CAPE Coalition

05/29/2026

Such an important reminder of how Narcan IS PREVENTION and a key tool for each and every one of us to include in our toolkits, because you just never know💜

Sharing this great image posted by our partners at Anything Helps MN, we couldn't have said it better

05/28/2026

We are SO PROUD of our Rock Ridge CORE students for all their hard work this school year. We are confident that they will be change-makers for years to come

05/21/2026

Bitter sweet grand finale to the past 5 years with this crew. We are so grateful for the opportunities the PCN grant has provided our community. Thank you to the The Montana Institute for fueling our passion and teaching us the importance of the science of the positive. We see the good that exists in our communities, and we will continue to grow it long after the grant is gone 💕

We salute you Minnesota Cohort 4! The theme for our gathering last week was “We can never step into the same river twice because we are different and so is the river.” These 9 communities have experienced real transformation over the past 5 years of implementing the Minnesota PCN grant. Most students are making healthy and safe choices when it comes to NOT using substances, most students support each other in those choices, AND most students now accurately perceive these norms! The data, the stories, the heart of these communities is remarkable. The communities are truly experiencing the POSITIVE! We look forward to sharing more stories and more data from Minnesota Cohort 4 communities, but for now WE SALUTE YOU, C4, and are so honored to have had the privilege of being part of your journey!!

05/11/2026

❓What's the age requirement for purchasing Kratom in Minnesota❓ As of last month, Minnesota legislation updated the legal age to purchase & possess Kratom and kratom-derived products from 18 to 21 years and older. The plant out of Southeast Asia is reported to relieve a variety of symptoms, although it is NOT regulated or approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Learn more about the health risks associated with Kratom use at the link below.

Mitragyna speciosa, commonly known as kratom, is a tree found in Southeast Asia. Its leaves contain compounds that have psychoactive, or mind-altering, effects. Traditionally used as a tea or chewed leaf, in the U.S. it is most often sold as powders, capsules, or concentrated extracts, though other....

05/08/2026

❓What's the latest on youth cannabis use trends here in Minnesota❓ Thankfully, there continues to be a steady decline in youth cannabis use. In fact, 96% of students reported not having used cannabis in the last month, according to the 2025 Minnesota Student Survey. Read more from Minnesota Department of Health April report at the link below.

News ReleaseApril 20, 2026Contact informationYouth cannabis use continued to decline in 2025Health officials take action to help youth and adults get the cannabis conversation started earlyThere continues to be a steady decline in youth cannabis use since 2013, with 96% of students reporting not hav...

05/06/2026

❓What does addiction really mean, and how can families better understand it❓ Addiction is a complex but treatable medical condition that affects both the brain AND behavior. Specifically, addiction alters the brain’s systems for reward, motivation, and decision-making, which is why repeated use can lead to a loss of control and continued use despite negative consequences. Learn more by ready the snippet in the link below!

by Jessica HulseyIn my book Understanding Addiction, I dig into key topics about addiction and answer common questions that family members and caregivers have about substance use disorders (SUD), the medical term for addiction. It isn’t an excerpt from a medical textbook or a scientific journal. I...

05/01/2026

As we wind down April, alcohol awareness month, we wanted to take some time to reflect. It’s not always easy to recognize when drinking starts to have a bigger impact on your life. This quick check-in is designed to help you reflect–no labels, no judgment. Take a few minutes to answer these reflection questions. If you found yourself saying “yes” to some of these, you’re not alone. Alcohol use exists on a spectrum, and small changes can make a big difference. And treatment works and is available. Support, tools, and resources are available if you want to learn more or take the next step.

Understanding your relationship with alcohol can be challenging, especially when the signs of a problem aren’t always obvious. This guide walks through the DSM-5 criteria for Alcohol Use Disorder in a simple, question-based format to help you recognize potential warning signs. You’ll also learn ...

04/29/2026

Many of our local partners stock fentanyl test strips from Steve Rummler HOPE Network! Knowing what your consuming is an important step in staying safe. To find a location near you distributing test strips and naloxone visit https://steverummlerhopenetwork.org/what-we-do/naloxone-access-points/

04/17/2026

A conversation about cannabis is worth having. Informed decisions start with information.