Newsletters

This newsletter edition, found here, features a column by Debra McLaughlin, Coordinator of the Opioid Task Force, discussing self-care, self-help, mutual aid, and mental health as part of May Mental Health Awareness Month. This issue also features other community events, resources, announcements, and trainings.

This newsletter edition, found here, features a column by Nicole St. Hilaire, CONNECT’s Outreach Manager, discussing the importance of grit and reimagination in these complex times. This issue also features other community events, resources, announcements, and trainings.

This month’s message from the Opioid Task Force Co-Chairs, found here, features how the Opioid Task Force Co-Chairs participated in three events that showcased advocacy and our community in action. These included the April 11th Community Action Pioneer Valley Annual Meeting, the April 15th Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell’s Listening Session, and the April 18th Legislative Meeting.

This newsletter edition, found here, features a column by Karen Carmona, Program Associate, discussing the importance of child abuse prevention, how to handle if a child discloses abuse, and available resources to address it. This is part of Child Abuse Prevention Month. This issue also features other community events, resources, announcements, and trainings.

This newsletter edition, found here, features a column by Karen Carmona, Program Associate, discussing the complex topic of sexual exploitation and trafficking and available local resources to address it. This is part of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This issue also features other community events, resources, announcements, and trainings.

This month’s message from the Opioid Task Force Co-Chairs, found here, features a tribute to Jerry Lund, a stalwart member of the Task Force since it formed in 2013. Jerry unexpectedly died in February and will be deeply missed.

This newsletter edition, found here, features a column by Nicole St. Hilaire, CONNECT’s Outreach Manager, discussing the importance of celebrating Women’s History Month. This issue also features other community events, resources, announcements, and trainings.

This newsletter edition, found here, features a tribute from the OTF team about the incredible Jerry Lund, who died unexpectedly on February 23, 2025. Jerry was a dedicated member of the Opioid Task Force from the beginning. His influence was vast and his loss will be deeply felt in our community for a very long time. This issue also features other community events, resources, announcements, and trainings.

This month’s message from the Opioid Task Force Co-Chairs, found here, features reflections from the OTF Co-Chairs about the importance of staying the course in this complex political environment.

This newsletter edition, found here, features a column by Kristen Cuddy-Pease, Program Associate at the Opioid Task Force, on the importance of bracing new beginnings. This issue also features other community events, resources, announcements, and trainings.