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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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One More Resource...
CADY works to serve the Pemi-Baker, Lincoln-Woodstock and Newfound Regions to prevent and reduce youth alochol, tobacco, and other drug use and to promote healthy environments and promising futures.
To accomplish that goal we collaborate with a number of agencies and organizations within those regions. As part of our commitment to expand the capacity of our partners and those we serve, we are happy to spotlight new or existing resources in the region such as the one below.
If you reside in Southern Grafton County (Newfound Region) be sure to check out services available through the Family Resource Center of Central NH. Just one of the many programs and services available:
AUTISM CENTER - an 8 week comprehensive program for families of children from birth to five on the Spectrum. Program entails 3 days per week at the center and one home visit. A parent educational component and direct skill strategies development are used to partner with parents on how to enhance caretaking.
For more information about this and other programs available to those in Southern Grafton County, visit the website at www.lrcs.org or contact them directly at frc@lrcs.org. |
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Michelle Aguiar
Woodlands Credit Union
Beth Colby
SAU #4
Michael Conklin Esq.
CHAIR
Conklin & Reynolds, P.A.
The Hon. Mary Cooney
NH State Representative
Leslie Dion
SECRETARY
Newfound School Board, Tapply Thompson Community Center
Mark Halloran
Superintendent, SAU#48
Wendy Hamill
Lin-Wood Public Schools
Timothy Keefe
TREASURER
Plymouth State University
Marcia Morris
The Record Enterprise
Steven Temperino
Chief, Plymouth Police Department
Dr. Kelley White
Pediatrician
Mid-State Health Center
STAFF
Deb Naro Executive Director Timothy Tyler Restorative Justice Coordinator Ann Stark Data Coordinator Linda Kaminski Administrative Assistant
Elizabeth Naro Americorps VISTA Youth Services Specialist
Peter Austin I.T.Coordinator
Claire Moorhead Marketing Coordinator
Wendy Lasch-Williams Advancement/Outreach Coordinator
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BE PART OF THE SOLUTION!
Concerned about alcohol problems and underage drinking in your community? Wish there were more treatment and recovery supports in NH? New Futures, a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization wants YOU! If you are ready to step up and take action -- action that won't take a lot of your time --join us at one of our upcoming Community Leadership Retreats and see how you can make a significant difference. Retreats are scheduled for December 9, 2010, February 10, 2011 and April 6, 2011. There is no fee to participate. Applications and info available by contacting Linda King at lking@new-futures.org.
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Thank You to Our Funders:
- The federal Drug Free Community Support program through SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
- The NH Department of Justice
- The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
- The NH Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Juvenile Justice Services
- The NH Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Bureau of Prevention Services
- Grafton County/NH Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Children, Youth and Families
- 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
Mail to
CADY, Inc.
94 Highland Street, Plymouth NH 03264
or vist our new website and use PayPal!
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Thank you to our Corporate Partner
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Keeping Kids Safe...
Is 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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We at CADY are thankful for everything we have: great board members and volunteers who actively work to advance our mission of keeping kids drug free; supportive community partners who work collaboratively with us expanding our capacity to meet the needs of our communities; a talented and committed staff; youth and families that are the motivation behind what we do; grantors who recognize the value of prevention and recognize their contributions as a sound investment in the safety and well being of the common good, and amazing communities that enhance everyone's quality of life.
We have been especially fortunate over the past year to have a number of community partners and individuals step forward to assist us with new fundraising initiatives: our first Mini Golf Tournament; our Connections for Kids Raffle, and financial donors that responded to our first Annual Appeal. All proceeds will be dedicated to positive youth development programming.
There's so much to be appreciative of it's hard to know where to begin and end. One thing I know for sure is that Prevention is a community mindset that requires strategic action to create change and at CADY we have synergies in spades. This is because of the commitment of so many wonderful and caring people--our experience proves that it truly takes a community to prevent substance abuse and protect our children. We certainly have much to be grateful for on Thanksgiving, but above all we extend our deep gratitude and wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Sincerely,
Deb Naro
Executive Director
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Caffeine and Alcohol Shouldn't Mix...
