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Keep Kids and Teens Safe this Winter
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting colder here in Vermont. It’s a good time to gather with your family, friends, and community. As we enter the winter holiday season, it’s also a good time to make a plan to keep kids and teens safe by securing adult-use substances in your home and at gatherings.
Prevention Sponsorships Available!
Healthy Lamoille Valley is pleased to offer prevention sponsorships to the Lamoille Valley community, made available from the Region 3 Vermont Prevention Lead Organization grant, supporting prevention across the lifespan. This year we have $5,000 available to be given out in increments of $250 – $500, to be used by June 30th, 2026.
Coaches Collaborative Meeting & Resources
As we head into the between-season stretch, we invite all coaches to join us for a chance to connect, reflect, and look ahead. Whether you’ve used the Healthy Lamoille Valley Coaches Handbook before or this will be your first look, this session is for you! Join us November 19th to learn, share, and collaborate!
Take Action for the Great American Smokeout!
On November 20th, join us in making the Great American Smokeout, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, a hands-on event across the Lamoille Valley! Together, we can reduce tobacco, vape, and nicotine use while protecting our communities and environment. Every cleanup, policy change, and supportive action makes a difference!
Healthy Lamoille Valley in the News!
Just in time for Prevention Month, this week’s edition of the Hardwick Gazette features an article on Vermont youth substance use and Healthy Lamoille Valley! Thank you Hardwick Gazette for your commitment to local journalism!
Fall Kick-off Event Brings Youth, Legislators, and Community Together
Healthy Lamoille Valley hosted its annual fall kick-off event at the Green Mountain Tech Center Community Space to celebrate National Prevention Month and strengthen regional efforts to prevent...
Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week takes place October 23rd –31st and highlights the importance of living a drug-free life. It provides an opportunity for parents, educators, and communities to reinforce the drug-free messages they share with children throughout the year.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 25th is a great opportunity to turn in your unwanted, unused, or expired medications. You don’t have to wait until then to safely dispose of your unused or unwanted prescription drugs. Visit any of these year-round prescription drug drop off boxes at your convenience.