Parents & Community Members
Tips and resources to support you and guide conversations with young people.
How To Talk to Youth About Underage Drinking
“Talk. They Hear You.” is SAMHSA’s national youth substance use prevention campaign designed to help parents, caregivers, educators, and community members be informed, be prepared, and take action to prevent underage drinking and other substance use.
Parent and Caregivers click “Learn more” below for resources to help you start – and continue – the conversation about the risks of drinking alcohol at a young age.
How To Talk To Youth About Cannabis
“Them saying ‘NO’ starts with you saying SOMETHING.” It’s GoodToKnow how to have judgment-free, informed conversations with young people on the health consequences of cannabis use.
Click ‘Learn More’ below to learn more about Maine’s cannabis education page GoodToKnow
SpeakUp
We all play a role in keeping our youth and community safe.
If you’re concerned about a young person in your life, text SpeakUp to 847411.
Learn more about the new Anonymous Tip Line.
Talk Early, Talk Often
Together we can prevent youth substance use.
Learn how to develop healthy relationships and speak about substance use with young people.
Contact MidCoastCHI@mainehealth.org for presentations, displays and materials.
Midcoast New Mainers Group
MidCoast New Mainers Group mobilizes local support to welcome immigrant families and foster intercultural connection through mentor programs, family support teams, multicultural exchange, community engagement, and New Mainer resources. Learn more about resources in Southern Midcoast Maine.
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