By Janet Dosseva, MPH, PS-C When we start a new year, we often take “inventory” – looking to make improvements like changing our habits, improving our health, bettering our mindset, etc. One thing we should ALL do is focus on improving our interactions with young people in our communities. Data from the Maine Integrated Youth […]
The Kids Are Not Alright
It’s Up to Us: Reversing the Number of Drug Overdose Deaths
This article provides specific information about naloxone, how to help someone experiencing an overdose, Maine’s Good Samaritan Law, and where you can get naloxone and training.
Supporting Mental Health for Youth
While middle school years and high school years can be stressful, the bottom line is that more of our kids reported signs of mental health issues: too many feel that don’t feel they matter and have even contemplated suicide.
How To Be Mindful When Hosting Celebrations
By Janet Dosseva, MPH, PS-C, Program Director for Westbrook Partners for Prevention December and January are not only known for cold temperatures and fluffy precipitation, but they are also two months which contain many holiday celebrations. The holiday season can be a busy and stressful time. It’s also a time where folks are indulgent and […]
Community Coalitions and more in Oct/Nov issue of Journey Magazine
Once again, the latest issue of Journey Magazine has so many important topics spanning prevention, harm reduction, and recovery. Check out the article about the importance of community prevention coalitions on page 6. You can also find Westbrook Partners for Prevention’s article by Program Director Janet Dosseva. Janet outlines the importance of including “the youth […]
Journey Magazine Features Westbrook Partners for Prevention Article
If you haven’t picked up a copy of the August/September issue of Journey Magazine, you missed some great stories including a breakdown of stigma, EFT, and an article by Westbrook Partners for Prevention Program Director, Janet Dosseva, about community harm reduction efforts (page 23). Not to worry, you can read the issue online here: https://journey-magazine.com/magazines/august-2022-22/
Westbrook Partners for Prevention in June issue of Journey Magazine
Featured article by Janet Dosseva, Program Director for Westbrook Partners for Prevention. Read Journey Magazine, June 2022
Maine Voices: Why we need to talk about youth marijuana use and mental health
Gita Rao, MDMedical Director of School Based Health Centers, Greater Portland HealthWestbrook Partners for Prevention Coalition Member Published in the Portland Press Herald on May 18, 2022 With the accessibility of marijuana in the community and the perception held by many that it is not harmful, we must hold in mind a population vulnerable to […]
We Are Grateful!
In this newsletter, we recap some of the amazing work we were able to accomplish in 2021 with the help of coalition members, community members, the City of Westbrook, Westbrook School Department, businesses, law enforcement, youth, and so many more! Plus, some tips for families to help youth develop healthy habits, free events, and a […]
Fall Substance Misuse Prevention Tips
While there is no one way or guaranteed way to prevent someone from misusing drugs and alcohol, there are things that everyone can do to prevent substance abuse. Read our top five ways to prevent substance misuse.
