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by Makin It Happen | Sep 24, 2025

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Makin’ It Happen is on a mission! . . . to create a coordinated response among individuals, organizations, businesses, and communities to promote behaviors that measurably improve the overall health and well-being of our youth, families, and communities with a focus on alcohol, tobacco, and other drug prevention and mental wellness.

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Last month, the billboard on the corner of Queen C

Last month, the billboard on the corner of Queen City Ave has been all about Heidi 😎
Heidi is a daughter, neighbor, friend, and in recovery.

Break the stigma. Let’s talk about it.

#RecoveryReady #MakinItHappen # #EndTheStigma #RecoveryIsPossible #BreakTheStigma #MentalHealthAwareness #SupportAndRecovery

We don't do that here... person-first language hel

We don't do that here... person-first language helps curb stigma!
Here are some non-stigmatizing language swaps you can use:
Junkie ➡️ Person in recovery
Alcoholic ➡️ Person with alcohol use disorder
Addict ➡️ Person in active use
Abuse ➡️ Use, Misuse

Read more swaps here:
https://mentalhealthfirstaid.org/news/use-person-first-language-to-reduce-stigma/

#PersonFirstLanguage #EndStigma #SubstanceUseDisorder #LanguageMatters #AntiStigma
#PreventionWorks #RecoveryReady

Check out our February YW&PC spotlight: @tyc.TheYo

Check out our February YW&PC spotlight: @tyc.TheYouthComplex !

The Youth Complex is a youth-led nonprofit building safe, welcoming spaces where young people grow, lead, and belong. Through one-on-one mentoring, leadership development, creative expression, and resource access, we connect youth and families to real opportunities and supportive adults. Their programs center respect, accountability, and community, helping every young person discover their voice and step confidently into their future.

#YouthEmpowerment #YouthDevelopment #YouthPrograms #ManchesterNH #TheYouthComplex #PreventionWords #EmpowerYouth #YWPC

A reminder this #NEDAW 🤍 Take care of yourself, be

A reminder this #NEDAW 🤍
Take care of yourself, be mindful, and of course enjoy the beautiful and complex journey of life.

@neda
#WellnessJourney #SelfCare #NEDA

#EveryBodyMatters 🤍 @neda #NEDA #EatingDisorderAwa

#EveryBodyMatters 🤍
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#NEDA #EatingDisorderAwareness #DietCulture

Starah, a Manchester Central Highschool student sa

Starah, a Manchester Central Highschool student says that this year's phone ban is surprisingly... working! 🤔

Tune in to Season 2 Episode 1 of Life of a Teen to hear more about the student's perspectives on this year's bell to bell phone ban!

Listen on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music/ Audible, or watch on Vimeo! Link in our bio. 🔗

#ManchesterStudents #PhoneBan #TeenVoices #LifeOfATeen #Educateengageempower #PreventionWorks

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