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Communities for Alcohol- and Drug-free Youth | |
94 Highland Street
Plymouth, NH 03264
603-536-9793
www.cadyinc.org
CADY is a regional coalition dedicated to working with schools and communities to prevent and reduce youth alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. Our mission is to promote healthy environments and promising futures for teens from three regions: Lin-Wood, Newfound, and
Pemi-Baker.
Our coalition is comprised of many school and community partners and members from different domains - including law enforcement, guidance counselors, teachers, the district court, recreation groups, youth and community centers, health and medical clinics, higher education, the arts, the media, local churches and many other partners.
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CADY's
Lunch-n-Learn Reviewed 2009
"TAP"
Youth Survey Results
Tools for Professionals, Parents and Community Members
National research studies provide important information about trends that are taking hold across our nation. However, the best indicators of teen attitudes and behaviors are accomplished via surveying on the local level. Outcomes from these surveys provide insight and information utilized for policymaking purposes, parenting practices, programming, and funding.
TAP information is used by local governments, healthcare organizations, schools, and non-profits, such as CADY, for grant applications that bring sorely needed funding to our area.
The Teen Assessment Project Survey, known locally as the TAP Survey, has been previously administered four times in the Pemi-Baker, Newfound, and Lincoln-Woodstock Regions from December 1999 through November 2007. The most recent TAP Survey was conducted in the Pemi-Baker and Newfound Regions in December of 2009.
On Thursday, September 23, Jonathan Stewart, executive director of the Community Health Institute, presented the results of the most recent TAP surveys for Newfound and Pemi-Baker area youth.
Understanding the TAP results and educating our communities about the trends in local substance abuse and risk behavior is a vital tool for all who work with and are concerned about the future of our youth. The TAP survey can be used as a "call to action" to create change in reducing risk factors and building protective factors in our families, schools and communities.
The history of the TAP Survey dates back to 1999, when concerns about local youth issues prompted the community of Plymouth and surrounding communities to adopt the University of New Hampshire Teen Assessment Project (TAP) survey and follow-up action to foster the positive development of local youth. The goal of the TAP is to provide communities with local research-based information that can provide a vehicle for youth, parent, school, community education and action, help secure local funding, stimulate program and policy changes, and lead to positive change in attitudes and healthy behaviors that build assets/protective factors in our youth.
In 1999 a local steering committee coordinated the review and administration of a 160-item survey that asked teens about their perception of self, family, school, and community; their worries, concerns, and future aspirations; and their activities both positive and problematic. The survey used in 1999 was also used in 2002, 2005 and 2007. The 2009 survey used these and prior instruments as its base with some questions dropped and others added to reflect contemporary concerns. The most notable changes from the original survey is a section addressing Internet Use and Safety and changes in some substance abuse questions (i.e. abuse of prescriptions drugs) and question wording to align more closely with the federally-sponsored Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS).
Addressing the issue of substance abuse requires a sustained and cooperative effort between parents, schools, law enforcement, health professionals, civic and community leaders, and our youth. If you would like to learn more about the issues affecting our local youth and our communities, contact the CADY Office for more detailed information
The TAP Survey Lunch-n-Learn Forum was attended by a large crowd who represented a diverse group of community sectors. This coalition event was held on Thursday, September 23rd at the Common Man Inn from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.
At CADY we understand that prevention is a community mindset that requires the commitment of all sectors of our community, so a public invitation was issued to community members, parents, policymakers, and professionals for this informative presentation and discussion about local solutions. Networking, strategies for change, and a delicious lunch was enjoyed by all.
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Beth Colby
Michael Conklin Esq.
VICE CHAIRConklin & Reynolds, P.A.
The Hon. Mary Cooney
State Representative
Leslie Dion
Secretary
Newfound School Board
The Hon. Carole Estes CHAIR
Mark Halloran
Superintendent SAU#48
Wendy Hamill
Lin-Wood Public Schools
Timothy Keefe
Treasurer
Plymouth State University
Marcia Morris
Record Enterprise
Steven Temperino
Chief, Plymouth Police Dept.
Dr. Kelley White
Pediatrician
Mid-State Health Center
STAFF
Executive Director
Restorative Justice Coordinator
Ann Stark
Data Coordinator
Linda Kaminski
Administrative Assistant
Peter Austin
I.T. Coordinator
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MINI GOLF HIGHLIGHTS!
The LAUNCH Team gets into the spirit at the "costume hazard."
Team OSSIPEE from PRHS took first place overall!
The SAU#48 team on the links.
CADY Board Member Mike Conklin takes on the "Fatal Vision" Goggles Hazard, under the watchful eye of Susan Lessard of NH Bureau of Liquor Enforcement.
