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

National Drug Take Back Day

TURN IN YOUR USED OR EXPIRED MEDICATION FOR SAFE DISPOSAL SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 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 by...

CADCA National Forum with OAHS Youth

CADCA National Forum with OAHS Youth

We are excited to announce that from January 30-February 3, Easton Wings of Hope and Oliver Ames High School are partnering to bring 4 youth to the CADCA National Leadership Forum. The link to apply: https://forms.gle/t8ygcqvmB2oFTqkj6 What is CADCA? Community...

Easton Wings of Hope Book Club

Easton Wings of Hope Book Club

Interested in learning more about substance use in an environment where you can discuss and debrief? Starting on Wednesday, November 17 at 6:30 p.m., join Easton Wings of Hope and Ames Free Library on Zoom for book clubs surrounding the prevention of youth substance...

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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