Prevention Network CNY

11/26/2025

With Blackout Wednesday approaching, the night before Thanksgiving known for heavy alcohol use, we’re reminding our community that celebration and responsibility can go hand in hand. 🌟

This time of year often brings increased risks related to impaired driving, alcohol misuse, and unsafe situations. But when we plan ahead and look out for one another, we can keep our holidays joyful, connected, and safe. 💭🕊️

It is important that you are:
1️⃣ Planning a safe ride before heading out, such as designated drivers, rideshares, or staying with trusted friends
2️⃣ Practicing harm reduction by pacing drinks, staying hydrated, and keeping an eye on your beverages
3️⃣ Reducing alcohol-related harm through education, empathy, and community support

📬 Want to learn more or bring prevention education to your school or organization?
Contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

11/26/2025

We hope you have a safe and warm long weekend! We will see you all again on Monday! 🦃🍁

11/22/2025

At Prevention Network, we believe that healing begins with understanding. 💜

International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day is a time to honor those we’ve lost, uplift those who are grieving, and recognize that healing after su***de loss is a journey. 🌟

Grief after su***de is complex. It can bring questions, isolation, and emotions that feel overwhelming. But when we acknowledge the unique challenges survivors face, we make room for compassion, connection, and hope. 💭🕊️

💬 When we understand the emotional, mental, and social impact of su***de loss, we can create pathways to healing, offering empathy, resources, and community instead of silence.

Together, we’re building a culture that values care over judgment and connection over isolation. 🌿

We’re creating a community rooted in understanding, compassion, and healing, one story, one person, and one act of kindness at a time.

📬 Want to learn more about Prevention Network or bring us to your school or organization?
Contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

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11/20/2025

On November 20th we join in celebrating, Great American Smokeout! We’re joining communities nationwide in encouraging anyone who uses commercial to***co or ni****ne products to take a step, big or small, toward a healthier future. 🌬️

Quitting ni****ne is challenging, and everyone’s journey looks different. But when we recognize the physical, emotional, and social factors tied to to***co use, we create space for support, compassion, and hope. 🍃

💡 When we understand the impact of ni****ne dependence and the value of harm reduction, we build pathways to wellness, offering resources, encouragement, and community instead of stigma.

Key ways we can support this day include: 🎗️
• Recognizing ni****ne dependence as a treatable medical condition
• Offering tools like counseling, NRT, quitlines, and harm-reduction strategies
• Reducing stigma through education, empathy, and community support

Together we can spread understanding, compassion, and wellness within our community🌟

📬 Want to learn more or bring prevention or cessation education to your school or organization?
Contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day, we are grateful for you! -PN ❤️💙

11/04/2025

11/04/2025

Gone, Never Forgotten, Always In Our Hearts This Holiday Season

🌲 Parade of Trees 🌲 - The Holidays can be an especially difficult time for families and loved ones who have lost someone to su***de. As we gather together with family and friends, it’s important to remember those we’ve lost and offer support to those who may be struggling with grief during this time.

💜 To honor and remember those we’ve lost, the Su***de Prevention Coalition of Oswego County is partnering with the Prevention Network of Central New York to sponsor a Su***de Remembrance Tree as part of this year’s ‘Parade of Trees’ at the Pratt House Museum in Fulton, December 1st to 12th.

💜 The tree will be decorated with ornaments featuring the names of loved ones who are no longer with us. To honor someone on the Remembrance Tree, scan the QR code or click on the link below to submit your loved one’s name. Each name will be included on an ornament to hang on the tree in their memory and given back to the person having submitted the name.

👉 Fill Out Form Here:
https://forms.gle/aV7amNA6TgkB4Y6h9

What: “Parade of Trees”
Where: The Pratt House Museum in Fulton, NY
When: December 1 – 12
Deadline: November 16
Questions? For more details, please reach out to us at kdowd@preventionnetwork.org.
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10/31/2025

This Red Ribbon Week, Prevention Network proudly stands with communities across the nation to promote healthy, drug-free lifestyles and celebrate the power of prevention. ❤️✨

Since 1985, Red Ribbon Week has inspired millions to take a visible stand against substance misuse and to commit to making positive choices. Led by the National Family Partnership, this annual campaign reminds us all that prevention starts with awareness, education, and connection. 🌟

❤️ This week, our team wore red in the office to show our support for substance use prevention and to stand united with those choosing a brighter, healthier future.

🙏 Thank you to everyone who followed along on our Instagram and joined us in spreading the message of hope and prevention, which is:
1️⃣ Raising awareness about the dangers of substance misuse
2️⃣ Supporting healthy choices among youth and families
3️⃣ Promoting prevention, education, and community connection

Together, we’re creating a safer, stronger, and drug-free community, one choice, one conversation, and one ribbon at a time.

📬 Want to bring prevention programming to your school or organization?
Reach out to us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/30/2025

Halloween should be full of treats, not tricks from substances 🎃🎃

Red Ribbon week falls right during the spooky season, so here are a few harm reduction reminders!

Stay safe, stay aware:
🍬 Only take candy from trusted sources
🧛‍♀️ Keep an eye on your drink
🕸️ Look out for your friends
💬 If something doesn’t feel right, speak up
Let’s make this Halloween fun and safe for all. 🧡

Learn More about harm reduction and reach out to us at Prevention Network!

📬 Contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/29/2025

At Prevention Network, we believe that healing begins with understanding. 💜

Recognizing substance use disorder (SUD) as a treatable mental health diagnosis, as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5 TR), helps us replace stigma with support, compassion, and hope. 🌟

Often, substance misuse and mental health challenges go hand-in-hand. Many individuals experience both, and by addressing them together, we can foster true recovery and lasting wellness. 💭🕊️

💬 When we understand the connection between mental health and substance use, we can build pathways to healing, offering empathy, resources, and community instead of judgment.
Together, we’re creating a culture that values care over criticism and connection over isolation. 🌿

At Prevention Network We:
1️⃣ Recognizing substance use disorder as a treatable mental health diagnosis
2️⃣ Supporting integrated care for mental health and recovery
3️⃣ Reducing stigma through education, empathy, and community support

Together, we’re building a community rooted in understanding, compassion, and recovery!!

📬 Want to learn more or bring prevention education to your school or organization?
Contact us at info@preventionnetworkcny.org or call (315) 471-1359.

10/28/2025

Everyone has a reason, a “why”, for choosing to stay drug-free.

Maybe it’s your goals. Maybe it’s your family. Maybe it’s your health, your peace of mind, or your future. 🌟

Staying drug-free means:
💪 Keeping your mind clear
❤️ Protecting your health
🎯 Reaching your goals
👯 Being present for the people you love

✨ Now we want to hear from you:✨
Why is prevention important to you?

Drop your reason in the comments ⬇️ or share this post to your story with your “why.”

Let’s inspire others to make healthy choices and support one another.