What To Do 2020 has been profoundly trying. Many have experienced hardships out of their control ranging from health concerns, job loss, witnessing social injustices, and much more. While for some families the holidays bring positive feelings, there are stressors...
Read MoreInternational Overdose Awareness Day is held across the world on August 31st to raise awareness of overdose, memorialize those we've lost to addiction and reduce the stigma associated with drug misuse. The Vernon ROCKS Coalition aims to reduce the stigma...
Read MoreThe Vernon ROCKS Coalition has created a placement to help young children learn about positive life choices. Have your kids help Hedgey the Hedgehog learn how to be healthy and make good decisions! Download the activity placemat HERE
This July we need to raise awareness for BIPOC Mental Health, this month is dedicated to bringing attention to the difficulty that BIPOC (Black, Idigenous, People of Color) experience in regards to their mental health and the unique struggles they...
Read MoreThe Vernon ROCKS Coalition stands in solidarity with the LGBTQA+ community. PRIDE month was developed to raise awareness and improve the attitudes of society and encourage inclusiveness. It promotes their dignity, equal rights, self-affirmation, and is a...
Read MoreThe Vernon ROCKS Coalition would like to appreciate our Seniors; Amani, Angie, Emily, Georgette, and Tiffany on their graduation from Rockville High School!! They have been instrumental in the coalition and as members of Real Talk by continuously dedicating their time to...
Read MoreOur friends over at HVCC released an article focused on recognizing and addressing addiction during a pandemic. Learn more HERE For more resources regarding COVID-19 click HERE
Virtual Meetings and Resources In response to Coronavirus, we have been instructed to limit our face-to-face interactions with others. For many that includes the attendance to vital support groups. Luckily, there are still ways to participate in meetings and groups...
Read MoreMembers of the Coalition attended CADCA's 30th Annual National Leadership Forum in the beginning of February. The forum is the largest event for community-based substance use and misuse prevention, providing training, connections, resources and information. Members in attendance were: The...
Read MoreThe Center for Disease Control is investigating a multi-state outbreak of lung injury associated with use of e-cigarette, or vaping, products. More information can be accessed HERE. To read The CT DPH Press Release recommending residents refrain from the...
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