Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative

Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative CMSAPC consists of Ashland, Hudson, Marlborough, Natick, Northborough, Southborough & Westborough Massachusetts. We want every young person to thrive!

We aim to unite communities through connection & collaboration to prevent youth substance use/misuse.

Calling all members of the Northborough, MA community!  👋Meet The Northborough Coalition: Encompass, Northborough’s comm...
01/31/2026

Calling all members of the Northborough, MA community! đź‘‹

Meet The Northborough Coalition: Encompass, Northborough’s community coalition, is a proud member of the Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative (CMSAPC).

This initiative is dedicated to preventing and reducing youth substance misuse across Northborough by fostering community involvement, delivering education, and creating policy changes that support a healthier, thriving environment for everyone.

Swipe through the slides to learn more about their initiatives, impact, and more ➡️

Have questions or want to get involved? Northborough would love to hear from you! Contact:
eflavin@town.northborough.ma.us
508-504-1770
63 Main Street
Northborough, MA 01532

Calling all members of the Natick, MA community!  đź‘‹Meet The Natick Coalition: Natick 180 is part of the Central MetroWes...
01/30/2026

Calling all members of the Natick, MA community! đź‘‹

Meet The Natick Coalition: Natick 180 is part of the Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative, focused on building a healthier, stronger community.

They work to provide inclusive and culturally-responsive addiction education, prevention and recovery resources and support.

Swipe through the slides to learn more about their initiatives, impact, and more ➡️

Have questions or want to get involved? Natick would love to hear from you! Contact:
natick180@natickma.org
508-647-6623
Natick Town Hall, 2nd Floor
13 East Central Street
Natick, MA 01760

Calling all members of the Marlborough, MA community!  đź‘‹Meet: The Marlborough CoalitionThe Marlborough Alliance for Prev...
01/27/2026

Calling all members of the Marlborough, MA community! đź‘‹

Meet: The Marlborough Coalition

The Marlborough Alliance for Prevention (MAP) is a proud partner of the Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative (CMSAPC).

MAP’s mission is to help develop a safe and healthy community by providing evidence-based information and education to prevent the misuse of all substances, including, but not limited to: alcohol, ni****ne, stimulants, prescription drugs, opiates, and cannabis.

Swipe through the slides to learn more about their initiatives, impact, and more ➡️

Have questions or want to get involved? Marlborough would love to hear from you!
Contact:
Kathy Leonard, MAP Chair
allianceforprevention@gmail.com
978-875-0606
140 Main Street
Marlborough, MA

Calling all members of the Hudson, MA community!  đź‘‹ Meet: The Hudson CoalitionThe Hudson Youth Substance Awareness & Pre...
01/26/2026

Calling all members of the Hudson, MA community! đź‘‹

Meet: The Hudson Coalition

The Hudson Youth Substance Awareness & Prevention (YSAP) Coalition is a proud member of the Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative (CMSAPC).

Their mission is to reduce and prevent youth substance use through local community systems that foster emotional well-being while limiting youth access to alcohol, ni****ne, ma*****na, and other harmful substances.

Swipe through the slides to learn more about their initiatives, impact, and more ➡️

Have questions or want to get involved? Hudson would love to hear from you!
Contact: YSAP@townofhudson.org
978-562-2020
78 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749

Calling all members of the Ashland, MA community!  đź‘‹Meet The Ashland Coalition: The Ashland Decisions at Every Turn (DAE...
01/25/2026

Calling all members of the Ashland, MA community! đź‘‹

Meet The Ashland Coalition:

The Ashland Decisions at Every Turn (DAET) Coalition is a proud partner of the Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative (CMSAPC).

Their mission is to promote healthy decision-making and prevent youth substance use through evidence-based education, community engagement, and collaborative initiatives.

Swipe through the slides to learn more about their initiatives, impact, and more ➡️

Have questions or want to get involved? Ashland would love to hear from you! Contact:
coalitioninfo@ashlanddecisions.org
508-881-0140 x7957
65 East Union Street
Ashland, MA 01721

01/23/2026

As we settle into 2026, we’re energized and ready to keep the conversation going.

Prevention works best when communities stay engaged, informed, and connected.

Thank you for being part of a movement that supports healthier, safer futures—let’s go!

01/22/2026

Get Ready! FOLLOW & SHARE for the MetroWest REGIONAL LAUNCH - Building Bright Brains campaign coming soon!!

01/21/2026

Healthy goals don’t have to be big to matter.

Prioritizing communication, emotional wellness, and informed choices helps young people build resilience.

Talking regularly about substances, stress, and peer pressure supports these goals all year long.

01/20/2026

This season often brings pressure to “reinvent” ourselves.

It’s helpful to remind kids and teens that growth doesn’t require perfection.

Small steps, honest conversations, and self-awareness are powerful tools for long-term well-being.

01/16/2026

A new year brings fresh opportunities to strengthen relationships and reinforce healthy habits.

Prevention isn’t about fear, it’s about knowledge, connection, and confidence.

Let’s carry those values forward together! Send this post to a friend, family member, or someone in your community that you think would benefit from following our campaign.

12/27/2025

“The choices you make can have lasting consequences.”

Detective Chad Crogan shares an important reminder for young people: using cannabis or alcohol in unsafe ways can lead to life-changing outcomes that can’t always be undone. These aren’t scare tactics, they’re real-world lessons shaped by experience.

That’s why prevention starts with honest, age-appropriate conversations. Talking early and often helps kids understand risk, build decision-making skills, and feel supported when faced with pressure.

Clear messages. Trusted adults. Ongoing conversations.
That’s how we help young people make smart, safe choices!

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78 Main Street
Hudson, MA
01749

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