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Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center And Makin’ It Happen Team Up For Prevention!

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center And Makin’ It Happen Team Up For Prevention!

by Makin It Happen | Aug 12, 2024 | Featured, Makin’ It Happen in the 603

Collaboration, strengthening communities, and sharing resources … OH MY!  In May, Makin’ It Happen’s, Mary, Kay, and Ashley, had the opportunity to upholster the meaning of these three aspects. After our participation in Auburn Village School’s Project Safeguard...
Makin’ It Happen At National Night Out 2024!

Makin’ It Happen At National Night Out 2024!

by Makin It Happen | Aug 7, 2024 | Featured, Makin’ It Happen in the 603

Last night, staff members from Makin’ It Happen attended the annual National Night Out events at Manchester and for the first time, Hooksett. In total, we provided  a FREE hydration stations and distributed over 200 full sized water bottles! We had so much fun...
Makin’ It Happen travels to Dover, NH

Makin’ It Happen travels to Dover, NH

by Makin It Happen | Jul 18, 2024 | Featured, Prevention

In early July, two dedicated team members from Makin’ It Happen’s Community Impact Focus Area, Tracy and Ashley, attended the Dover Youth 2 Youth’s Adult Advisor Training in Dover, NH. This event brought together passionate youth advisors from across...
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...
Wellness On Wheels 2024 Summer Kickoff!

Wellness On Wheels 2024 Summer Kickoff!

by Makin It Happen | May 29, 2024 | Featured, Makin’ It Happen in the 603

Yesterday marked the start of our Wellness On Wheels events for the summer season at Gossler Park Elementary School! The afternoon included many of our partners who instilled access to resources and information regarding health and wellness for Manchester residents....
Goffstown High School Takes Action!

Goffstown High School Takes Action!

by Makin It Happen | May 29, 2024 | Featured, Makin’ It Happen in the 603

Goffstown High School has taken a tremendous lead in instilling the essence of making an impact on the community! Within this past school year, students have conducted various powerful initiatives for the betterment of those who are experiencing hardships. Junior,...

U.S. DHHS Launches 2024 National Strategy For Suicide Prevention

by Makin It Happen | May 29, 2024 | Featured, Prevention

On April 23, 20224, President Biden, in collaboration with the United States Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) launched the comprehensive 2024 National Strategy For Suicide Prevention! This 10-year plan works to minimize the gaps within suicide prevention...
One Drug Takeback Day, 2 Locations!

One Drug Takeback Day, 2 Locations!

by Makin It Happen | May 29, 2024 | Featured, Hooksett, Makin’ It Happen in the 603, Manchester

On Saturday, April 27, the biannual national event, DEA Prescription Drug Takeback Day took place to support the safe disposal of unneeded medications. Makin’ It Happen was ecstatic to witness and contribute to the success at two drop-off locations this year, with...
Empowering Prevention: Insights from the 2024 Alcohol Misuse Prevention Conference 

Empowering Prevention: Insights from the 2024 Alcohol Misuse Prevention Conference 

by Makin It Happen | Apr 29, 2024 | Featured, Happening Now, Prevention

Tracy and Ashley, dedicated members of the Makin’ It Happen team, recently embarked on a mission to delve into the complexities of alcohol misuse prevention among emerging adults. Their journey led them to the vibrant setting of the 2024 Alcohol Misuse...
Hillsborough-North SIM Workshop Provides A Roadmap For The Future!

Hillsborough-North SIM Workshop Provides A Roadmap For The Future!

by Makin It Happen | Apr 29, 2024 | Featured, Recovery Ready Community

Due to the success of Hillsborough County-Northern Judicial District Sequential Intercept Model Mapping Workshop (SIM), results from the collaboration of participants from law enforcement, courts, public health nonprofit organizations, and healthcare providers have...
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