McCall Behavioral Health Prevention Programs
Prevention Coalitions
Collaborating to create a better and safer place for young people
For more than a decade, McCall has brought stakeholders together to address issues affecting young people in our communities collaboratively. Through these efforts, our community prevention coalitions make a significant and measurable impact, ultimately changing lives.
School & Group Programs
Proactive behavioral health support to protect our youth, their families, and communities
Offered on site, in the community, and in area schools, our prevention programs are designed to educate the individuals, parents and children about the dangers of underage drinking, alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. Additionally, we provide training and support for youth and community mental health, and to prevent suicide and eliminate overdoses.
Mental Health Awareness Training
Made possible by a grant through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the mental health training program is designed to teach individuals how to identify and safely respond to mental health problems among their peers and, ultimately, help them get the support they need.
Operation Parent: Free Parenting Webinars
Operation Parent is a national nonprofit that exists to empower parents (and caregivers) to fully engage in ongoing conversations with their K-12 children about technology, substance use, and mental health issues for purposes of prevention. Our evidence-based parent handbooks and free monthly webinars raise both the awareness and confidence needed to jumpstart these conversations. Click the button below to access past webinars and register for upcomimg ones.
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The "Keepin' it REAL Program
The Keepin' it REAL curriculum represents over 20 years of research conducted by the Drug Resistance Strategies Project to understand more about how our youth make choices concerning alcohol and other drugs. Out of this research a school-based substance abuse prevention program, keepin' it REAL, was developed collaboratively by Penn State University, Arizona State University, and schools around the country. Grounded in cultural norms and values, the program teaches youth how to live drug-free lives confidently, drawing on their personal strengths and the strengths of their families and communities.
The acronym REAL is its central message and teaches four ways to refuse alcohol, tobacco and other drug offers - Refuse, Explain, Avoid, and Leave. The curriculum teaches students how to say no by presenting practical drug resistance strategies that are easy for them to remember and use. These strategies help youth stay away from drugs by preparing them to act decisively and comfortably in a difficult situation. Students also learn how to recognize risk, value their perceptions and feelings, and make choices that support their values.
This innovative, culturally-grounded curriculum was developed to allow students to recognize themselves in the prevention message. Instructors are trained to implement the curriculum effectively in their classrooms. The objective of the keepin' it REAL curriculum is to reduce substance abuse by teaching risk assessment, decision-making and valuable communication and life skills.
Let's make it REAL for your school or organization!
The Keepin' it REAL program has been done successfully at Sharon, North Canaan, Salisbury, and Kellogg grammar schools. If you would like more information about the program or scheduling it for your school or organization reach out to Emma Foster.
Region 1 Resources
Northwest Cares Resource Guide
General Information
Many towns have their own offerings such as food pantries, communal meals, funds for arts, education and camperships, and, occasionally, community funds for those in need. Contact your Town Hall or go to your town website for information. Residents of Connecticut can also contact the Department of Social Services.
Property Tax Relief
Real property tax relief may also be available for veterans, seniors and disabled individuals. See entries on Social Services and Support Groups.
INFOLINE: 211 (Directory of Community Services)
A free and confidential service that provides information on local services –everything from housing resources if you are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness, utility and food assistance, child and elder care, after school programs, crisis intervention, how to contact your local legislator, what emergency rooms are open in the middle of the night and much more. Specialists assist with complex issues like financial problems, substance abuse and suicide prevention and with simpler issues such as finding volunteer opportunities and donation options. 2-1-1 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Multilingual assistance and TDD access is also available. Call 211 or access the website: www.211ct.org.
IF AN EMERGENCY, dial 911
