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< Back Monika Page, MD, FAAP Secretary Monika has lived and worked in the Franklin area for the past 15 years alongside her husband and three sons. She is a partner at Pediatric Specialists of Foxboro and Wrentham, where she is deeply committed to helping children and families achieve their best health. Over the course of her career, Monika has seen the profound impact that substance use, addiction, and mental health challenges can have on individuals, families, and entire communities. She brings both her medical expertise and a deep understanding of these issues to the board, along with a strong commitment to supporting the organization’s mission and ensuring its continued growth and success.

< Back Make a Donation SAFE relies on the generosity of donors like you. Thanks to your support, we can continue our vital work assisting those impacted by substance use disorder and mental health issues. Your commitment makes a real difference in their lives, and we couldn’t achieve our mission without you. Thank you for your ongoing support! We accept ACH transfer donations. For more information, please email info@safecoalitionma.org If you would like to write a check , please mail to: SAFE Coalition PO Box 434 Franklin, MA 02038 SAFE Coalition Employer Identification Number: 81-0856576 If you have any questions or would like to adjust the frequency or amount of your recurring gift, please contact us at (508) 488 8105. Safety Net Society Did you know that monthly giving is one of the most important ways to sustain our programs every day of the year? It's also a more convenient way to make a bigger impact over time. We invite you to join our monthly giving club, the Safety Net Society, where your gift has the power to make a big impact. Tree of Life The Tree of Life will memorialize loved ones we have lost while also celebrating those who seek recovery. Your contribution to this piece of artwork will be displayed as a permanent reminder of our mission. A purchased leaf will help provide vital support for individuals and families faced with substance misuse and mental health challenges. Be a part of this special fundraiser and share in the celebration of life. Join the Safety Net Society Today Purchase a Leaf Today!

< Back Press Releases: PATRIOTS #27 MARCELLAS DIAL CHOOSES SAFE COALITION FOR NFL’S ‘MY CAUSE MY CLEATS’ INITIATIVE FRANKLIN, MA – SAFE Coalition was recently chosen to participate in the NFL’s “My Cause, My Cleats” program, with their logo featured on... SAFE Coalition Jan 27, 2025 SAFE COALITION DELIVERS HOUSING SUPPORT TO DOZENS OF FRANKLIN RESIDENTS OVER HOLIDAYS FRANKLIN, MA – Local nonprofit SAFE Coalition has helped more than 30 Franklin residents, many of whom parents and children, find safe... SAFE Coalition Jan 27, 2025 Senator Ed Markey visits SAFE Coalition, discusses substance use crisis and response FRANKLIN, MA – On Oct. 27, Senator Ed Markey stopped by SAFE Coalition to discuss the state of substance use and mental health crises in... SAFE Coalition Nov 19, 2024

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Providing a safe, sober space for music, art, conversation, and connection. Free and open to the public. SAFE Café after Dark: providing a safe, sober space for music, art, conversation, and connection Sept. 20: Danielle Miraglia Get ready for a night of unforgettable live music at SAFE Café After Dark featuring Danielle Miraglia! Seating is limited—register today! Date: Saturday, Sept. 20 Time: 6–9 p.m. Location: SAFE, Franklin Danielle Miraglia comes armed with a strong steady thumb on an old Gibson and an infectious stomp-box rhythm with tunes ranging from heart-felt to socially conscious that will move both your heart and hips. Her latest “Bright Shining Stars” debuted at #15 on the Billboard Blues Charts and is a solo acoustic folk/blues record that highlights the one-woman-band live sound she’s honed over the years. You won’t want to miss this! Reserve your Seat

