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The mission of Community Action for Safe Teens (CAST) is to prevent substance misuse in the Souhegan Valley, promote healthy choices among youth, and educate, support and strengthen families.Click HERE to learn more about CAST. |
January 13, 2019 – RESILIENCE: The Biology of Stress & the Science of HopeSunday, January 13th at 4:30pmRESILIENCE: The Biology of Stress & the Science of Hope documentary showing at Wilton Town Hall Theater on January 13, 2019 at 4:30 pm. This film discusses adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and the long term physical and emotional impacts. Join us to learn how you can be part of the movement to strengthen Souhegan Valley by increasing protective factors for our youth and families. The movie is FREE and open to the public. This film is being sponsored by Community Action for Safe Teens, a committee of Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley. For more info visit https://svbgc.org/programs/c-a-s-t/ New CAST Youth VideosSouhegan Valley Youth participate in CAST Media Literacy Project.The following videos were created under the professional guidance of Media Power Youth by middle and high school students in Souhegan Valley. Media Power Youth provides evidence based programming empowering “youth to lead healthy, safe lives through smart use of media.” Funding for this Community Action for Safe Teens project was provided by Milford Hospital Association and Hollis/Brookline Rotary Club. Click video titles below to watch via YouTube."Dear Mom and Dad""The Interview""The Decision""Dear Friend"Volunteer Opportunities!Contact Monica Gallant if you would like to volunteer your skills! If you have 2-4 hours per month to volunteer, CAST needs your help. Please click HERE for more information.Life of an AthleteStudent athlete leaders from Hollis/Brookline, Milford and Souhegan High Schools come together and encourage schools and communities to incorporate the Life of an Athlete program into their athletics. This comprehensive, proactive approach is a sure way to increase positive lifestyle choices for all members of the community.Watch the PSA videos and learn more HERE.We Need Your Help!
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Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley |
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To support its mission to help kids "be great" the BGCSV offers daily access to a broad range of programs designed to help kids succeed academically, be engaged citizens, and adopt a healthy lifestyle. For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley visit www.svbgc.org. |
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Connective ParentingBonnie Harris, M.S.Ed. is the director of Connective Parenting. Bonnie has designed and taught parenting workshops and counseled parents for twenty years.Connective Parenting is dedicated to guiding parents in the discovery of why both they and their children behave and respond the way they do. It is based on the principle that the child wants to do what is right, wants to cooperate, wants to succeed and only gets off track when an obstacle derails him. Bonnie often offers Parenting Talks and Courses locally through The River Center. The River CenterThe River Center serves as a one-stop clearinghouse for community resources and connections essential to the quality of life for people of all ages and abilities in the eastern Monadnock region. Its programs and services are free to all so that no one is excluded because of financial need.The River Center is located at 44-46 Concord Street in Peterborough, NH. Tel: 603 924-6800 Website: www.thefamilycenter.us |
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In order to engage more youth and create a stronger presence in the communities we serve, CAST became a chartered committee of the 
Community Action for Safe Teens (CAST)
Demers, Negrete & Associates, Inc.
