Community Connections Lincoln County

06/05/2026

Young adults who both v**e and smoke cannabis have higher odds of developing functionally important respiratory symptoms than nonusers.

06/05/2026

Summer is supposed to be a fun and relaxing time. Talk to your child about how they'll handle hard conversations so they are prepared.

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

Johns Hopkins research underscores the increased risks of combining cannabis edibles and alcohol. Co-use results in a greater risk of experiencing numerous negative outcomes, one of many being motor vehicle accidents.
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2848548

06/02/2026

Impaired driving is dangerous and preventable. Make safe choices this summer.

You can’t drive safely if you’re impaired. That’s why it’s illegal everywhere in America to drive under the influence of alcohol, ma*****na, opioids

06/02/2026

What is Huffing?
Huffing is when people inhale fumes or vapors from different household products (paint thinners or removers, whipped cream aerosol cans, spray paints, etc) to get a quick high. Since the effects can be short-lived, people tend to repeat using them, leading to an inhalant addiction.
https://emberrecovery.org/blog/the-dangers-of-teens-and-huffing/

05/28/2026

Pointing out good actions and choices helps encourage those behaviors, because a little encouragement can go a long way.

05/26/2026

🧠💙 Mindful Mentoring Course – Starting June 9

Community Connections Mentoring is excited to offer a special training opportunity for current and future mentors focused on supporting youth mental health through mentoring relationships.

Join us for a 12-session Mindful Mentoring Course led by Dr. Werntz — licensed mental health counselor and former staff member with the Center for Evidence-Based Mentoring at UMass Boston.

📅 Begins June 9
🗓 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ Noon – 1:00 PM
💻 Sessions will be recorded for registered participants

This course will explore:
✔️ How mentors can support youth mental health
✔️ Relationship-building strategies
✔️ Communication and emotional support skills
✔️ Practical tools mentors can use in real-life situations

This opportunity is open to:
✅ Current Community Connections mentors
✅ Individuals signed up to become a mentor

Strong relationships can make a lasting difference in the lives of young people — and mentors don’t have to navigate that role alone.

💬 Interested in joining or learning more? Reach out today!

05/25/2026

Someone you love may face both a mental condition and a substance use challenge. They deserve steady support, starting with you. When more is needed, help is available 24/7. Call or text 988 anywhere in the U.S. Learn more: 988lifeline.org