BRiDGES / MCCASA

09/15/2026

Mollie Dana, our Employee Assistance Program Coordinator, is celebrating one year with BRiDGES!

Mollie joined us just a year ago and has accomplished so much in that time. In addition to taking on her role as EAP Coordinator, Mollie has

🌟 Taken over hosting Thrive, a leadership network hosted by BRiDGES

🌟 Earned a new certification, making her a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP)

🌟 Become a trained member of the Madison County L.O.S.S. Team (Local Outreach for Su***de Survivors)

🌟 Been an instrumental part of our workplace wellness team, assisting with planning large events and trainings

BRiDGES is lucky to have Mollie on our team. Her steady, focused presence is a benefit for our staff and the community we serve.

Please join us in congratulating Mollie on one year at BRiDGES, and hopefully many more to come!

09/15/2026

The Su***de Prevention Coalition of Madison County brings together professionals, community leaders, and residents who are passionate about reducing su***de and supporting mental health in our community. Since 2011, we have worked together to strengthen local prevention efforts, reduce stigma, promote hope, and support education, outreach, and awareness initiatives.

New members are always welcome! Joining the Coalition is a chance to connect with others who share your commitment, contribute your ideas, and be part of meaningful, community-wide prevention work. Whether you represent an organization or are an individual looking to make a difference, your perspective and participation matter.

The Coalition meets once a month for one hour via Zoom, making it easy to participate and stay involved no matter where you are.

📲 Scan the QR code or click the link below to join today and help make a lasting impact in Madison County.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvg0x72tnM02Y4-RAikerHkxFUGuJqHiFCrW9qzBfVJP2Zyg/viewform?usp=share_link&ouid=116897315259612915739

09/14/2026

🧠 MAKE BETTER DECISIONS

Decision-making is a skill and it’s one that can be practiced!

The 3 C’s can help young people work through everyday decisions:

🔎 Clarify the problem
💭 Consider possible choices and consequences
✅ Choose

These are just some of the practical skills youth can build through Life Skills Training

🏫 Interested in bringing Life Skills Training to your school? Reach out to learn more!

09/13/2026

09/12/2026

Today's the Day! 💜👟

Join us today for the STEPtember for Su***de Prevention, Awareness & Remembrance Walk as we come together to honor loved ones, raise awareness, and support one another.

🗓 Saturday, September 12
📍 Chapman Park, Pavilion #1
1463 Route 31, Bridgeport, NY 13030

📝Missed Pre-Registration? No problem! You can still register onsite beginning at 10:00 AM.

💜 Opening Ceremony: 10:30 AM
☔ Rain or Shine – please dress for the weather!

Whether you're walking in memory of someone you've lost, to support someone you love, or simply to stand with our community, we'd love to have you with us.

Every step helps reduce stigma, spark conversations, and remind others that they are not alone. We hope to see you there! 💜

09/11/2026

See You Tomorrow! 💜👟

The wait is almost over! We can't wait to come together for the STEPtember for Su***de Prevention, Awareness & Remembrance Walk tomorrow as we honor loved ones, raise awareness, and remind our community that hope and support are always within reach.

📅 Saturday, September 12
📍 Chapman Park, Pavilion #1
1463 Route 31, Bridgeport, NY 13030

📝 Onsite Registration & Sign-In: 10:00 AM
💜 Opening Ceremony: 10:30 AM

☔ Rain or Shine – please dress for the weather!

Whether you're walking in memory of someone you've lost, in support of someone you love, or to help create a more connected and compassionate community, we're grateful you'll be joining us.

Together, we can reduce stigma, encourage conversations, and let others know they are never alone.

09/10/2026

🚨 Save the Date: Save a Life Event 🚨

Join us for our Save a Life Event and learn how you can help prevent opioid overdose deaths in our community.
At this event, you'll have the opportunity to:

🛟 Learn how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose
🛟 See how to use naloxone (Narcan®)
🛟 Receive a free naloxone kit and overdose prevention information
🛟 Ask questions and connect with local resources

📅 Date: Thursday, September 24th
🕒 Time: 2 PM to 5 PM
📍 Location: Clinch Park, E. Railroad St., Oneida, NY

Whether you know someone who uses opioids or simply want to be prepared, this free event can give you the knowledge and tools to help save a life.

This event is hosted by Madison County Public Health with BRiDGES, ACR, Pathways, and other community agencies participating in this event.

Learn more: https://savealife.day/

We hope to see you there!

09/10/2026

🌽🥕 Stop by the Cazenovia Farmers' Market at Memorial Park! 🍓🌽

Join BRiDGES at the Cazenovia Farmers' Market on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 9am-2pm for fresh local produce, community connection, and helpful resources. 💚

We’ll also be offering Narcan training and sharing prevention resources with the community.

📍 Memorial Park
🗓 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 9am–2pm

We hope to see you there!

09/09/2026

Welcome Back to School! We hope your school year is off to a wonderful start! Our team is just as excited to be back in the schools and kicking off another year of Life Skills programming with students across the county.

We’re looking forward to learning, growing, and making meaningful connections with students throughout the year. Here’s to a fantastic school year filled with new opportunities, confidence, and success!

09/08/2026

💙 What is the Community Prevention Collaborative?

The Community Prevention Collaborative of Madison County is a group of community members, organizations, and partners working together to build a healthier Madison County where everyone can thrive.

Our mission is to reduce high-risk cannabis use among kids and adults in Madison County through prevention, education, community partnerships, and practical solutions that support the wellbeing of our community.

Right now, we’re expanding our Safe Storage Initiative. We are aiming to make safe cannabis storage materials more accessible to adults in our community. By making it easier to safely store cannabis products, we can help prevent accidental ingestion of cannabis edibles by children and others who may mistake them for regular food or treats.

Prevention is about more than telling people what not to do. It’s about giving our community the information, resources, and support needed to make safer choices.

🌱 Our vision: A healthier Madison County where everyone can thrive.
🤝 Our approach: Safe storage. Informed choices. Community wellbeing. Strong partnerships.

Would you like to get involved? We welcome community members, organizations, parents and partners who are interested in helping create a healthier Madison County.

Our monthly meetings are held on the 4th Monday of every month at 10:30 AM and are offered in a hybrid format.

Scan the QR code or use this link to get more information about our meetings or join our newsletter: https://forms.gle/D2ykRCHrUJGEcwBb8

All voices are welcome, and we’d love to have you be part of the conversation! 💙