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A Teen Substance Use Diversion Program Ages: 14–18 Date: Three full-day sessions: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Time: 9:00 am–2:00 pm Location: SAFE Office, 31 Hayward Street, Suite 2C, Franklin, MA 02038

This free online course teaches teens the dangers of substance use while helping them build wellness, communication, and critical thinking skills. In addition to being useful for all teens, this online program is a DESE-compliant alternative to school suspension for students caught with, at risk of, or suspected of substance use. ​​ Ages: 14–18 Date: Can start course on own schedule Time: Must be completed within a 6-hour timeframe once started. Location: Online

Prevention program for any youth open to learning about decision-making and building personal resiliency. Ages: 14–18 Date: First and third Wednesday of each month Time: 9:00 am–2:00 pm Location: SAFE Office, 31 Hayward Street, Suite 2C, Franklin, MA 02038

Save a Life. Carry Narcan. Narcan is a nasal spray used to revive someone experiencing an overdose from opioid pain medications like oxycodone and fentanyl, as well as street drugs like heroin. Taking a high dose or combining opioids with other substances can lead to an overdose, which can be life-threatening. Join an upcoming 20-minute SAFE Narcan training to learn how to administer this life-saving medication. The training is open to the public, and no registration is required. Attendees will: Learn how to recognize an overdose Practice administering Narcan Develop confidence in responding to an overdose Leave with two 4 mg doses of Narcan

A mock teen bedroom highlights for parents and caregivers what to look for. Date: Per request Time: Per request

How to Build Inclusive Environments to Facilitate Thriving Students, Clients, and Colleagues Through Understanding Gender Identity and Sexuality Date: Per request Time: Per request

Managed by SAFE, the diaper bank relies on community donations to provide baby supplies to families in need. ​

SAFE has a committed and multilingual staff with expertise in mental health, benefits development, sustained housing planning, and extensive experience with local and state systems of support. We are trained and certified in trauma-informed approaches and are a local leader in collaborative care. At SAFE, we are proud to have worked within judicial, housing, and state mental health programs, which increase opportunities for well-rounded care for Franklin residents. We know that when we partner and collaborate with other systems of care, those we support are afforded the greatest opportunity for success. Often, those seeking housing either lack stable support or are in a financial position that could force them to vacate their property in the near future. With ARPA funding, we are excited to implement a variety of approaches. This funding allows for one-on-one housing planning with our case manager, helping clients complete local, state, and federal paperwork associated with short- and long-term housing needs. It also provides for emergency placement when needed and access to information about available housing support and how to utilize it. ​