SAFE offers two-tiered programming for municipalities on how to use Opioid Abatement Funds in Massachusetts. Opioid Abatement Programming for Municipalities SAFE offers two-tiered programming to support municipalities in their Opioid Abatement Funds spending. Tier 1: 90-day Community Engagement Assessment The 90-day Community Engagement Assessment offers a view of the current impacts of the opioid epidemic in your town and helps us to evaluate the readiness of residents and town leadership in implementing opioid abatement fund-related programming. This assessment includes Community survey: Our team will develop an online community survey that is specific to your town’s needs and concerns Stakeholder listening session: SAFE staff will engage all key stakeholders in your town, including police & fire chiefs, public health officials and town leadership to understand the needs of the residents. Community listening sessions: SAFE staff will facilitate up to three community listening sessions to gather direct feed back from residents about opioid funds utilization. Comprehensive Report with Data-Informed Recommendations: SAFE will provide a comprehensive report of survey & listening session results. We also provide recommendations for the town based on the results of the assessment. Tier 2: Comprehensive Opioid Use Prevention and Treatment Programming SAFE offers programming that aligns with all seven strategies established in the state’s Municipal Use of Abatement Funds. All of these services are provided at zero-cost to community members. Programming options include Opioid use disorder treatment Coordination of referrals and resources through existing partnerships with Wayside Youth & Family Support Network, Turning Point Recovery Support Center, Learn to Cope, Hockomock Area YMCA, and Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office Completion of intakes with individuals in crisis and referrals directly to the most appropriate agency. Support for people in treatment and recovery Grief counseling for families affected by opioid use disorder and 90-day support plan development to provide immediate support and care during times of crisis (e.g., overdose in the family, family member leaves for residential treatment, or family member engaged in Section 35 commitment) Connections to care Up in Smoke - A teen substance use suspension diversion program available to high school students Families Anonymous - A 12-step program for family members impacted by their loved one's substance use or mental health concerns. SAFE presence at community events Harm reduction Biannual medication take-back events, for which SAFE is independently licensed Monthly Narcan trainings and distribution in your community Restorative justice SAFE staff develops 90-day wraparound support plans for individuals referred to us, including those who are involved with or recently released from the criminal- justice system. Support for pregnant and parenting women and their families Postpartum Support Group is open to all pregnant and postpartum community members, including those with mental health and/or substance use concerns. Community diaper bank Preventative education of opioid misuse Partnership with Why Try, a 10-week evidence-based social-emotional education program for high school students, and can launch the program in your town. Peer-to-Peer program, which serves teens in recovery using WhyTry and WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan). Hidden in Plain Sight - an interactive display that educates parents on signs of drug use and/or mental health concerns in their children.

Home > Contact Us Franklin Office We are in the Moseley Mill building. If you take the second driveway and follow the road towards the back of the building, you’ll see the SAFE sign above our front door. Click on image to view the video Address 31 Hayward Street, Suite 2C Franklin, MA 02038 Phone (508) 488-8105 Mailing Address (for donations) PO Box 434 Franklin, MA 02038 Email info@safecoalitionma.org Springfield Office Address 264 North Main St Ste 14 East Longmeadow, MA 01028 Framingham Office Mobile Unit Only Call (508) 488-8105 or email info@safecoalitionma.org for support. Get In Touch First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thank you for your message! We will get back with you within 1 business day.

Join SAFE Coalition Saturday, June 7, for a free concert featuring the incredible Zajac Brothers Band—a 6-piece powerhouse known for their modern vintage sound and high-energy performances. From soulful jams to reimagined classics, these guys know how to light up the stage! Event Postponed! Subscribe to our mailing list to hear first when we announce the new date.

< Back Meaghan Peters Director of Development mpeters@safecoalitionma.org Meaghan is the Director of Development at SAFE Coalition. Since beginning her fundraising career in 2013 in Pasadena, CA, she has raised critical support for human service organizations at both the national and grassroots levels, including the American Lung Association, Perkins School for the Blind, the Joe Andruzzi Foundation, and SAFE. At SAFE, Meaghan leads private fundraising strategy, overseeing corporate partnerships, family philanthropy, and monthly giving, while directing the organization’s signature gala. She focuses on building meaningful donor relationships, aligning philanthropic investment with mission impact, and translating SAFE’s work into compelling narratives that inspire sustained support. Outside of work, you’ll find her reading, spending time outdoors with her family and hiking with her dog.

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< Back Mary Clermont Vice President Mary is a business leader with hands-on and strategic experience in Human Resources across multiple industries. Connecting employee and community experience, her career started as an officer in the US Army. As a graduate of West Point, she focuses on elevating the employee experience to ensure a community and culture that provides inclusiveness and wellbeing. Her versatility is based on the prior roles in organizations she was a part of; Military, Putnam Investments, Pizza Hut and Fidelity. Mary also currently serves on the Board of the Hockomock area YMCA, serving as Chair 2018-2021.