By Catherine Workman [email protected] As a parent, it’s natural to want the best for your child. One of the most important things parents can do for their children is to teach them how to make healthy choices. However, this can be a daunting task, especially in today’s world, where unhealthy options are everywhere. Here are some …
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Ben Cort Bio: Ben Cort has been part of the recovery movement in almost every way imaginable from a recipient of services to a spokesperson to a respected professional inside of the treatment industry. Sober since 6/15/96 he has seen the devastation that substance abuse can bring first hand as well as the joy that …
Maggie Anderson, DFC Lincoln Lincoln County kids in grades 8-12 are making better decisions than even when it comes to NOT using alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana, and area youth were inspired to share the news and “grow the good” across the county. In a day-long leadership event with the Montana Institute, students were introduced to …
Ashlee Sunderman, Wibaux & McCone Ashlee conducted a Responsible Alcohol Sales & Service training session in both counties, successfully certifying 10 individuals. In Wibaux, she hosted an alcohol awareness presentation for 1st to 12th grade in honor of Alcohol Awareness Month. Additionally, Ashlee assisted Wibaux Public Schools in completing the 2024 Prevention Needs Assessment.
Mariah Friesz, Dawson Co. On April 5th & 6th, Dawson County held its annual Spring Fling event in the EPEC community center. Prevention held a booth full of information on youth marijuana and alcohol use, give aways, games and prizes! The most successful (and fun!) part of the booth was the kid’s mental health jeopardy …
Who inspires you- My kids Best gift ever given? – My family Favorite sport: Rodeo Favorite day of the year November 6th I can’t start my day until… The baby gets fed Something interesting about you – I have had 3 left knee surgeries and 2 c sections in less than 6 years. Pet Peeve …
1. Who inspires you: My boss of 10 years, Carol Smith. She is so kind, compassionate, wants what is best for our community and youth. 2. Best gift ever given? Surprise family trips to: Las Vegas & Disneyland 3. Your motto: Tomorrow is a new day, a new start to live my best life. 4. Favorite sport: Anything my kids …
Tell us about your family and fur babies: My handsome husband and I have 3 of the coolest kiddos on the planet. Our oldest is a sophomore in high school, and the two youngest are the sweetest set of “Irish twins” who will start kindergarten in the fall. We have one special doggo named Lux. What …