The Associated Press recently reported that there are new concerns about energy drinks produced by a Chicago-based company that combine high levels of caffeine with alcohol. The Food and Drug Administration began investigating these types of beverages a year ago, but a recent Washington State College party is renewing questions about their safety.
Earlier in October, nine students from Central Washington University (CWU) ended up in the hospital after getting sick at an off-campus party. Police initially thought they had overdosed on drugs, but now, investigators blame their condition on a drink called "Four Loko." 
Four Loko is made by Chicago-based Phusion Projects and is referred to as "blackout in a can" by some college students. It has an alcohol content of 12 percent, which is comparable to four beers.
The makers of Four Loko said people have been mixing caffeine and alcohol for years. A statement on their website says: "Our products contain less alcohol than an average rum and cola, less alcohol and caffeine than an average Red Bull and vodka, and are comparable to having coffee after a meal with a couple glasses of wine."
Several states are considering outlawing the drinks and at least two universities have banned them from campus while the FDA reviews their safety.
"People consuming these drinks don't understand how much alcohol they are drinking," said CADCA's Chairman and CEO Arthur T. Dean, of the inexpensive drinks. "The drinks present a serious threat to public health and safety, especially for our youth."
All alcoholic energy drinks were banned from CWU's campus Monday, following the president of New Jersey's Ramapo College, who banned the drinks last month after attributing several students' hospitalizations to Four Loko.
Steven Schmidt, a spokesman for the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association, told the AP many states feel they need to act quickly to ban the drinks because the drinks are increasing in popularity.
You won't find "Four Loko" sold in New Hampshire grocery or convenience stores, as under current NH law the maximum alcohol content of a flavored alcoholic beverage is 6%. The New Hampshire Liquor Commission must approve the sale of beverages with an alcoholic content of six percent or higher.
But with all the attention about these drinks in the media it is important to educate our youth to the risks associated with them. Alcohol and caffeine energy drinks are a dangerous mix because they increase the risk of alcohol poisoning. Since caffeine may make people feel 'less drunk' than they really are, they tend to drink more than they should. Being able to feel the effects of tiredness, loss of coordination and even passing out or vomiting are the body's defenses against alcohol poisoning. Alcohol poisoning is a serious life threatening condition.
In addition, drinking these beverages may make you feel agitated, have heart palpitations or experience certain heart arrhythmias as they make your heart rate and blood pressure rise. They can trick people into thinking they are alert enough to do things like drive a car, when they really aren't.
Underage drinking can have serious consequences. You can protect your children from the risks associated with drinking by maintaining open communication and expressing a clear, consistent message about alcohol. As we have said many times, it is never too early to start talking with your kids about alcohol use. Your children need information to make good decisions. Don't wait until a problem arises to talk to them about drinking alcohol.
Alcohol advertising does affect underage drinking behavior, and with all the media attention products like Four Loko have been getting, it presents a good opportunity for parents to begin the discussion with kids about alcohol use. Have discussions that focus on the consequences of drinking. Society gives children mixed messages about alcohol. Make sure that your children get c clear message on your disapproval and communicate consequences. Parents, please remember that--you are the best resource and deterrant to substance use. Talk early and often.
Adapted from CADCA Coalitions Online 11/18/10
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FAST FACTS
YOU ARE GETTING BOMBARDED WITH MESSAGES ABOUT DRUGS IN SONGS AND MOVIES.
A study of the most popular songs in 2005 found that:
- 1 in 3 songs mentioned drug, alcohol, or tobacco use.
- 3 in 4 rap songs mentioned drug, alcohol or tobacco use.
And of the top 90 movies over the last two decades:
- 7 in 10 movies showed characters smoking.
- 1 in 3 movies showed people getting drunk.
