Oswego County Prevention Coalition

Oswego County Prevention Coalition A coalition of concerned Oswego County residents/stakeholders dedicated to combating adolescent substance abuse, and protecting our youth from said harm.

The mission of the Oswego County Prevention Coalition and YC3 (Youth Creating Change Coalition), is to increase developmental protective factors and decrease risk factors as we address adolescence substance abuse in Oswego County.

​​OCPC works hard to establish and strengthen community collaboration in support of local efforts to prevent youth substance use. The coalition will achieve its goals by implementing these strategies: Increasing development protective factors and decrease risk factors as we address adolescent substance abuse in Oswego County. Reach Out! TELEPHONE: (315)342-4489
WEB: ocpreventioncoalition.com
FACEBOOK: Oswego County Prevention Coalition
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We hope everyone is staying warm in this winter weather! Remember to still prioritize health and wellness by staying act...
01/29/2026

We hope everyone is staying warm in this winter weather! Remember to still prioritize health and wellness by staying active, getting enough sleep, and making safe and informed choices when it comes to smoking, va**ng, or other drug and alcohol use.

01/29/2026

A State of Emergency has been declared in the City of Oswego, effective 9:00am today, Thursday, January 29, 2026. This State of Emergency has been declared due to the significant lake effect snowfall and poor visibility, which has the potential to cause a strain on local emergency resources. This State of Emergency will remain in effect until it has been officially and publicly rescinded by the City of Oswego.

The City has asked the County and State for assistance with clearing the roads. Residents are asked to please keep vehicles off the streets so that crews may clear them safely and efficiently. Please avoid any unnecessary travel.

Please note that City of Oswego offices are now closed today, Thursday, January 29, 2026, given the extreme weather conditions and State of Emergency declaration.

01/29/2026

Because of severe weather in Oswego, all County offices in the City of Oswego are closed today, including the Office for the Aging. Meal delivery and dining sites are still open in areas outside of Oswego. If you need to go out, please stay safe and stay off the roads in the City of Oswego. Thank you!

Smoking and to***co use are harmful to your health in countless ways. Quitting smoking improves health and reduces your ...
01/28/2026

Smoking and to***co use are harmful to your health in countless ways. Quitting smoking improves health and reduces your risk of disease!

We would like to extend a big congratulations to Sergeant D'Elia on a well deserved retirement from the Oswego City Poli...
01/28/2026

We would like to extend a big congratulations to Sergeant D'Elia on a well deserved retirement from the Oswego City Police Department. Sergeant D'Elia has consistently been a tremendous champion in our efforts to bring education and resources related to substance use and mental health to our community, and we will always be grateful for his tremendous service. Congratulations!

01/28/2026

Snow day = no group tonight! ❄️
For everyone’s safety, tonight’s group is canceled. Stay cozy, stay safe, and we’ll see you soon!

THC infused edibles can very easily be confused with regular household candies or food items which can lead to accidenta...
01/27/2026

THC infused edibles can very easily be confused with regular household candies or food items which can lead to accidental ingestion or overdose. Please be sure to properly read all labels, and be sure to enact safe, responsible storage practices by keeping it locked up, separated from household goods, and away from children, if you are of legal age and consuming cannabis products.

01/27/2026

Stay safe, stay sober, and take care out there ❄️ ❄️ especially in tough conditions.

01/27/2026

🐴✨ JOIN THE HERD! Volunteers Needed at ARISE at Doc Marshall Farm ✨🐴

Love being outdoors? Want to make a real impact in your community? ARISE-Exceptional Family Resources is looking for Horse Leaders and Side Walkers to support our ARISE at Doc Marshall Farm therapeutic riding program. 💚

🌾 About the Farm
ARISE at Doc Marshall Farm has been offering therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with disabilities in Central New York since 1998, helping riders build confidence, skills, and independence one ride at a time.

🕒 Volunteer Details

Volunteers needed weekdays & Saturdays

2–4 hour shifts

Commit to the same day & time for a 5-week session

Hands-on training provided – no horse experience required!

💪 Physical & Comfort Requirements

Comfortable around horses

Upper body mobility

Able to walk up to 1 mile

Comfortable navigating uneven ground

🤍 Why Volunteer?

Make a meaningful impact in someone’s life

Build real connections with riders, families, and fellow volunteers

Enjoy meaningful movement while giving back

Earn verified volunteer hours

📍 Location:
ARISE at Doc Marshall Farm
1972 New Boston Rd.
Chittenango, NY 13037

🐎 Ready to join our next session and be part of something special?
👉 Sign up here:
🔗 https://www.ariseinc.org/employment/volunteer/volunteer-at-arise-at-the-farm/

Help someone gain independence. Make a difference.

01/27/2026

We need the community's help judging chili in Friday's Chili Cook-off! Join us for food and fun 4-6:30pm! The event is free and there are raffle prizes.

01/27/2026

We’re proud to work with Lifespan of Greater Rochester on a video series highlighting common scams and ways to avoid them. Check out the videos on our scams webpage. https://aging.ny.gov/scams

Address

283 West Second Street
Oswego, NY
13126

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13153424489

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Who We Are

The mission of the Oswego County Prevention Coalition and YC3 (Youth Creating Change Coalition), is to increase developmental protective factors and decrease risk factors as we address adolescence substance abuse in Oswego County.