Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative
Uniting communities through connection and collaboration to prevent youth substance use and misuse, foster a culture of wellness, and ensure every young person has the support they need to thrive.
You may think everyone is doing it, BUT…
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of youth haven’t vaped or used alcohol in the last 30 days
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of youth haven’t used cannabis in the last 30 days.
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of students report having a supportive adult in their lives.
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Uniting Communities through Connection & Collaboration
Whether you’re a parent or caregiver, or youth looking for guidance, an educator seeking resources, or a community member eager to create change, CMSAPC brings seven communities together to build a healthier, united region.
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Support for parents, caregivers, and youth
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Educational resources for educators
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Community health and prevention programs
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Opportunities to lead local change
Explore Our Local Coalitions
Ashland
Hudson
Marlborough
Natick
Northborough
Southborough
Westborough
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Youth Substance Use Prevention Resources
Community Events
View our Events Calendar to stay informed about workshops, training sessions, and wellness activities happening across Central MetroWest.
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Here are some clips from our recent Recovery Roundtable with WMCT-TV!
We sat down to talk about the importance of early conversations between parents and kids when it comes to cannabis and substance use. Prevention truly starts at home.
Want to see the full conversation? ➡️ Check out the full interview now on WMCT-TV’s YouTube, Spotify, and Facebook channels.
Thank you to WMCT-TV for producing and sharing this important content.
We’re proud to share this recent WMCT-TV interview featuring our coordinator, Mike, highlighting the work of the Central MetroWest Substance Abuse Prevention Collaborative (CMSAPC).
In the conversation, Mike explains how our seven-community coalition is working together to support parents and caregivers with the tools they need to talk with youth about cannabis.
From conversation tips to evidence-based facts, our campaign is designed to make those tough conversations a little easier—and a lot more effective.
Watch the full interview here ⬇️ and please consider sharing with your friends so we can reach even more viewers. Thanks for tuning in!
Whether it’s a hiking trail, a coffee shop, or a favorite bench in the park—every town has its hidden gems.
👣 Where do you and your family like to go to relax, recharge, or just be together?
💬 Drop your go-to local spot in the comments! You might inspire another family to try something new this week. Bonus points if you share a photo!
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