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11/23/10 - Substance Use and Misuse in Older Adults
Side by Side for Independent Living: A Program for Older Adults, their Families and Caregivers is a series of free workshops to address caregiver issues. All sessions are on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, are free, and will be held at Woodside at the Taylor Community, 227 Ledges Drive, Laconia, NH. You are welcome to attend all sessions, or select only those that interest you. Preregistration is required. For more information or to register, contact: Bernie at: (603) 714-1737, or email: bseifert@naminh.org
11/30/10 - Making My Mark: The Writing Connection
Children pass through stages as they develop drawing and writing skills. Writing helps children develop an awareness of how print is organized and used and how it is related to spoken words. Birth-K, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM 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
11/30/10 - Temple Grandin movie screening
SAU 48 Pemi-Baker, A+ Afterschool Program, Our Trail-Parent Support Group, and NH Connections present - FREE OF CHARGE - The HBO Movie - TEMPLE GRANDIN, starring Claire Danes. A true story based on the life of Dr. Temple Grandin, a professor of animal science and a high functioning woman with Asperger's Syndrome. Through her unique communication skills and high intelligence, Dr. Grandin dispels preconceived notions about the human condition known as Asperger Syndrome. A must see film. (1 hour 50 minutes). Date of Movie: Tuesday Nov. 30, 2010 Time: 6:00- 8:30 P.M. Location: Plymouth Elementary School Child Care: A+ Program will be providing child care but a reservation is required by calling Kara Barker at 536-1152 ext 334. Following the movie there will be time for discussion.
12/2/10 - Dealing with Difficult Children
6:00-8:00 pm. Gail Sharpe, a Child Abuse Prevention Trainer and Co-Founder of Prevention and Empowerment, presents information for caregivers parenting children that display challenging behaviors, e.g. lying, expressing little to no empathy for others, or needing to control everything in their environment. If you are feeling isolated, frustrated and exhausted, Gail will give you information to enlighten and empower you. Workshops are appropriate for parents of children of all ages. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street - Plymouth, NH. Childcare is provided and requires advance registration - call Bridget Manning: 536-3720 ext. 106 or Email: bmanning@wholevillage.net
Information will be available from "Our Trail" Parent Support Group for those who are interested in getting together for play-dates, family fun nights and parent meetings. Please call Barbara Stout for more information at 568-6442
12/03 - 12/05/10
PLYMOUTH HOMETOWN HOLIDAY CELEBRATION!
Friday & Saturday
10:30 am to 8:00 pm Festival of Trees - Plymouth Regional Senior Center. Sponsored by PSU Operating Staff. Enjoy the display and take a chance to win one of the fully decorated trees.
7:00 pm - PSU Contemporary Dance Ensemble - Silver Center $10/$7 for seniors and youth. Call 535-ARTS.
Saturday, December 4 -
4:00 - 5:00 pm Main Street Banks Open for Warming, Cookie Creation on the Common with PSU Elves
4:30 - 5:00 pm Tree Lighting on the Common and Christmas Sing-a-long
5:00 pm Holiday Parade Begins - Bands, Floats, Walkers, Dancers and of course Santa! Join the CADY float and be part of the action! If interested, call CADY Office at 536-9793.
After the Parade...
at about 6:00 pm Alex Ray serves up Chili, Chowder, Burgers, Dogs and hot drinks under the tent on Green Street with a bonfire to keep you toasty.
Kids can visit with Santa at the Senior Center while Pemi Youth Center elves serve free hot chocolate.
Approx. 6:20 pm Fireworks! great viewing from the Ampitheatre at Riverfront Park or from most anywhere in the town center.
Sunday, December 5
1:00 - 3:00 pm Skate with Santa - visit with Santa at the new PSU Ice Arena. Skate for free. Skates are available or bring your own. Light refreshments and photos with Santa will be available.
