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In Crisis? Call 211 - Fairfield CARES brings together citizens, educators and leaders from the Community in a Coalition focused on substance abuse prevention.

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Fairfield CARES stands with our community in recognizing this history and the ongoing work of building a more just and equitable world for everyone.

#FairfieldCARES #Juneteenth #FairfieldCT #JuneteenthDay

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We recognize Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates the resilience, culture, and freedom of Black Americans.

It's a day worth pausing for. Worth learning from. Worth honoring with intention.
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Find your outside this month. Even a little goes a long way. https://t.co/MY7ZGcLIFV

#FairfieldCARES #GreatOutdoorsMonth #GetOutside #FairfieldCT #MentalWellness

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Time outside lowers cortisol, quiets a busy mind, and reminds you that the world is bigger than whatever is weighing on you today. A trail, a park, a backyard, it doesn't have to be dramatic to make a difference.

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Talking with your teen now, before they're in a situation where that underdeveloped judgment is being tested, really does make a difference. https://t.co/NknDdfPkTO

#FairfieldCARES #TeenBrainDevelopment #SubstancePrevention #FairfieldCT #ParentingTeens

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Did you know the part of the brain responsible for impulse control and good judgment is the last part to fully develop? For teens, that's still years away.
Alcohol, nicotine & drugs can disrupt a developing brain in ways that are harder to reverse the younger someone starts.

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You've worked hard to get your family to this moment. Knowing the law before you celebrate is a small thing that makes a big difference. https://t.co/bTpftSqAQR

#FairfieldCARES #SocialHostLaw #FairfieldCT #GraduationSeason #ParentingTeens

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Graduation season is one of the best times of year. Proud families, big milestones, and a lot of celebrating. If you're hosting a party this spring, this is just a friendly reminder about something important.
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CT’s Social Host Law makes it illegal to provide alcohol or cannabis to anyone under 21, and property owners can be held responsible even if they didn't know substances were present. Fines, potential jail time, and civil liability are all on the table if something goes wrong.

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It's a conversation worth having before your teen is in a situation where they have to make that call on their own. https://t.co/Umivf4Whyx

#FairfieldCARES #CannabisAwareness #FairfieldCT #TalkToYourTeen #ParentingTeens

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Here's something worth knowing if you have a teen at home. The cannabis available today is not what was around 20 years ago. THC levels have more than tripled, and a developing brain is especially vulnerable to those effects.

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Early use has been linked to memory problems, trouble learning, and a higher risk for anxiety and psychosis. And some of those effects don't fully reverse, even after stopping.

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Food trucks, mini golf, mechanical bull rides, and good people. Friday, June 5th from 6:30pm to 9pm at the Bigelow Center for Senior Activities, 100 Mona Terrace.

Come hang out. Summer starts here. https://t.co/FA46QW9VKS

#FairfieldCARES #FairfieldCT #LightsLyricsAndLaughs

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Summer isn't officially here yet, but this is a pretty good way to start it. Lights, Lyrics, and Laughs is a free kickoff to summer event for students in grades 9 through 12, put together by the Fairfield Town Youth Council.
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#FairfieldTeens #KickoffToSummer

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Real smiles come from real connection and real support. That moment when someone says something that makes you laugh. When you feel seen. When you're with people who get you.

#FairfieldCARES #NationalSmileDay #MentalHealthMatters

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Smiling does something powerful. It connects us. When you smile at someone, they usually smile back. That small exchange reminds both of you that you're not alone.

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Keep having those conversations. Stay involved. They're listening.

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#FairfieldCARES #UnderageDrinking

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Your teen's brain is incredible. It's still growing, learning, and building connections until their mid-20s. That means the choices they make right now are actively shaping who they become. And the good news? You have more influence than you think.
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It reduces stress, reminds you you're not alone, and helps you realize other people are going through it too.

When we look out for each other, more good days become possible for everyone. https://t.co/7sMW9EEbva

#FairfieldCARES #ConnectionMatters #MentalHealthMonth

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Connection is protection. You don't have to carry the weight of hard days by yourself. And neither do the people you care about. Even small moments of connection make a difference. A text. A coffee. A walk. A quick call.
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