April 2025 Drug Take Back Day
Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2025, for Drug Take Back Day! Taking place at the Needham Police Station on 88 Chestnut Street from 10AM to 2PM ET.
Social Host: What Parents Need to Know to Keep Youth Safe and Substance-free
Join us on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 and learn about the Massachusetts Social Host Law and what your rights and responsibilities are as a parent of children under 21. Leave here with tools and strategies for talking with your child including managing your child’s expectations and practical skills to navigate underage drinking.
Conversations with Your Middle Schooler: Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Talk About Substance Use
Parents & Caregivers of 5th-8th graders - Join us for a 3-part series that will prepare you and connect you with other parents.
SPAN Winter Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, for a presentation of the 2024 SPAN Parent Survey data by Dr. Scott Formica, PhD, of Social Science Research & Evaluation, Inc. followed by a community discussion.
October 2024 Drug Take Back Day
Join us on Saturday, October 26, 2024 for Drug Take Back Day! Taking place at the Needham Police Station on 88 Chestnut Street from 10AM to 2PM ET.
2024 SPAN Fall Meeting
Please join us on Wednesday, October 23, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm for the SPAN Fall Meeting. We look forward to sharing the 2023 Metro West Adolescent Health Survey data followed by a community discussion. Your voice matters and we hope you can join us as we review the data and gather input from the community. Registration link in the bio! https://buff.ly/3XtjFek.
Notice of Public Hearing - Nicotine-Free Generation
The Nicotine Free Generation is a community policy option that would phase out the sale of nicotine products to future generations of young people. The Needham Board of Health is accepting input from the community at a public hearing during their September 5 meeting. There are several options for expressing support on this topic, via letters of support or speaking at the September 5 hearing.
International Overdose Awareness Day 2024
Join us on Thursday, August 29, for Needham's 3rd annual Overdose Awareness Day. It will be a day to: 💜 remember those affected by the opioid epidemic 💜 recognize that this epidemic can affect anyone 💜 renew our sense of hope as we head into National Recovery Month.
April 2024 Drug Take Back Day
Join us on Saturday, April 27th, from 10am to 2pm ET, at the Needham Police Station.
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
Needham Parent Survey - Anonymous!
Are you the parent or guardian of a 6-12th grader attending school in Needham? The Substance Prevention Alliance of Needham (SPAN) in collaboration with the Needham Public Health Division wants to learn more about your beliefs and perceptions regarding underage drinking and substance use and misuse among youth. Your feedback is anonymous!
Edibles, Vapes & Spiked Seltzers: Tips for talking with your teens about drugs & alcohol in today’s world
Join us on May 14 to listen to Dr. Safdar Medina talk about "Edibles, Vapes & Spiked Seltzers: Tips for talking with your teens about drugs & alcohol in today's world" - It's an event you won't want to miss!
FREE TIPS Training on February 5th
This training is open to employees of Needham businesses with an alcohol license. Contact us at span@needhamma.gov to register by Thursday, February 1.
Sober Curious? Here are 4 articles that will help you navigate the holiday season if you're not drinking!
Read more to find out how you can navigate the holidays in 2023!
October 2023 Take Back Day
Join us on Saturday, October 28th, from 10am to 2pm ET, at the Needham Police Station.
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
April 2023 Take Back Day
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 22, 2023 – 10AM to 2PM. Join us!
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day happens at least once a year and it aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.