Drug Free Community Coalition of Chemung County

Drug Free Community Coalition of Chemung County The Drug Free Community Coalition of Chemung County is a coalition located in Chemung County, New York. Anyone can join!

We meet on the last Wednesday of every month from 10am - 11:30am, in person and via Zoom. We focus on:
Underage Substance Use & Abuse - Community Engagement - Awareness, Engagement, and Education of Community Members though Town Hall meetings, Health Fairs, College Presentations, Strong Kids Safe Kids, local park events, Media and Conferences. Educate:
Our partner agencies use Evidence-Based Progr

ams in schools and colleges throughout the community: Second Step, Teen Intervene, Life Skills, and Special Presentations. Projects and Initiatives:
The coalition is currently involved in the International Overdose Awareness Day, the bi-annual DEA Take-Back Day, Monitor-Secure-Dispose Program for Unused or Expired Medications/Drop Box Locations, Red Ribbon Week and several topic-focused work groups.

Having someone in their corner, whether it’s a parent, teacher, coach, friend, or another trusted adult, can help young ...
06/16/2026

Having someone in their corner, whether it’s a parent, teacher, coach, friend, or another trusted adult, can help young people feel supported and make healthier choices.

Prevention isn’t just about saying “no.” It’s about creating spaces where young people feel like they belong and know there are people who care about them.

Sometimes, a simple conversation or showing up for someone can have a bigger impact than we realize. 💙

What did we learn about youth va**ng❓Our recent Clyde youth survey found that 13% of students reported trying va**ng at ...
06/12/2026

What did we learn about youth va**ng❓

Our recent Clyde youth survey found that 13% of students reported trying va**ng at least once in their lifetime, while 5.4% reported va**ng within the past 30 days.

These numbers help us understand trends affecting local youth and guide prevention efforts in our schools and community.

Education, supportive adults, healthy activities, and honest conversations all play an important role in helping young people make informed choices.

Together, we can continue supporting the health and well-being of our youth.

Join us, June 24th, for our next coalition meeting! We’ll be meeting virtually via Zoom to discuss exciting updates and ...
06/08/2026

Join us, June 24th, for our next coalition meeting! We’ll be meeting virtually via Zoom to discuss exciting updates and the future direction of our work in Chemung County. Your voice matters—help us continue building a healthier, drug-free community together!

📅 Date: Wednesday, April 29th
🕒 Time: 10:00am
📍 Location: In-Person or Zoom
🔗 https://casa-trinity-org.zoom.us/j/83652552810?pwd=Q6qF8xy3qb6LdyOpXk8gmLiIPsnduy.1

Did you know?Boredom and lack of supervision during the summer months can increase risk for young people.When school is ...
06/04/2026

Did you know?

Boredom and lack of supervision during the summer months can increase risk for young people.

When school is out, teens often have more free time and fewer structured activities. Staying connected through summer programs, sports, volunteer opportunities, jobs, family activities, and community events can help keep youth engaged and supported.

Everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and valued for who they are. When young people know they belong and have cari...
06/01/2026

Everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and valued for who they are. When young people know they belong and have caring adults and supportive spaces around them, they are more likely to thrive.

Thank you for showing up, sharing your insights, and continuing to invest your time and energy into building a stronger,...
05/28/2026

Thank you for showing up, sharing your insights, and continuing to invest your time and energy into building a stronger, healthier community.

We look forward to connecting with everyone next month in the community.

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country.
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country.

Some challenges facing young people in Chemung County deserve our attention.📊 51% report low commitment to school📊 37% e...
05/22/2026

Some challenges facing young people in Chemung County deserve our attention.

📊 51% report low commitment to school
📊 37% experience family conflict
📊 36% report parental attitudes that may be favorable toward substance use

These factors can increase risk, but they can also point us toward where support is needed most.

Prevention is about understanding what young people are facing and working together to create healthier environments at home, in school, and in our community.

Young people are building strong connections that help support healthy growth and decision-making. 💙💙82% are building po...
05/15/2026

Young people are building strong connections that help support healthy growth and decision-making. 💙

💙82% are building positive social skills with their peers
🎓74% of youth say they have opportunities to get involved at school
🏫 63% say they have opportunities to be involved in their community

When young people feel connected, supported, and included, it helps build confidence, strengthen relationships, and reduce risk.

Young people are always watching how adults respond to stress, whether we realize it or not. Taking a walk when you’re o...
05/13/2026

Young people are always watching how adults respond to stress, whether we realize it or not. Taking a walk when you’re overwhelmed, talking things out, or even saying “I need a minute” shows that it’s okay to pause and take care of yourself.

What’s one healthy way you cope with stress?

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911 Stowell Street
Elmira, NY
14901

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