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What can I do?
If you're a parent or caregiver, keep talking to the young people in your life. Check out our Coalition pages to learn about the "Talk, They Hear You" campaign and click here for some tips for talking to teens.
If you have unneeded prescription at home, click here to find a safe place to dispose of them. "
Students grades 7-12 can join groups like Levittown Youth, or be a MTAC Youth Ambassadors to raise awareness of youth issues and help create positive change.
If you're a young adult, 15 - 25 and would like to change the path you're on, contact our Bridges program.
Remember that...
Prevention is the Best Intervention!
Did you know...
Prevention events and programs over the years.
Meet the Prevention staff!
CORINNE ALBA
One of Corinne's many hats is heading up the Prevention department.
"I truly love being part of teamwork that brings schools, local leaders, organizations, and community partners together who all share the same passion and commitment to create a lasting impact for youth, families, and our community. Real change can only happen when we all work together!!!!"
Rooted in our community since 1977
YES Community Counseling Center
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Our mission is to help increase awareness about personal and community issues, prevent and treat substance misuse, and promote healthy families and a safe community. We assist young people, adults, and families in our effort to enable them to develop to their potential.
Our Spring Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, April 25th. Click here for more details.
"Every prescription drug turned in represents one less opportunity for tragedy and one more act of protection for our families and neighborhoods.”
Check out our Spring Newsletter to see some of the good work YES has been doing in our community.
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Click the picture, then click "Go to link" in the pop-up.
On April 8th, Frank Tarentino, Associate Chief of Operations for the DEA spoke at the launch of “Talk It Out,” a comprehensive cannabis education campaign aimed at equipping parents and caregivers with knowledge, empowering youth, and strengthening community partnerships throughout Nassau County. To learn more about the Talk It Out Campaign, click here to visit our Community Coalitions page.
Programs and Services
All community members in need of assistance will reach one of our dedicated and qualified health professionals. At YES we will ensure person-centered and trauma-informed care, regardless of income or insurance status, care-coordination with outside providers/supports and more. Contact YES today to schedule an appointment.
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Commerce Plaza
The Children's Business Center for Tomorrows Leaders
A simulated business community for Long Island students that allows them to apply life skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, effective communication, and teamwork. The goal of Commerce Plaza is to provide Long Island students with an immersive business experience to prepare them for the real-world workforce.
YES Community Counseling Center is an Accredited Charity Seal Holder of the Better Business Bureau, which indicates that our organization has met the 20 standards for Charity Accountability. To see our BBB Charity Report, click here.
For more information about the Standards, please visit the BBB Wise Giving Alliance at give.org.