Team shirts worn by the Whole Village Child Care Center says it all!! |
Thank You to Our Funders:
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The federal Drug Free Community Support program through SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) - The NH Department of Justice
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The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
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The NH Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Juvenile Justice Services
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The NH Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Bureau of Prevention Services
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Grafton County/NH Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Children, Youth and Families
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NH Strategic Prevention Frameworks -Region B
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Towns of Alexandria, Bristol, Campton, Hebron, Holderness, Lincoln, Plymouth, Rumney, Waterville Valley, and Wentworth.
- Donations from many generous community members.
If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to invest in our mission and make a difference in the lives of children and youth, please contact
Deb Naro
Executive Director 536-9793
or mail to
CADY, Inc.
94 Highland Street, Plymouth NH 03264
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Keeping Kids Safe... Always a Good Call!
Project Monitor Under 21 is an anonymous tipline that is available to parents, teachers, students, community members and police in all New Hampshire communities.
By reporting and sharing information about underage gatherings where alcohol or other drugs are likely to be accessible to minors, you might prevent a harmful situation from ever happening.
Take ACTION and halt the harm BEFORE it occurs.
Don't wait until teenagers make mistakes and get in trouble - help shape the environment and stop underage drinking. Anonymous calls are accepted.
An anonymous call to 2-1-1 may prevent a call to 9-1-1
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 PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT TO SPONSOR "PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK" INITIATIVE
The Plymouth Police Department will sponsor a prescription drug collection effort on Saturday September 25 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. During this timeframe any pharmaceutical (prescription or over-the-counter) drug may be dropped off at the Plymouth Police Department located at 334 Main Street Plymouth, NH. The drugs will then be turned over to the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and destroyed. This program is completely anonymous and all efforts will be made to protect the anonymity of those disposing of the medications. No questions will be asked and no requests for identification will be made by police. Intravenous solutions, injectables, syringes and aerosol inhalers will not be accepted.
This collection effort is part of a national initiative sponsored by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration. The DEA is coordinating one-day collaborative efforts with state and local law enforcement agencies across the nation to remove potentially dangerous controlled substances from our nation's homes. This national take-back initiative will provide a unified opportunity for the public to surrender pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications to law enforcement officers for destruction.
Many people are unaware that some of the biggest drug threats are right in their own homes. While use of illicit drugs is declining, abuse of prescription and over-the-counter medications is on the rise. Consider the following: every day 3,300 more children begin experimenting with prescription drugs; over 3 million U.S. teens abuse prescription drugs; and 70% of children who abuse prescription drugs admit to getting them from family or friends. Kids who would never try street drugs feel safe abusing prescription drugs because they mistakenly misperceive prescription drugs as safe. Nationally, treatment admissions for prescription pain killer misuse, for all age categories, have risen dramatically over the past decade-from one percent of all admissions in 1997 to five percent today, according to a report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Misperceptions about prescription drugs and easy access can lead to serious consequences. We know from local teen reports that prescription drugs are easy to get and unfortunately, simple for youth to share. Any kind of prescription drug can be abused, and interactions and overdoses can be deadly. Easy assess to prescription drugs is a major part of the problem and one that is being addressed by the Plymouth Police Department in this "Take Back" initiative.
As a Prevention Coalition, CADY is in strong support of the Plymouth Police Take Back initiative. We urge community members to be aware of this potential problem and take action to avoid misuse of prescription drugs. All community members can be part of the solution by simply preventing access: if you have unused or unwanted prescription medicines in your home, you can ensure proper and safe disposal by bringing old or unneeded medicines to the Plymouth Police Department's collection site on Saturday, September 25 for this one-time event.
For more information on prevention of prescription drug abuse and how to talk to your kids about this dangerous problem, visit www.cadyinc.org. Free resources are also available at the CADY office at 94 Highland Street in Plymouth.
Sincerely,
Deb Naro
Executive Director |
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BENEFIT RAFFLE
Proceeds dedicated to the
CADY YOUTH RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PROGRAM
One way or another, it seems that we are all navigating the stark realities of a difficult economy including doing much more with less. As a rule, funding has never kept pace with the demand for prevention services. CADY, along with many other non-profit organizations, has seen a drastic reduction in the amount of funding from the State of NH for direct service prevention programs. To offset these cuts, and to preserve much needed services, the CADY Board of Directors has launched a fundraising campaign including a raffle. Our benefit raffle offers three great prizes donated by very generous business partners- the prizes are surely to appeal to all ages. Proceeds from the raffle will be dedicated to keeping kids connected to a caring community via the CADY Youth Restorative Justice Program.
