Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support

Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support We have many of the pieces in place, including a dedicated and diverse Reading Coalition Board, and highly qualified staff.

We are a coalition of youth & adults living and working in Reading, MA who promote a safe, healthy, vibrant community in which everyone makes healthy decisions and ensures that today's resources shape tomorrow's strengths. There have been many strides to reduce risky behaviors amongst Reading teenagers including a strong commitment from involved parents, dynamic educators, student support professi

onals, school leaders, committed coaches, faith leaders, afterschool professionals, healthcare workers, and other caring adults. “Progress is being made but as a community we have much more to do. Additional recognition by the broader community of youth substance abuse issues will be a key to further success.”

Sharing this event from our partners at the Woburn Community Resource Center on September 3. ...
08/28/2026

Sharing this event from our partners at the Woburn Community Resource Center on September 3.

In 2025, 177 people from Reading ended up in the ER because of alcohol or drug misuse 🚑.After those visits, 142 patients...
08/28/2026

In 2025, 177 people from Reading ended up in the ER because of alcohol or drug misuse 🚑.

After those visits, 142 patients started addiction treatment🤝. These numbers show how many of our neighbors are impacted.

For anyone recovering from a substance emergency, getting well can be a real challenge.

We appreciate the local families, first responders, healthcare workers, and treatment professionals who support our community members every day 🏥.





The Select Board has recognized August 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day. In 2025, 18 residents required EMS re...
08/27/2026

The Select Board has recognized August 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day. In 2025, 18 residents required EMS responses related to opioids. By supporting one another, we can help more people access the care they need.
Visit our exhibit on the Reading Town Common, Aug 27–Sept 2. We’ll share additional regional events throughout September. Together, we can support recovery and prevent future harm.




08/27/2026

PLEASE NOTE VENUE CHANGE

💜International Overdose Awareness Day💜
Please join us for our annual Overdose Awareness Vigil as we honor those we have lost to overdose.
📅 Monday, August 31, 2026
🕠 5:45 PM — Front steps of the Malden Senior Center, 7 Washington St, Malden
A memorial walk will follow to the Walkway at Malden City Hall.
Presented by Malden Overcoming Addiction & The Bridge Recovery Center, and sponsored by the City of Malden.
💜 Honor a loved one: Submit a name (and photo, optional) to be included by August 21, 2026 — email [email protected]
Already submitted a name? No need to resubmit. To remove someone from the memorial video, please email us.
Come stand with us as we remember, grieve, and continue the fight against this disease together.

08/27/2026

Join Town of Reading and Reading Public Schools officials on Monday, August 31, from 6:30 PM - 7:30PM for an opportunity to ask your questions about Reading’s financial outlook and the proposed FY28 override.

Rather than a traditional webinar, Town Manager Jayne Wellman and Superintendent Dr. Henry Turner are setting aside this hour for resident questions and to provide information.

Virtual via Zoom, register today: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_e1wP7nM0S72kJjhxc7zlXA

Visit the FY28 Tax Override webpage for more information https://www.readingma.gov/FY28Override

If you missed last weeks in person forum at the Reading Public Library check out the recording, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYDn2BnkWbY

Send in your questions to [email protected]. We hope to see you there.

08/27/2026

Please take a minute to read our “How to Help”section from our August E-Newsletter. If you are not receiving our newsletter, but would like to, please let us know at [email protected].

08/26/2026

August 31 is Overdose Awareness Day. Join us in solemn remembrance by placing a lighted candle candle on your porch next Monday evening. We will light a candle on the Town Common that night as well.

Across the Mystic Valley region, partners are hosting events that lift up recovery, create space for grief, and strength...
08/26/2026

Across the Mystic Valley region, partners are hosting events that lift up recovery, create space for grief, and strengthen our collective commitment to preventing future harm.

💙 August 28
12:00 PM
Melrose Overdose Awareness Month Flag Raising at City Hall
💛 August 31
All Week Wi******er Storywalk at City Hall
💛 August 31
5:45 PM
Malden Overdose Awareness Vigil on Front steps of Malden Senior Center

Each gathering is a chance to remember loved ones, lift up recovery, and build a community rooted in compassion and connection.

We hope to see you there.






08/24/2026

READING – This September, the Reading Police Department will wear and offer special patches in support of the Reading Coalition for Prevention and Support. September…

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