3:00 pm PSU Choirs: A Joyful Noise - Silver Center $8-$10 Adult, $7-9 Seniors, $5-7 Youth Call 535-ARTS
12/6/10 - 1/10/11- Building and Sustaining Resilient Families
4 week series, 5:30-8:00 pm. Learn positive ways to manage behavior and examine choices that keep all members of the family safe and healthy. Evening begins with a family dinner at 5:30. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street - Plymouth, NH. Childcare is provided and requires advance registration - call Bridget Manning: 536-3720 ext. 106 or Email: bmanning@wholevillage.net.
12/16/10 Parenting Children with ADD/ADHD
6:00-8:00 pm. Kellie Eastman will present an informal workshop on Attention Deficit Disorders in children (and adults). Topics include: symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, parenting tips, and managing family stress. Whole Village Family Resource Center, 258 Highland Street - Plymouth, NH. Childcare is provided and requires advance registration - call Bridget Manning: 536-3720 ext. 106 or Email: bmanning@wholevillage.net.
If your non-profit organization has a training, workshop or event that you would like to add to our calendar please email information to: claire-creative@roadrunner.com.
Please note that all submissions are subject to editing and approval.
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CADY IN "ACTION"
Recently, CADY collaborated with Kelli Jenkins, guidance counselor, and Denise Plante-Renaud, art teacher, and the 5th grade students of Bristol Elementary School to create over 50 "Ghostly Gourds" for distribution to regional schools, town offices, the Plymouth Parks and Recreation Main Street Plymouth, Inc. Halloween Celebration, and businesses for display in observance of National Red Ribbon Week. We all hope the gourds will gain attention for their underlying message of empowering healthy decision making and encouraging youth to "Say BOO to Drugs." Special thanks to Karen McLoud, Ken and Cindy Glidden of Campton Farm, and Walker's Farm Stand of Bristol for making this event possible through their generous donations of birdhouse gourds and pumpkins and to Principal Ken Darsey, Kelly Jenkins, Denise Plante-Renaud, and Bristol Elementary School 5th graders for their involvement and creativity.
The CADY LAUNCH & YAAC Youth were very busy this fall and once again participated in the Main Street Plymouth Halloween Festival. Halloween usually occurs during National Red Ribbon Week and CADY takes the opportunity to educate and inform the community through our very popular "Say BOO to Drugs!" campaign. Pictured below: Lilly Vittum, Haley Sylvester and Julie Perry encourage youngsters to sign the "Pledge to Be Drug Free " at the CADY table on the town common.
 As part of the Halloween Festivities CADY hosted a "Bowling for Witches" homemade game. PSU Volunteers, CADY Staff, and 15 Youth from the Launch Youth Entrepreneurship Program assisted while hundreds of children played games, judged a Jack-o-Lantern contest and won prizes. Pictured below: Spenser Mason and Teagan Mosenthal run Bowling for Witches. The Halloween festivities would not be complete without the  pumpkins! Pictured at right, Launch youth help trick or treaters decide on which pumpkin is best! Of course a bit of arm twisting could be seen by the youth carvers of the Jack-o-Lanterns! Pictured below is the "Say Boo to Drugs!" youth educators who participated in the Halloween Festival with CADY. From left to right: Kelsey Wang, Chris Rosene, Kelsey Malm, Kylee Julia, Lilly Vittum, Kelly Galleger, Teagan Mosenthaul, Spenser Mason, Sarah Lachapelle, Eli Mattrick.
The Red Ribbon campaign started in 1986. Every October 23rd - 31st, more than 80 million young people and adults show their commitment to a healthy, drug-free life by wearing or displaying the Red Ribbon. This year in honor of Red Ribbon Week, the YAAC's (Youth Advisory and Advocacy Council) planted a "crop circle) of red tulips to "Plant the Promise" to be drug free. Watch for this glorious display to bloom in the spring. Youth participating in Plant the Promise were: Carrie Annis, Angie Bishop, Brianna Coykendall, Sarah Lachapelle, Monti McCoy, Eli Mattrick, Alisha Poissant, T.J. Ryan, and Kristi Zwald. 
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