FIRST PRIZE - COUNTRY FLAME "LITTLE RASCAL" PELLET STOVE $2,179 Value - Donated by: The Burning Bush - Warren, NH
Features Include:
- 99% efficiency - Maximum Heating Capacity: 40,500 BTU
- Heavy Gauge Steel Construction
- Burn Rate Pellet Fuel; 1.1 lbs. - 5 lbs. per hour
- Hopper Size 45 pounds
SECOND PRIZE - THE BALSAM'S GRAND ADVENTURE 2-DAY GETAWAY FOR TWO
$920 Value - Donated by: The Balsams Grand Resort Hotel
This "Crown Jewel of the North Country" Package Includes:
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 Two Nights Lodging for Two People (some restrictions apply) - Two Gourmet Meals Daily
- Free Use of All Facilities - including Seasonal Recreation such as Golf or Skiing
THIRD PRIZE - ACER "MINI" LAPTOP
$300 Value - Donated by: Meredith Village Savings Bank
This 10.1 inch Acer Netbook Computer Features:
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 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N450 Processor -
1 GB DDR2 Memory
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250GB SATA Hard Drive (5400 RPM); 802.11 b/g/n Wireless
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10.1" WSVGA Acer CrystalBrite LED Display, Intel GMA 3150 Graphics
TICKETS ARE $5 EACH OR 5 FOR $20
DRAWING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 22, 2010
During the Main Street Plymouth Halloween Festival
Winners need not be present to win.
TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:
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CADY Office - 94 Highland Street, Plymouth
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The Burning Bush, Warren, NH
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The Plymouth Chamber of Commerce
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R.P. Williams & Sons Building Materials & Supplies, Bristol NH
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Meredith Village Savings Bank, Main Street, Plymouth NH
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Berry Delicious Bakery, Tenney Mtn. Hwy.
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The Readery, Main Street Plymouth
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The UPS Store, Main Street, Plymouth
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Tapply Thompson Community Center, Bristol, NH
We hope that you will consider purchasing a ticket or if you would like to increase your odds, a book. All proceeds from the raffle will be dedicated to the Youth Restorative Justice Program, a community-based diversion program that gives a second chance to first-time youth offenders. Restorative Justice focuses on accountability to self and community, restitution to victim, and the personal growth of the youth. The success of our coalition is only possible because of the commitment of many individuals, businesses, and partner organizations that actively support CADY's mission. Community participation in our fundraising efforts will ensure the availability of valuable services like the Restorative Justice Program for local youth.
If you or your organization is interested in learning more about the Restorative Justice Program, please contact Tim Tyler, Restorative Justice Coordinator at the CADY office at 536-9793.
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FAST FACTS:
Few members of the general public are aware that more than half of the youth involved with New Hampshire's juvenile justice system also have a problem with substance abuse.
(New Hampshire Business Review, Oct. 13, 2006, Thomas Bamberger)
While over 30 million youth will never come in contact with the juvenile justice system, it is well documented that each year over a million youth under the age of 18 will. (Stahl, 2001)
It is estimated that each youth lost to a future of delinquency and drug abuse costs society between 1.7 - 2.3 million dollars. (Snyder & Sickmund, 1999)
Issues such as substance abuse and mental illness contribute to the numbers of youth who are finding themselves in the juvenile justice system in need of opportunities to change and redirect their lives.
(Schiraldi, Holman, & Beatty, 2000; Cocozza & Skowyra, 2000)
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September 25, 2010 - Prescription Drug "Take-Back" Day
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Plymouth Police Department - see lead article.
September 27, 2010 - Family Day -
A Day to Eat Dinner with Your Family
More than a decade of research by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University has consistently found that the more often kids eat dinner with their families, the less likely they are to smoke, drink or use drugs. The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University's Family Day - A Day to Eat Dinner with Your Children is a national movement launched in 2001 that promotes the parental engagement fostered during frequent family dinners as a simple, effective way to prevent substance abuse in kids. Family Day's 10th Anniversary will be celebrated across the country on Sept. 27.
To learn more about Family Day and to join parents all across America in taking the Family Day STAR pledge, visit www.CASAFamilyDay.org.
9/27/10 - Parenting Class: "Building Strong Families" - DEVELOPING EMPATHY AND SELF AWARENESS
(4 week series)
5:30-8:00 pm. The importance of empathy and techniques for managing feelings, anger and stress. Evening begins with a family dinner at 5:30. Childcare is provided at no cost - childcare registration: 536-3720, ext. 106. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street, Plymouth. 9/27/10 - Parenting Journey -12 week series Begins on September 27.
