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Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Chad Hollister & Premo perform in the Franklin TV Studio (video)

Jim Derick, SAFE Coalition, welcomes Chad Hollister and Premo to the Studio for live performances along with a conversation.

Chad Hollister & Premo perform in the Franklin TV Studio (video)

Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXY5gQTcnpw

For more about Chad Hollister and his band visit -> https://chadmusic.com/

Saturday, July 12, 2025

BEEP BEEP! The SAFE Coalition Mobile Outreach Van HAS ARRIVED!

BEEP BEEP!

BEEP BEEP! The SAFE Coalition
Mobile Outreach Van HAS ARRIVED!

The @safecoalition Mobile Outreach Van HAS ARRIVED!

❤️🙌🏻 WE ARE SO THANKFUL TO @vendetti_motors and @xpressionprints for making this purchase and wrap as easy (and exciting) as possible!

✨Stay tuned for up-to-date programming we will be using this van for..and if you see us in the road, we love to wave!

Thank you too to our amazing supporters of this program! @bankbluestone

Bingham Trust

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Monday, July 7, 2025

SAFE Coalition schedules Teen Mentorship program for Norfolk, Plainville, and Wrentham students

Would your teen benefit from safe, judgment-free meetings to build resiliency and learn life skills?

SAFE Coalition schedules Teen Mentorship
program for Norfolk, Plainville,
and Wrentham students

Enroll them today in SAFE & @healthykpcoalition's Teen Mentorship Program for Norfolk, Plainville, and Wrentham students!

Details:
• Ages: 14–18
• Dates: Tuesdays, July 8–August 12
• Times: Middle schoolers 2–3 p.m. | High schoolers 3–4 p.m.
• Location: Bumblebee Farm (461 Hancock St, Wrentham) 🐝
• Cost: Free! (snacks provided)

Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/safeKP

This evidence-based mentorship program helps teens 💪 build resiliency, develop responsible decision-making skills, and establish healthy relationships.

Participants will:
• Set personal goals and reflect on decision-making
• Experience substance use awareness activities (including Fatal Vision goggles)
• Learn stress management and relationship-building skills
• Build strategies for handling challenges
• Strengthen confidence and resiliency
• Enjoy games, snacks, and more!

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Thursday, June 5, 2025

SAFE works with Vizionara to develop a business case to help bridge gaps in care and programming

SAFE works with Vizionara to develop a business case
to help bridge gaps in care and programming

We are incredibly grateful to have partnered with the AMAZING team at Vizionara to develop a business case to help us bridge gaps in care and programming in Massachusetts and grow our service area to be more accessible for those in need!

Vizionara, a leading women-owned technology and consulting firm, did this work as part of their Vizionara Gives Back program, which allows them to apply their business savvy to supporting causes that matter to their team.

A HUGE thank you to Kim Rader and Denise Keller, who went above and beyond to strategically consult SAFE on project planning, data analysis, research, and more.

We can’t wait for you to see the positive impact this collaboration will have on individuals and families impacted by substance use disorder, mental health challenges, and related concerns!

Learn more about Vizionara Gives Back: https://vizionara.com/causes-and-partnerships/

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For more about SAFE Coalition visit their page -> https://www.safecoalitionma.org/

Monday, June 2, 2025

Narcan training via the SAFE Coalition June 4 & June 5

Get trained in how to administer Narcan at one of our upcoming sessions! This training is free and open to the public.

Attendees will:
➡ Learn how to recognize an overdose
➡ Practice administering Narcan
➡ Develop confidence in responding to an overdose

Wednesday, June 4
• 10–11 a.m. Norfolk Public Library

Thursday, June 5
• 10–11 a.m. Medway Public Library
• 1–2 p.m. Fiske Public Library (Wrentham)

See all our upcoming trainings or request training for you or a group: safecoalitionma.org/narcan-training

Supported by Medway, Norfolk, and Wrentham Opioid Abatement Funds

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Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Franklin Resident to Attempt Record-Breaking Ultra Trail Run to Support SAFE Coalition

Franklin resident James Flannery will attempt a record-breaking 100-mile run across the northernmost leg of the Appalachian Trail on June 20, 2025, to raise awareness and support for mental health. Fundraising proceeds will support Franklin area nonprofit SAFE Coalition.

“The goal for me is to make it end to end, raise money for SAFE, and have a good day,” says Flannery.

James Flannery

Known as the “Hundred-Mile Wilderness,” the leg runs from Monson to Abol Bridge in Maine and is considered the most remote and rugged part of the entire Appalachian Trail with a total elevation gain of 18,000 feet. The trail often takes hikers 8–12 days to complete. Flannery plans to traverse it in under 30 hours.

