Moving toward Zero in Lamoille County
Since adopting the Zero Suicide framework in 2015, Lamoille County Mental Health Services (LCMHS) has made measurable progress in suicide prevention within its rural Vermont community.
Parent/Caregiver Survey
After nearly a decade, Scituate FACTS works with EDC's Prevention Solutions team to develop a survey for parents and caregivers.
‘Just in Time’ Learning Modules Support Environmental Change in North Dakota
PS@EDC partnered with North Dakota's Department of Behavioral Health and Human Services to develop a series of recorded presentations and worksheets on effective environmental prevention strategies.
Why Social-Emotional Learning Now?
PS@EDC’s Chuck Klevgaard discusses why more schools are selecting social-emotional learning programs to address their substance misuse prevention needs.
What Can Schools Do to Support Children Affected by the Opioid Crisis?
As the opioid crisis deepens, thousands of children are traumatized by the consequences of addiction in their homes. By integrating trauma-informed approaches, schools can create safe, supportive environments that help these children thrive.
Virginia Training Enhances Collaboration across Behavioral Health Care Sectors
PS@EDC’s Jessica Goldberg worked closely with staff from Virginia’s Hanover County Community Services Board to develop an action plan to support better integration of their work across the continuum of care.
TA on Demand: PS@EDC Partners with Braintree’s Community Partnership on Substance Use to Strengthen Prevention Efforts
Coalitions often turn to the prevention experts for one-time presentations. But in Braintree, PS@EDC has been partnering with coalition leadership to support work in multiple areas, providing a strong foundation for long-term success.
Strategic Planning in the Time of COVID-19: Lessons from New York State
When the onset of Covid-19 prevented New York’s Division of Prevention and Problem Gambling from doing in-person strategic planning, PS@EDC developed a virtual alternative that was both engaging and productive.
Staying Safe on Halloween
Tips for enjoying a frightful holiday while making sure that your kids and yourself stay safe.
Statewide Webinar Addresses Mental Health Needs of Students and Staff during COVID-19
In early April, more than 800 educators, mental health providers, school support staff, and district leaders from across Massachusetts attended an EDC webinar on strategies to better support the mental health needs of students and staff during these uncertain times. The event was delivered in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Transforming Education, and Walker.