A twelve week curriculum designed for parents who want to learn more about themselves, their relationships and the resources they need to effectively parent their children. In a warm and nurturing environment parents are supported and encouraged to care for themselves and each other while participating in a series of experiential exercises. Dinner provided. MONDAY Evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm. For more information or to register contact Tricia Murphy at 603-524-1741, ext. 27 or TriciaM@lrcs.org. All classes held at the Family Resource Center, 635 Main Street, Laconia, NH. Attendance certificates provided. On-site childcare and assistance with transportation is available upon request. Limited space available, so register today! 9/29/10 - Plymouth Area Transit Feasibility Study
Transport Central, together with the North Country Council, Lakes Region Planning Commission and Upper Valley Lake Sunapee Regional Planning Commission, is holding public meetings to present the Plymouth Area Transit Feasibility Study.
Two meetings will be held on Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at the Plymouth Regional Senior Center Main Dining Room, 8 Depot Street Plymouth. This will be your opportunity to comment and provide feedback on the proposed recommendations.
Meeting times are: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm & 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
For further information, contact: Patsy Kendall, TC at 603-536-4101 (prkendall7@gmail.com) Mary Deppe, NCC at 603- 444-6303 (mdeppe@nccouncil.org) PRSC is a fully accessible facility. 9/30/10 - Nurturing Skills for Families- 16 week series begins on September 30.
A sixteen week series where parents and children will learn new beliefs, knowledge, and skills that improve their overall level of functioning. The course is made up of the following four modules: Developing Empathy and Self-Awareness, Positive Discipline Practices and Techniques, Building and Sustaining Resilient Families, and Understanding Children's Growth and Development. Participants may enroll in one module or the entire series. Dinner provided. THURSDAY Evenings from 5:30-8:00 pm. For more information or to register contact Tricia Murphy at 603-524-1741, ext. 27 or TriciaM@lrcs.org. All classes held at the Family Resource Center, 635 Main Street, Laconia, NH Attendance certificates provided. On-site childcare and assistance with transportation is available upon request. Limited space available, so register today! 10/5/10 -
Forum on Family/School Partnerships in Special Education Laconia 5:00 - 7:30 pm
For families, educators, administrators, and community members. NH Connections Concord/Lakes Region will hold a forum to gather people in a welcoming environment around the issue of Family/School Partnerships in Special Education to explore successful strategies and how we can further increase them. The outcome of the forum is to identify three topics in which the region will come together on future dates to share how they are improving family/school partnerships. 10/5/10 - Mental Health and Schools
Practical Approaches to Support Children and Youth with Emotional and Behavioral Challenges. This day long conference is designed to provide participants with knowledge of practical and effective strategies that can be used in a variety of settings to improve student's outcomes. Audience: families, mental health providers, school personnel, administrators, counselors, nurses, para-educators, psychologists, social workers, special education and general education teachers, and other interested in childrens' mental health.
To view the conference schedule and/or to register, please visit the conference home page at http://www.naminh.org/MIAW2010Conference.php.
Scholarships are available for parents of children and youth with emotional and behavioral challenges. To request a scholarship, contact Claudia Ferber at 603.225.5359 ext. 13.
Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Avenue Concord, 8:00 AM-3:30 PM 10/7/10 - Parenting Class -
READING ALOUD TO YOUR KIDS - WE CAN ALL DO IT
6:00-8:00 pm. This is an opportunity to share some new books, talk about reading techniques for different ages and explore ways to extend the book reading experience with your children. Presented by Pemi Baker Literacy Task Force. Childcare is provided at no cost - childcare registration: 536-3720, ext. 106. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street, Plymouth. Pemi Baker Home Health & Hospice
Wellness Program's New Weight Loss Support Group Mondays, October 11, 18, 25 Come join us for Pemi Baker Home Health & Hospice Wellness Program's new Weight Loss Support Group "Weigh to Go!"
