Encouraging healthy behavior and decreasing substance abuse in our community.
Published on November 16th, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
Current prEvents November 16, 2015 — Times Argus By Ginny Burley – Prevention Specialist with Central Vermont New Directions Coalition in Montpelier What pops into your head when you hear the word “advertising?” Is it a ... Read More →
Published on September 15th, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
By Robert Purvis – Executive Director of the Turning Point Center of Central Vermont in Barre. He can be reached at (802) 479-7373. Current prEvents – September 21, 2015 – Times Argus September is National Alcohol and ... Read More →
Published on September 14th, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
To Minors, that is! CVNDC is working with Vermont Department of Liquor Control to recognize a large number of retailers and servers in Washington County who have passed Compliance Checks. These businesses have checked IDs and ... Read More →
Published on June 15th, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
Current prEvents — June 15, 2015 Times Argus High-Risk Drinking By Ann Gilbert – Director, Central Vermont New Directions Coalition Try re-thinking drinking—Not So Fast. Not So Much Re-thinking drinking can be a positive health benefit ... Read More →
Published on June 15th, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
Current prEvents — May 18, 2015 Times Argus Celebrate Safely By Ginny Burley, Prevention Specialist with the Central Vermont New Directions Coalition Spring is an exciting time for high school students. Proms, graduations, celebrations mark big transitions ... Read More →
Published on May 1st, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
Alcohol and other drugs are not easy topics to bring up. Especially with children and teens who may often seem like they’re not listening—or don’t care what you have to say. ParentUp has tips on how ... Read More →
Published on April 9th, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
You are your kids’ #1 influence. During Alcohol Awareness Month, talk to your kids about the dangers of alcohol and other drugs... Read More →
Published on April 9th, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
Vermonters can check their drinking patterns as safe, risky, or harmful using a quick, confidential online screener or by calling 1-800-639-6095. Screening is a preventative measure for any adult, like getting a regular blood pressure or cholesterol ... Read More →
Published on February 21st, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
As a 21-25 year old in Vermont it can be challenging to maintain a physically and socially healthy lifestyle. Nearly 40% of 21-25 year old Vermonters reported binge drinking in the past 30 days. Visit livemoredrinklessvt.org and ... Read More →
Published on February 20th, 2015 | by Deb Wolf
Parents have a lot of influence over their teens. Learn more... Read More →