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Addiction Policy Forum Multilingual Guides

Addiction Policy Forum Multilingual Guides

by Makin It Happen | Jul 18, 2025 | Happening Now, Prevention, Recovery, Uncategorized

The Greater Manchester area is home to a diverse community speaking a wide array of languages. One challenge some members of this community face is the lack of resources available in their primary languages. The Addiction Policy Forum has taken the initiative and...
Anti-Stigma: enCompass Training

Anti-Stigma: enCompass Training

by Makin It Happen | May 20, 2025 | Prevention, Recovery, Recovery Ready Community

On Monday, May 19th, our Recovery Ready Communities Director facilitated the first enCompass training. This training is part of the Makin’ It Happen Anti-Stigma Initiative and is one of two evidence-informed addiction trainings. EnCompass is an 8-hour,...
$14,000 From La-Z-Boy Manchester & Fallon’s Furniture!

$14,000 From La-Z-Boy Manchester & Fallon’s Furniture!

by Makin It Happen | May 20, 2025 | Makin ’It Happen Together, Manchester, Prevention, Recovery, They Made It Happen

If you follow us on social media, you’ve probably noticed a handful of, well, I guess you could say… some interesting reels that our staff have so willingly participated in. If you haven’t, we recommend taking a look at our Instagram or Facebook to check them out!...
Makin’ It Happen Takes On NatCon 2025!

Makin’ It Happen Takes On NatCon 2025!

by Makin It Happen | May 14, 2025 | Makin ’It Happen Together, Prevention, Recovery, Recovery Ready Community, Resiliency Essentials

On May 5th, three Makin’ It Happen staff members entered the Pennsylvania Convention Center for NatCon 2025. Little did they know, they were walking into a morning keynote session that held what appeared to be hundreds of rows of chairs – every single one of them...
 Manchester’s Path to Reducing Stigma Around Substance Use Disorder 

 Manchester’s Path to Reducing Stigma Around Substance Use Disorder 

by Chris Duhaime | Dec 11, 2024 | Featured, Happening Now, Recovery, Recovery Ready Community

In January 2024, Manchester’s Mayor Jay Ruais launched an Anti-Stigma Survey developed by the Addiction Policy Forum, designed to gauge residents’ comfort levels with individuals either actively experiencing or recovering from substance use disorder. The survey...
Makin’ It Happen Team at the New England Summer School for Addiction Studies in Worchester, MA 

Makin’ It Happen Team at the New England Summer School for Addiction Studies in Worchester, MA 

by Makin It Happen | Jun 19, 2024 | Featured, Prevention, Recovery, Resiliency Essentials

Last week, the Makin’ It Happen team had the incredible opportunity to attend the New England Summer School for Addiction Studies in Worcester, Massachusetts. This four-day event, held both virtually and in person, was an enriching experience that significantly...
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Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is here to help. Remember: a crisis looks different for everyone. If you or someone you know needs support, don’t hesitate to call 988. 

By spreading the word and increasing awareness of 988, we can all play a part in suicide prevention. Spread the word and help others know that help is just a call, text, or chat away. 

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