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Short-Term Intervention Program
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This 10-day program meets for two weeks, from 9:00am-12:30pm, in-person at the regional recovery high school in Brockton. The Upper Course is designed to engage high school students in an immersive experience in the foundations of healthy growth and development. This short-term intervention program is run by a team of experts and is grounded in the basic belief that adolescents deserve an opportunity to develop a deeper level of self-awareness to fully assess how their thoughts, feelings, and actions are impacting their current life situation. Independence Academy believes when adolescents are engaging in high-risk or problematic behaviors (i.e., substance use), a proactive intervention is a more effective approach than traditionally punitive or isolating measures. The Upper Course provides schools with an alternative to suspension for youth following substance-related offenses or it can also be used as a proactive measure for students identified as “high-risk” given their level of substance use. Referrals may be be made directly by families, schools, or treatment professionals. Program is funded by the MA Department of Public Health so there is no cost to participate. Families or school district must provide transportation.
Please contact Principal Ryan Morgan for more information: RMorgan@nrcollab.org; 508 510-4091
Substance use in the family
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Many children have a parent or another family member who is in recovery or dealing with a substance use disorder. These children benefit from support so they can positively cope with their environment and establish healthy boundaries and decision-making skills for their own future. The curriculum covers:
-Identification of feelings associated with addiction in the family
-Recognizing healthy choices and developing coping skills
-Understanding the disease model of addiction
-Effective communication skills
-Self-esteem building techniques
-Substance use prevention
-Positive relationship building
This 8-week skills and support group will be offered in-person at Gates this November/December. Please contact Lindsay Newton at lnewton@scit.org.
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Caron’s Satell Children & Teens Program supports children ages 7-17 impacted by substance use disorder in their family. This curriculum-based and skill-building program allows students to gain strength and understanding in a confidential setting from peers and provides them with the tools necessary to thrive despite challenges. The program is similar to the "Kids of Promise" program through schools. The 4-week program is virtual and will be facilitated by Caron’s Satell Program Specialists. Parent/caregiver permission is required in order for the child to participate. Cost is $25 for 4 week program; financial assistance available.
Register for virtual, live group in January: Thursdays, 6:00-7:00pm, starting January 5, 2023.
Please register directly on Caron website
Vaping Cessation
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Virtually Connected live, virtual groups are facilitated by Caron periodically.
Online Education & Support Program for Youth (self-paced):
Five self-directed online classes (30-60 minutes each) from Caron to help young person reduce and cease use. Sessions are completed online, using private account, with a certificate of completion awarded at the end. Free. Click here.
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This is Quitting
Teens and young adults may text DITCHJUUL or VapeFreeMass to 88709
To enroll in this program for teens and young adults who vape - from The Truth Initiative in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
The first messages they receive will ask for their age and product usage so that they are able to receive relevant messages. Users receive one age-appropriate message per day tailored to their enrollment date or quit date, which can be set and reset via text message. Those who are not ready to quit receive at least four weeks of messages focused on building skills and confidence. Users with a quit date receive one week of messages prior to that date and at least eight weeks of messages after their quit date. Throughout the program, users can text COPE, STRESS, SLIP or MORE to receive instant support. Upon completion of the program, users receive periodic text messages from truth® and may continue to use supportive keywords for as long as they like.
My Life, My Quit
Youth coach specialists trained to help young people by phone or text. Call or text Start My Quit to 855-891-9989 to get started. For more information or to sign up online, visit mylifemyquit.com.
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Are you a parent of a young person who vapes? Parents can text QUIT to (202) 899-7550 to sign up to receive text messages designed specifically for parents of youth who vape from The Truth Initiative. This is recommended so you know how to best support your teen.
Problematic Marijuana Use
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This 8-week skills and support group will be facilitated virtually by Caron’s Student Assistance Program.
Adolescent & Young Adult Substance Use Treatment
A comprehensive assessment by a specialist is highly recommended as a first step unless the situation requires emergency care. Understanding what level of treatment a young person may need is best determined through a comprehensive assessment by providers who specialize in adolescents and behavioral health.
Interface: Mental Health Provider Match Service
The Town of Scituate has contracted with William James College to offer the Interface Referral Service to all residents since September 2014. 283 Scituate individuals have been helped through Interface, as of November 30, 2018. The vast majority of individuals served so far have been adolescents, and most callers found out about the service through Scituate Public Schools. The service includes Scituate students who reside in Boston. We hope to make more agencies and individuals aware of this free, confidential match service through our recent redesign project. We are working with stakeholders in primary care offices and other community partners to promote Interface. Materials are now available through Scituate Public Schools Counseling, Scituate Pediatrics, Cohasset Family Practice, Scituate Social Service Department/Town Social Worker, Scituate Council on Aging, South Shore Hospital Pediatric Emergency Department, Hingham District Court and South Shore Peer Recovery Center, as well as local churches, clinician’s offices, and businesses. If you would like printed materials for your organization, please contact Annmarie Galvin at agalvin@scituatema.gov.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Intake: Call 1 888 244-6843 between 9:00am-5:00pm Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; and 8:00am-6:00pm Tuesday and Thursday. Plan for 15-20 minutes. When you call, you will speak with a Master’s Level clinician to complete a confidential intake. You will be asked for some basic contact information about yourself or your family member, such as type of insurance, your availability to meet with someone, and general information about what you are concerned about. You may make special requests, such as proximity to home, provider ability to provide remote counseling (telehealth services), or gender preference of providers.
Making a match: INTERFACE will begin to search for a match by utilizing a tailored search process to find the service you have requested. Within a few days, you can expect to hear back with an update on the status of their research.
Providing matches: Within two weeks (usually less), INTERFACE will provide the following information for one or more counselors/providers: the provider’s name, credentials, location, and phone number. You will make your first appointment directly with the counselor.
Following-Up: INTERFACE will follow up in a few weeks to see if you have been able to connect with the counselor(s), and if so, how it is going. INTERFACE is committed to supporting you until you feel you have found a successful match.
Closing a referral: Once you have found a successful match, INTERFACE will close the referral process with you. However, if you need additional support in the future for other referrals or if the match does not work out for some reason, please know that you can always call again.
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