River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition

04/14/2026

Join us this evening at this fun family event for students and families of Mountain Valley Community Middle School: "Families of grade 6-8 students are invited to our Arts and Craft Night. Supper is provided.
This is the best night of the year!
See the flyer below for more information!"

04/13/2026

04/13/2026

Come check out this awesome event offering support and resources to families on Wednesday, May 13th from 3-6pm at 3 Recreation Drive in Mexico.

04/11/2026

Gambling disorder is a treatable condition, and resources are available. Check out the RecoverMe mobile health app designed to help those suffering from gambling addiction. Download from the App Store and Google Play.
(Information provided by Maine CDC).

04/09/2026

Spring is finally here!! While you are doing some spring cleaning, don't forget to check your medicine cabinets and cupboards for expired and unwanted medications. It is important to properly dispose of these items for the safety of our environment and to keep them out of the wrong hands.
Please no liquids or sharps at these locations!!

04/08/2026

⚠📣🎨🖌 COMMUNITY ART SESSIONS🎨🖌📣⚠
The Larry Labonte Recovery Center and River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition are hosting community art sessions EVERY Friday in May! The artwork created during these sessions will have the chance to be featured in a local art show and select pieces may be shown at the Governor Mills Opioid Summit!😁
Check out the flyer for more information on this ongoing event to start at the
📍Larry Labonte Recovery Center on 📆May 1st,2026!

04/07/2026

During the month of April, vote for River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition by following these steps:
1. Go to bangor.com/cmm
2. Click on "Vote Now!"
3. Type in your information then hit "Next"
4. Under Oxford County, write in "River Valley Healthy Communities Coaliton"
Your support is essential to the work we do and always appreciated! Thank you!

04/06/2026

Another great Gathering coming your way this month. The Rumford Library will be there updating us on what is happening and then we have Hollie from Bethel Health Center doing Tai Chi!! This is going to be a good one!!
Reminder: Only 3 more Gatherings until we take a summer break, make sure to check this out!!

04/06/2026

"If gambling is causing stress, harming your finances and relationships, or getting in the way of work, school, and other activities, we can help. Maine has free services and resources, including no-cost counseling, free financial counseling, and much more. Call 211 Maine or text your zip code to 898-211 to access the list of services and resources to help get back on track." Learn more at:
https://tinyurl.com/mrctuksm

(Information and media provided by ADEPT Maine).

04/02/2026

Youth gambling and problem gambling are on the rise and can lead to depression, lower grades, and substance use. If you suspect your child may have a gambling problem, use the following links to find screenings, free counseling, and other resources:
maineproblemgambling.org AND https://adeptme.org/problem-gambling/
https://youtu.be/dmLMCCp6uQM

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04/01/2026

Most Maine teens don't use drugs, alcohol, or other substances. These can actually increase stress and anxiety. Join the trend of saying no.
Learn more at: https://www.leadthewaymaine.com/

(Media provided by ME CDC).

03/31/2026

Today is the last day to participate in the March Fight Hunger fundraiser. If you need new reusable bags, get yours today at the Rumford Hannaford to support the Old School Food Pantry.