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30 Days of Remembrance: Ashley
Meeting Ashley was probably the best thing that has happened to me. She taught me many lessons that I ignored and later regretted...

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Aug 14, 20232 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Whitney
Submitted by Jessica Hutchings For multiple years I had the absolute privilege of working with Whitney through the Face2Face Program....

Kids Escaping Drugs
Aug 14, 20233 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Philly
My brother was an incredible person. Philly graduated from North Tonawanda High School and could safely say he enjoyed his high school...

Kids Escaping Drugs
Aug 14, 20232 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Ryan
December 1st, 1988 my nephew Ryan was born. He was such a cute baby and we all fell in love with him instantly as he brought so much to...

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Aug 14, 20234 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Jesse
My brother Jesse was a sensitive soul with a kind heart and an incredible sense of humor. He loved animals, especially his dog Cleo. He...

Kids Escaping Drugs
Aug 11, 20231 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Zach
Zach was a quiet, well-mannered little boy who never got into any mischief. From a very early age, maybe 7 or so, Zach loved his music....

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Aug 11, 20232 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Melissa
Melissa Ann Dobiesz. We hear her name and we are filled with so much love and beautiful memories. Melissa was called so many different...

Kids Escaping Drugs
Aug 11, 20235 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Michael
From a very young age, Michael was bright, sensitive, independent, with a dry sense of humor. At five years old, he could carry on a full...

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Aug 10, 20232 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Scott
Scott Giovino was born in Plano Texas, October 8,1982 and passed away March 7, 2020. Scotty cherished his relationships with his Mom, his...

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Aug 9, 20233 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Cameron
Cameron was a compassionate young man with a lot of love to give. He lost his life at the age of 23 to the disease of addiction. Cameron...

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Aug 6, 20231 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Felicia
Felicia was one of the most loving, courageous, big-hearted, and beautiful girls I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing! She accomplished...

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Aug 4, 20232 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Chad
Chad M. Virginia, 44, of Baldwinsville, NY passed away on July 31, 2021. Chad was born in Syracuse, NY on June 29, 1977 to William and...

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Aug 1, 20232 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Michael P
Submitted by Michael's Aunt Autumn "Michael was a person with many hobbies and interests. He must have had his hands in everything twice....

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Aug 1, 20231 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Alex
"Our beloved Alex is missed every minute of every day. He had a wonderful presence about him. He was tall and thin, handsome,...

Kids Escaping Drugs
Aug 1, 20233 min read
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30 Days of Remembrance: Marlee
Marlee is my younger sister. We were very close and she was my best friend. She had SO many friends and was well liked by everyone. She...

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Jul 31, 20233 min read
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Can mental health play a role in substance use disorders?
Mental health and addiction are often related. Many people who struggle with addiction also have co-occurring mental health conditions,...

Kids Escaping Drugs
Apr 3, 20231 min read
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Williamsville Schools discuss how social media exposes kids to vaping, drugs & mental health issues.
March 21st, 2023 Our Face2Face Program Specialists not only meet with schools and youth but provide essential information to adults and...

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Mar 21, 20231 min read
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Best Websites for Substance Use Education
There are several major websites for drug information and statistics, including: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) - NIDA provides...

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Mar 14, 20231 min read
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How Young is Too Young to Talk About Drugs?
The truth is, it's never too young to start preparing children with the skills and knowledge to face difficult situations. Our...

Kids Escaping Drugs
Feb 28, 20232 min read
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How Can You Help a Friend Struggling with Addiction?
If a teen has a friend who is struggling with addiction, it can be a difficult and challenging situation. Here are some steps that teens...

Kids Escaping Drugs
Feb 27, 20232 min read
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