Breaking the stigma — Education, Awareness, & Policy Change
Empowering Youth to Live Substance-free
Our Mission
We envision a healthy Easton where healthy choices are recognized, valued, and accessible to all. Our mission is to prevent youth substance use through education, awareness, and policy change.
Our Story
In January of 2015, Kristin Harrison- an Easton parent – lost her young niece to a heroin overdose. Like many of her peers, the path to heroin started with the early use of alcohol and marijuana. The family struggled without local resources and feared judgment within the town. Simultaneously, Easton residents were using Facebook to discuss the issue. Many public commenters were misinformed about the realities of youth substance use. Kristin began a mission to educate others, initially through a Facebook page.
Over 7 years later, Easton Wings of Hope is recognized as the official youth substance use prevention coalition in Easton. Learn how you can get involved starting today.
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Student Coalition
The Easton Wings of Hope Student Coalition empowers students in grades 6–12 to come together, support one another, and create positive change in their schools and community. Focused on youth leadership, prevention, and peer connection, the coalition gives students a voice through community projects, awareness campaigns, social media outreach, and opportunities to make a real impact.
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Coalition Projects
Meeting Schedule
How It Works
News & Events
Stay connected with EASTON WINGS OF HOPE helping to prevent youth substance use in Easton, Massachusetts.
National Drug Take Back Day
TURN IN YOUR USED OR EXPIRED MEDICATION FOR SAFE DISPOSAL SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Easton Police Department, Lothrop Street Easton Police and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft...
Kristin Harrison Nominated for 2020 Commonwealth Heroine Award
Parents, the #1 reason Easton teens avoid alcohol is because of you!
Have you seen our newest billboard on the corner of Belmont and Washington St? We know this isn’t the senior year that our students envisioned, but we are very proud of them and thank you, parents, for supporting your teens during this difficult time!
You Are Not Alone
Helpful hotlines and support resources — here whenever you need them
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline
1-800-327-5050
Parent Stress Line
1-800-632-8188
Crisis Text Line
741741
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