Helping youngsters to S.O.A.R.

Published in the May 6, 2016 edition.

WAKEFIELD — Next week there will be a new program starting in Wakefield for young adults focused on recovery, healing and support.

The S.O.A.R. Program (Substance & Opiate Awareness & Reduction) is a weekly support group led by a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

The clinician will lead discussions and work with an evidence-based curriculum focused on recovery and harm reduction.

The group will also link participants to important local and regional resources to aid in their treatment and recovery. Participants must go through an in-take process with South Bay Community Services, which will be facilitating the group (most insurances accepted).

Individuals without insurance can be assisted in obtaining Mass Health.

There will be a maximum of 15 participants and there are a few spots left.

If you are interested in learning more, please contact Meghan Hanrahan, M.A., Clinic Director, South Bay Community Services or Jill Charie, Jill.charie@wpsk12.org.

This group is a result of a collaboration among several community partners from the Wake-Up Coalition including the town of Wakefield Health Department, Wakefield Police Department Family Services, Wakefield Public Schools Alternative Program and South Bay Community Services.