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This early fall has been a season of action and outreach. Our team has participated in at least five tabling events, connecting directly with the community to share vital resources and information. We’ve conducted over 200 naloxone trainings and distributions, empowering individuals to respond to opioid overdoses and save lives. Alongside that, we’ve handed out […]

Medication Take Back Day coming October 25, 2025

Naura Slivinsky… …brings over 30 years of dedicated experience to her role as Community Engagement Facilitator with The Prevention Council of Putnam. She is committed to educating, supporting, and guiding individuals and families coping with substance use disorders (SUD) and mental health challenges. Naura earned her Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University. Her journey […]

New Satellite Mental Health Clinic at Carmel High School The Prevention Council of Putnam, Carmel Central School District and Student Assistance Services Counseling Center are partnering on a new initiative to provide on-site mental health services at Carmel High School (CHS). A new full time therapist, Alexandra (Allie) Vroman, was recently hired. Currently Allie is […]

The Prevention Council of Putnam is proud to announce that we have acquired the Milton Carpenter Scholarship. Milton Carpenter’s life experiences and personal values greatly influenced the establishment and criteria of the scholarship he created. Despite facing significant challenges early in life, he managed to overcome them and achieve success through his own efforts. His […]

Town of KentPOLICE DEPARTMENT40 SYBIL’S CROSSING, KENT LAKES, NEW YORK 10512 September 18, 2023For Immediate Release Subject -Alcohol Awareness & Compliance Checks In a joint venture with -The Prevention Council of Putnam & The Carmel Communities That Care Coalition; During the months of August and September 2023 Officers from the Town of Kent Police Department […]