Community Events

We all play a part as a community to protect our youth. It is everyone’s responsibility to encourage & empower them to make healthy choices.

Wed. April 30, 2025
6-7:30pm

Overdose Education & Naloxone (Narcan) Training

Free overdose education & naloxone training by Town of Wethersfield Social, Youth and Senior Services. Presented by Carissa Peckrul, Prevention Coordinator. Virtual training and free Narcan & harm reduction supplies. Event is located virtually and link will be sent upon registration. Registration required, limited spaces. Visit https://forms.gle/3uQrSmLY8pyawecR7 to register, or email questions to carissa.peckrul@wethersfieldct.gov

Mon. May 19, 2025
3:30-5:00pm

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Training

QPR Training for WeHOPE Youth Coalition Members:

The QPR Institute’s mission is to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training. We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know. The training is for the WeHOPE Youth Coalition or Wethersfield High School students and will be held virtually. The training will be from 3:30pm-5:00pm and will include certification in QPR. Training provided by Carissa Peckrul, Prevention Coordinator.

Every other Monday

The WeHOPE Youth Coalition meets at Wethersfield High School in Room 14E

Students of WHS: Come join us to further prevention initiatives throughout the community, earn service hours, and more!

Current dates for the 2024-2025 school year- April 28, May 12, June 2. Register to be part of the WeHOPE Youth Coalition here: https://forms.gle/DCn13hcU3QsqTVZX8

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