“It’s about stepping into the unknown,” Flannery says of why he’s drawn to the challenges of distance trail running. “I like not knowing how my mind and body are going to respond. You get to the second 50 miles, that part you’ve never done before, and you think, ‘This is new, this is fun.’ I could definitely go out for a 30-mile run with friends and it would be a good time. But there’s no mystery, no butterflies in my stomach. The unknown is what does it for me.”

What he calls his “B-goal” is to achieve a Fastest Known Time, or FKT, on the course. The current FKT for the Hundred-Mile Trail is 29.5 hours nonstop. “If I have a remarkable day, an FKT might be a cherry on top,” he says.

Adding to the challenge, Flannery is planning a rare southbound route, taking him across the trail's highest elevation gains in the second half of the race. “The first 50 [miles] will be kind of casual,” he says, laughing. “Then, I’ll have enough in the tank to do the mountainous sections. That’s more exciting for me.”

An active trail hiker, trail runner, and ultramarathoner, Flannery has “yoyo hiked” the 272-mile Long Trail in Vermont, summited 14,000-foot peaks in Colorado, and hiked the Hundred Mile Wilderness route.

“I used to take longer trips, but I don’t have the time to take one to two months here and there anymore,” Flannery says. “Trail running packs the same bit of adventure into just one to two days.”

Beyond the personal challenge, Flannery is committed to raising mental health awareness and increasing access to resources. As such, he chose to fundraise for SAFE’s support services like teen programming, support groups, one-on-one counseling, and more, which are all available at no cost.

Franklin Resident to Attempt Record-Breaking Ultra Trail Run to Support SAFE Coalition

Flannery knows of SAFE’s work from the support his loved ones have received. “As someone who has struggled with mental health at times myself, I can definitely see why SAFE’s work is helpful to folks,” says Flannery. “I am inspired to help the cause, and I don’t have a ton of money to donate. But I can do this adventure run and raise money, and I hope it will be as helpful.”

Knowing his love of nature often buoys him, his route will put him at the summit at daybreak to watch the sun rise over Mt. Katahdin before he faces the final 50 miles of his journey. “This way, I’ll be hitting the mountains, maybe struggling, and the sun will be breaking on the horizon,” he says. “It should be enough to keep me going.”

Learn more about James Flannery’s run and cheer him on at https://www.safecoalitionma.org/100run or text 100run to 50155. SAFE can be contacted at info@safecoalitionma.org or (508) 488-8105.

Friday, May 23, 2025

We’d love your input on community needs related to substance use & mental health

Dear SAFE community,

We want to hear from you!

We're collecting input on the opioid crisis in Massachusetts and how to address it. Your crucial feedback informs us on the needs of the community and helps SAFE provide direct support related to mental health and substance use—all at no cost!

Take the survey

Any identifying information provided to SAFE on this survey will be kept confidential.

Thank you for your time and for helping us make a difference!

Warmly,

SAFE

Saturday, May 17, 2025

SAFE Coalition: We did it! Gala reaches fundraising goal!

Dark green geometric background with gold cloud embellishments and info for 3rd Annual SAFE gala

WE DID IT!

SAFE Gala raises $200,000

Image credit: Vicario Studio.

Dear SAFE family and friends,

We have incredible news to share:

Thanks to your generosity and support, we've officially reached our 3rd Annual Gala fundraising goal of $200,000!

Your belief in our mission allows our mental health, substance use, and peer programs to stay local, in-person, and at no cost to anyone seeking support. Every dollar raised translates directly into healing, hope, and support for our community.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this work possible.

With deepest gratitude,

Jen Levine and Jim Derick

A special thank you to our sponsors & in-kind donors for making this event a success!

Champion Sponsors

Advocate Sponsors

Ally Sponsors

In-kind Donors

Our Contact Information

SAFE Coalition
31 Hayward St., Suite 2C
Franklin, MA 02038-0434
508-488-8105
http://www.safecoalitionma.org

DONATE

Sunday, May 11, 2025

Franklin TV: The SAFE Gala (video)

A Heartfelt Night to Remember.

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 05/11/2025

The SAFE Coalition is a judgement–free community organization relentlessly committed to educating and supporting those affected by substance use disorder and mental health concerns all across southeastern Massachusetts.

On Thursday evening Franklin.TV covered their Gala event live on cable channels Comcast 6, Verizon 26, and streaming on YouTube.

This is how We Amplify the Public Good. Congrats to SAFE for a great evening