Prevention Works

09/12/2025

Come grab some breakfast tomorrow at The Eatery Restaurant, say hi, and get to know a little about Porter and the incredible mission of the KARES Foundation.

💚💜This Saturday, September 13th from 10AM–12PM, our buddy Porter will be joining the girls at The Eatery to help serve up smiles (and maybe a few pancakes too 😉).
Porter is 12 years old, full of energy, and the heart behind the KARES Foundation, which raises awareness and support for KDM5C. 💚💜
Come grab some breakfast, say hi, and get to know a little about Porter and the incredible mission of the KARES Foundation. 🥞✨
We promise — he’ll brighten your weekend! 🌟

09/11/2025

Want tips on how to talk to your kids about substance use? 🗣️ The SAMHSA ‘Talk. They Hear You.’ website is packed with tools, resources, and conversation starters for parents. Check it out: https://www.samhsa.gov/subs.../prevention/talk-they-hear-you

09/11/2025

The 2025 United Way of Southern Chautauqua County Campaign is now officially underway! Learn more or watch our 2025 campaign video by clicking the link below:
https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/MOP1OQ
100% of your gift stays local right here in Chautauqua County and goes to support local programs creating measurable change in the areas of Youth Opportunity, Health Equity, Community Resiliency, and Self-Sufficiency.
Here’s to another year of living united — because 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝, 𝐖𝐞 𝐃𝐨 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞. 💪

09/08/2025

⚠ Parent/guardian alert! It's okay if your teen rolls their eyes at your advice. They're absorbing what you say.
Talk to the young person in your life about the risks of substance use. Your guidance matters more than you know.

09/04/2025

Have you been having any conversations with your child about the dangers of underage drinking & substance use? Visit https://talkitover.org/ for some helpful tips & resources to start the conversation about a variety of substances!

09/03/2025

Join us virtually for Prevention Works' FREE Parent Discussion Group for parents and caregivers of teens. Contact Jennifer at Jennifer@preventionworks.us or call (716) 664-3608 or text 716-489-8999 for more information!
These groups fulfill the requirement of 'parenting classes' that you may be looking to satisfy, as well as provide support and deepen the skills of anyone in a parenting role.

09/02/2025

Join us virtually for Prevention Work's FREE Parent/Caregivers of children ages 0-12. Contact Jennifer at Jennifer@preventionworks.us or call (716) 664-3608 or text 716-489-8999 for more information!
These groups fulfill the requirement of 'parenting classes' that you may be looking to satisfy as well as provide support and deepen the skills of anyone in a parenting role.

09/01/2025

Thank you SAMHSA for this reminder.
Prevention Works is a great community resource that parents can use for helpful tips on how to talk to your children about drugs and alcohol.

09/01/2025

Prevention Works Offices will be closed on Monday, September 1st for Labor Day. If you need immediate assistance, please call the Chautauqua County Crisis Hotline at 800-724-0461.