Hazel Pittman Center

Would Narcan be available if it happened nearby?

Since May 1, 2026, there have been 18 suspected overdoses in Chester County, with naloxone administered 17 times.

Those numbers are a reminder that overdose emergencies can happen in any community—and that having Narcan available can make a difference while emergency responders are on the way.

Hazel Pittman Center is providing free Narcan and brief training to help community members be prepared.

📍 Great Falls Fire Department, Great Falls, SC
📅 June 17, 2026
⏰ 3 PM – 5 PM
No cost. No appointment needed.
Be prepared. Know how to respond.

Would Narcan be available if it happened nearby?

Since May 1, 2026, there have been 18 suspected overdoses in Chester County, with naloxone administered 17 times.

Those numbers are a reminder that overdose emergencies can happen in any community—and that having Narcan available can make a difference while emergency responders are on the way.

Hazel Pittman Center is providing free Narcan and brief training to help community members be prepared.

📍 Aquatics Center
📅 June 13, 2026
⏰ 10 AM – 1 PM

No cost. No appointment needed.

Be prepared. Know how to respond.

🏆 And the winner is... Chester High School!

Congratulations to the students, staff, and supporters of Chester High School for bringing the most people into the Prevent the Next First Use movement.

Challenge Impact

🏆 Chester High School
👍 80 Likes | 🔄 14 Shares | 👀 10.3K Views

📣 Great Falls High School
👍 74 Likes | 🔄 23 Shares | 👀 1,702 Views

Together, these student-created messages generated more than 12,000 impressions, amplifying youth voices and encouraging conversations about healthy choices and substance use prevention throughout our community.

The challenge may be over, but the movement continues.

There’s still time to join the movement.

Students across Chester have been using their voices to encourage healthy choices, prevent substance use, and inspire others to protect their future through the Prevent the Next First Use Youth Challenge.

Now we’re asking the community to show their support one last time.

👉 Visit your school’s page to watch the student videos, then LIKE or SHARE to pledge your commitment to Prevent the Next First Use.

Every view, like, and share helps spread the message—and helps your school make an impact before May 29.

You matter.

Your future, your goals, your health, and your choices all matter.

Substance use can affect more than just one moment—it can impact confidence, relationships, opportunities, and the future you’re working toward.

Protecting your future starts with recognizing your worth and making healthy choices that support the life you want for yourself.

Your future is worth protecting.

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026. As we enjoy the holiday weekend, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

Confidence isn’t doing what everyone else is doing.

It’s being comfortable making your own choices—even when there’s pressure to fit in.

Real confidence means protecting your future, trusting yourself, and making healthy decisions that support your goals instead of putting them at risk.

Preventing substance use starts with confidence, connection, and knowing your worth.

Parent University: Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month is an important time to recognize the impact mental health has on our emotional, social, physical, and academic well-being.

It helps bring awareness to the importance of caring for our minds just as we care for our physical health. By acknowledging Mental Health Awareness Month, we create opportunities to reduce stigma, encourage open conversations, and connect families and communities with valuable resources and support.

Recognizing mental health strengthens our commitment to supporting children, parents, and the community, and to building healthy, positive environments where youth, adults, and families can thrive.

Join us on Thursday, May 21st, at 6 pm as we discuss mental health and its impact. Our guest speakers will be staff from Chester County School District, including a Mental Health Counselor.

Please use the following link to join us on Zoom. You can also join our page, Chester County ECHO Coalition

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hJ897w3HQOSCFsSLoISd5g

There will be one lucky winner of a $30 Amazon gift card.

For more information, contact Melody C. Reid, Director of Prevention Services at [email protected].

Chester County ECHO Coalition
Chester County School District

💜 Families in Recovery Series 💜

Sometimes the signs are easy to miss.

Substance use doesn’t always look the way we expect—and it often starts with small changes.

You might notice:
• Changes in mood or behavior
• Withdrawal from family or activities
• Trouble at school or work
• Increased secrecy

If something feels off, trust your instincts.

You don’t have to wait for things to get worse to ask for help.

📞 Reach out today—we’re here to support you and your family.

Underage drinking and impaired driving remain serious concerns that can have life-changing consequences for teens, families, and communities.

Alcohol affects judgment, reaction time, and decision-making skills, increasing the risk of accidents, injuries, and legal consequences. Even a single poor decision can lead to DUI charges, loss of driving privileges, financial hardship, or tragic outcomes.

This Parent University session aims to provide families with the knowledge, resources, and strategies needed to encourage open conversations, promote responsible choices, and help students understand the importance of making safe, healthy decisions both behind the wheel and in everyday life.

Join us on Tuesday, May 19th, at 6 pm, as we welcome Master Trooper Hannah Davidson with SCHP Troop 4 to discuss ongoing trends and data related to underage drinking and DUIs in Chester County.

Please use the following link to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_Hx1LXWKWSpKIbOOV2VdxTw
There will be one lucky winner of a $30 Amazon gift card.

For more information or details, contact Melody C. Reid, Director of Prevention Services at [email protected].