Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support

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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 professionals, 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.”

10/28/2026

We have built a strong team at the Reading Coalition. Irene, LMHC, joined us in October 2025 through opioid funding and has been an incredible resource for local families ever since. In her part‑time role, she’s already provided 168 clinical services, including substance misuse intervention sessions. Congrats on one year, Irene! 🎉

10/16/2026

Thank you to all those supporting the fund set up by caring neighbors. Please continue to share.

There are truly no words to describe the heartbreak of losing someone so suddenly and tragically. Our beautiful friend Andria was taken from this world far t…

10/15/2026

Taunya Jarzyniecki, our Public Safety Clinician, joined us in 2022 after Town Meeting approved adding a mental health clinician to the department 💛

As a dually licensed mental health and alcohol/drug provider, she brought invaluable skills to our team 🗨️

She has changed the game in how we support mental health across Reading 🌟

Taunya redefined what it means to integrate mental health into public safety 💙

Here in town, she offers follow‑up to individuals and families who called 911 for mental health or substance misuse support 🚨

She supports the well‑being of officers and department staf👮‍♀️

She counsels children, teens, and adults 🧠🏫

She teaches Mental Health First Aid, helping residents understand the importance of early support 🤝

She serves on NEMLEC STARS, a regional team that provides mental health support following crises ✨

We are grateful for all she brings to Reading 💛

10/15/2026

We’re grateful to everyone who came together at last night’s vigil. You’re not alone. Grief resources are on the Coalition website.

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10/14/2026

You're invited to RESPOND's Housing Clinic! This is a safe space for survivors of domestic violence who are looking for housing support. 💚

10/13/2026

Please share. The coalition will be on hand to provide resources and support.

The Reading community will hold a candlelight vigil for Andria Hanafin on October 14 at 6 p.m. in Memorial Park.

10/10/2026

In light of the loss of our neighbor, Andria Hanafin, we invite the Reading community to a candlelight vigil to honor and remember a life taken too soon.

Even in the darkest moments, we stand together as a community. Please join us on Wednesday, October 14 at 6pm at Memorial Park.

10/07/2026

🧠 106 students. 5 classes. One goal: Teach Teen Mental Health First Aid. Our co instructors are in week 3 of 7 and students are locked in. Teen Mental Health First Aid is co taught by Jess Cruz, Outreach Coordinator, and Mrs. Hopkinson, Health Educator at RMHS. This year’s program includes new material and improvements, and students are putting their skills to work. Great job to our first aid team and to every student participating in Mrs. Hop's and Mrs. Fiorello's classes!

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Address

Reading, MA

Telephone

+17819426793

Website

https://www.readingma.gov/763/Reading-Coalition-for-Prevention-and-Sup

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