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.

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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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of kids who learn about the risks of drugs are less likely to use.
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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

Get to know the community coalitions that make up CMSAPC. These dedicated groups share in our mission and work to craft prevention strategies suited to their community’s unique needs.

Ashland

Hudson

Marlborough

Natick

Northborough

Southborough

Westborough

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Youth Substance Use
Prevention Resources

Want to make a real impact? Our resources are your playbook for building healthier habits for community youth and your family.

Community Events

View our Events Calendar to stay informed about workshops, training sessions, and wellness activities happening across Central MetroWest.

Latest Past Events

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Calling all members of the Westborough, MA community! 👋

Meet The Westborough Coalition: Westborough Connects is a proud partner of the Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative (CMSAPC).

Westborough Connects strives to prevent youth substance misuse by fostering kindness, connection, resilience, and inclusion. Westborough Connects works with the Westborough Public Health Department to support education, programs and resources around substance use and mental health.

Swipe through the slides to learn more about their initiatives, impact, and more ➡️

Have questions or want to get involved? Westborough would love to hear from you! Contact:
Westborough Public Health Department
mgoncalves@westboroughma.gov
34 Main Street, Westborough Town Hall,
Westborough, MA 01581
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Calling all members of the Southborough, MA community! 👋

Meet The Southborough Coalition: The Southborough Encompass Coalition is a proud member of the Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative (CMSAPC).

This initiative is committed to preventing and reducing youth substance misuse in Southborough by supporting the health and wellness of residents, fostering community connections, and addressing the environmental factors that contribute to substance use.

Swipe through the slides to learn more about their initiatives, impact, and more ➡️

Have questions or want to get involved? Southborough would love to hear from you!
Contact:
ebrideau@southboroughma.gov
508-481-5676, ext. 3
17 Common Street
Southborough, MA 01772
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Calling all members of the Northborough, MA community! 👋

Meet The Northborough Coalition: Encompass, Northborough’s community coalition, is a proud member of the Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative (CMSAPC).

This initiative is dedicated to preventing and reducing youth substance misuse across Northborough by fostering community involvement, delivering education, and creating policy changes that support a healthier, thriving environment for everyone.

Swipe through the slides to learn more about their initiatives, impact, and more ➡️

Have questions or want to get involved? Northborough would love to hear from you! Contact:
eflavin@town.northborough.ma.us
508-504-1770
63 Main Street
Northborough, MA 01532
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