When - Monday of every week, Weigh-in is between 4:30-5:30 pm. Evening program begins promptly at 5:30 pm and ends at 6:00 pm at Pemi-Baker Home Health & Hospice
Cost - $15.00/month (includes exercise, weigh-in, support, meal plan)
As always...we do it for the health of it! This program will include the six essentials of a successful weight loss program! - Support, Meal Plan, Portion Control, Food Diary, Exercise, Goals. Sign up - Call 536-5533 or stop in and register. 10/13/10 - Parenting Class
UNDERSTANDING SENSORY DIFFERENCES
9:30-11:00 am. Discover the ways your child uses their 5 senses to explore the world around them, and how it effects their learning. We will review strategies for understanding your children's sensory needs and how to provide and incorporate appropriate activities into the child's daily routine. Presented by The Family Center of Central NH. The workshop is appropriate for parents of children birth through school-age. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street, Plymouth. OCTOBER 12, 13, 14, 15, 2010
PIZZA NIGHTS IN OCTOBER Plymouth House of Pizza and Voices Against Violence are teaming up for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Plymouth House of Pizza is generously donating a portion of their proceeds from all food sales October 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th to Voices Against Violence, a tax-exempt 501 (c)(3) organization. Plymouth House of Pizza is located at 45 Main Street. Their hours are 11:00am-1:00am. Phone #536-2122. Pick up or delivery. 10/14/10 - Parents & Learning
Covers the "curriculum of the home," the parent-child interactions, and patterns of family life that influence children's school learning. For Teachers, 8:45 AM - noon in Concord, NH at the NH Parent Information Resource Center. To register, go to http://tinyurl.com/TTTRegistration. For more information, visit www.nhpirc.org/latestnews.shtml or call (800) 947-7005 10/14/10 - Parenting Class
WHERE CONVERSATION LEADS - FAMILY TALK
6:00-8:00 pm. Listening and talking are the first steps to literacy. Spend some time reflecting on what makes an effective conversation with your child and how to improve your conversation skills. Presented by Pemi Baker Literacy Task Force. Childcare is provided at no cost - childcare registration: 536-3720, ext. 106. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street, Plymouth. 10/28/10 - Parenting Class
MAKING MY MARK - WRITING FROM THE BEGINNING
6:00-8:00 pm. The scribbling of your toddler is the start of the writing process. Learn how to interpret and encourage writing from an early age. Presented by Pemi Baker Literacy Task Force. Childcare is provided at no cost - childcare registration: 536-3720, ext. 106. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street, Plymouth. 11/1/10 - Preventing and Responding to Cyberbullying
One Day Conference with National Cyberbullying Expert, Sameer Hinduja. Workshops for New Hampshire Practitioners including Educators, School Counselors, Resource Officers, Nurses, and other School Climate Leaders and Community Members 8:30am - 3:30pm Mill Falls Inn, Meredith, NH Cost: $275 (fee includes a light breakfast and lunch) CEU Certificate: 6 Hours REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postmarked by October 15th, 2010 Early Bird Special: Registration postmarked by October 1st, Cost = $250 Only 100 spaces - register early to get in and save! Registration Form, Agenda, Directions and further details on-line www.school-climate-consulting.org 11/3/10 & 11/4/10 - Parenting Class
CO-PARENTING TECHNIQUES
6:00-8:00 pm. Jay Apicelli, of DJJS, will discuss resources, information and parenting strategies for those who are navigating the challenges that are unique to their circumstances. Childcare is provided at no cost - childcare registration: 536-3720, ext. 106. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street, Plymouth. 11/18/10 - Parenting Class
HOLIDAY MONEY MANAGEMENT
6:00-8:00 pm. Deb Maes, of UNH Cooperative Extension, will discuss how to cope with the monetary demands the holidays. Childcare is provided at no cost - childcare registration: 536-3720, ext. 106. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street, Plymouth. |
Thank you to our Corporate Partner
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CADY IN "ACTION"
The nice summer weather meant the youth at Frosty Scoop's were kept very busy serving up their delicious ice cream treats! Below Left - Sarah Lachapelle puts the finishing touches on a yummy sundae. Below Right - Sierra Patterson makes a frappe on the old fashioned frappe machine in Frosty's!
Below Left - Brianna Coykendall and Jesse Murray show off a beautifully made sundae. Below Right - Emily Rasmussen and Devon Lachapelle are happy at work!
Below - the 2010 LAUNCH Graduating Class: (left to right) Alisha Poissant, Ann Furbush, Brianna Coykendall, Carrie Annis, Eli Mattrick, Monti McCoy, Sarah Lachapelle and Sierra Patterson. Missing from photo: Ann Furbush; Haley Lenentine; Jesse Murry; Dan Palmison; Emily Rasmussen.
Below - The LAUNCH, YAACS, and their supervisors celebrate the end of the summer: (left to right) Kristi Zwald, Alisha Poissant, Ann Furbush, Brianna Coykendall, T.J. Ryan, Carrie Annis, Dave Thomas, Eli Mattrick, Monti MMcCoy, Sarah Lachapelle, Sierra Patterson, and Liz Naro.
During the months of September and October, CADY works very hard to maintain a presence at all of the  school Open Houses in the communities we serve, including elementary, middle and high schools. A CADY staff member covers a resource table and distributes "BE" bags filled with age appropriate resources to parents and families in attendance. "BE" bags encourage people to be someone who makes a difference in the lives of kids.
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