​This free online course teaches teens the dangers of substance use while helping them build wellness, communication, and critical thinking skills. In addition to being useful for all teens, this online program is a DESE-compliant alternative to school suspension for students caught with, at risk of, or suspected of substance use. < Back Online Diversion Program This free online course teaches teens the dangers of substance use while helping them build wellness, communication, and critical thinking skills. In addition to being useful for all teens, this online program is a DESE-compliant alternative to school suspension for students caught with, at risk of, or suspected of substance use. Graduates will receive a printable Certificate of Completion. Ages: 14–18 Date: Can start course on own schedule Time: Must be completed within a 6-hour timeframe once started. Location: Online Enroll About the Program “Up in Smoke” builds on the highly regarded “Why Try” and “Stanford Toolkit for Cannabis Use” curricula, guiding students in understanding how daily life informs their opportunities to seek freedom and self-respect. The program also addresses the impacts of substance use on the brain and body and builds systems for stress management and fostering a sense of belonging. According to Kelley, the coursework is designed to “give students a chance to think critically about the reasons behind why they are using substances, and to build tools they can use to cope with difficult situations in their life.” While traditional suspension isolates students and removes them from the learning process—both factors that increase risk of substance use—Up in Smoke is a positive behavioral intervention and trauma-sensitive approach with an emphasis on four target areas: mediation, restorative justice, conflict resolution and collaborative problem-solving. Alternative to Suspension : Instead of missing school, students engage in an online course that helps them understand the science of addiction, the impact of substances like nicotine and cannabis, and strategies for managing emotions and stress. Interactive Learning : The course includes self-reflection exercises and activities designed to help students make better decisions and build resilience. Research-Backed : Based on proven methods like the Stanford Toolkit and WhyTry, the program helps reduce substance use recidivism and aligns with DESE standards and Massachusetts state educational laws. Fully Accessible : Accessed asynchronously online, ensuring equitable access for all students. It also provides next-step resources to support students and families after completion. “Up in Smoke” arrives at a critical moment in Massachusetts, where legislation passed in 2022 calls on public schools to use alternatives to suspension as a first-line response to rule violations. The measure specifically requires consequences that “re-engage the student in the learning process.” “Up in Smoke” deeply supports Law C.71’s emphasis on positive behavioral intervention and trauma-sensitive learning through a focus on four target areas: mediation, restorative justice, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem-solving. Contact SAFE at (508) 488-8105 or info@safecoalitionma.org for more information. Enroll Meet the Instructor Director of Adolescent Wellness Emma Kelley ekelley@safecoalitionma.org READ BIO Program Supported by The Bingham Trust

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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 265 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.

Free clinical mental health and substance use recovery support for Massachusetts adults. Available for residents of Franklin, Norfolk, Wrentham, Medway, Medfield, and Millis Counseling Services Free clinical mental health and substance use recovery support for adults provided by a LCSW. Available for residents of Franklin, Norfolk, Wrentham, Medway, Medfield, and Millis. Request an Appointment Free Clinical Care Confidential meeting(s) with a licensed clinical social worker Personalized Support Plan Solution-focused counseling using a 90-day support plan Assessment Initial assessment to gather more information & discuss your concerns Referrals Referral to appropriate treatment services and specialized care This free resource was made possible with support from Town Opioid Abatement Funds from Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, and Wrentham. Request an Appointment SAFE's counseling services are offered to adults age 18 and up. Individuals must voluntarily request treatment for themselves. Services cannot be requested on behalf of another person (child, spouse, sibling, etc.) If you are seeking support due to a loved one's mental health or substance use concerns, please connect with our Family Recovery staff, who specialize in providing this type of support, by emailing info@safecoalitionma.org First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Birthdate* Month Day Year Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* Language spoken at home Emergency Contact Full Name* Relationship to Emergency Contact* Emergency Contact Phone Number* Do you currently have a counselor or therapist?* Yes No Other By submitting this form, you understand that these services are not for emergencies. SAFE does not offer 24/7 care or have a clinician on-call. If you are having an emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency center.* Yes, I understand. Signature* Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. By signing, I verify that I am at least 18 years of age and voluntarily submitting this form for services for myself. Submit

< 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

< Back Brian Hamlin Treasurer I am a family business owner, parent of three great children, husband to my wife Robin and know first hand the overwhelming circumstances a family can go through with addiction. It all started with a simple shoulder surgery. Since 2004 we have experienced the brutal life that substance abuse can lead you to. I have been doing public speaking now over 5 years on the trial and tribulations of substance abuse and the toll it can take on a family and friends. More importantly I speak openly to help others understand that feeling of being the ONLY one this is happening to. I wanted to do more in our community for substance abuse and driving down Rte 1 one day I saw a billboard for SAFE Coalition. I didn’t hesitate.

Compass Yoga with Brittany Capozzi Time: 8:30–9:30 a.m. Location: SAFE Office Date: Saturdays This therapeutic yoga series focuses on sensation awareness, emotional presence, and nervous system regulation. Using trauma-responsive teaching methods, Brittany creates a safe space where invitational language and personal choice help you reconnect with your authentic self and build self-agency in your healing journey. Why ‘Compass’? Like a compass, each person has a range of directions available to them. Holding a small compass at the start of class serves as a grounding tool to help practitioners stay present and attuned to their own inner direction through something tangible. Here's what to expect: Tips, exercises, and meditation to calm your mind, balance your nervous system, and improve your sleep Gentle stretches and restorative poses to restore your sense of control, increase mind-body connection, and help manage stress symptoms Props and modifications that make this class perfect for everyone—no experience needed! Register Meet your Instructor As a Certified Yoga Therapist, Brittany utilizes breath, movement, and guided rest to support those who are dealing with the effects of trauma. She has been teaching people tools to reintroduce their mind to their bodies through yoga for over ten years. She uses trauma-responsive language to help practitioners and clients rebuild resiliency in the nervous system. She believes everyone deserves to be able to express who they are without being stuck in trauma; there are choices for how we can move forward. When appropriate, she uses her Trust Fall Writing method and belly dance teaching tools—such as the hip scarf and/or veil—to teach individuals about sensory awareness. Her educational toolbox only keeps evolving: She is a certified Rest and Revitalization Sleep Meditation teacher, taught by iRest’s co-founder Anne Douglas; a certified Laughter Yoga Leader, taught by Master Trainers Bill and Linda Hamaker; and a Warriors at Ease Level 1 Certified Teacher. When she’s not teaching or writing, she’s breaking geodes open with her husband and enjoying their orange and black Halloween cats. Did you know? SAFE’s free support groups, youth preventative and diversion programming, 1-on-1 support, public presentations, and more are 100% donation and grant funded. Donate Today!

For International Overdose Awareness Day, SAFE will be holding community vigils in Franklin and Wrentham, and places memorial flag displays across Norfolk county. 2025 International Overdose Awareness Day Last year, 1,763 people died from overdose in Massachusetts. Join us for International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31 to remember and honor loved ones we’ve lost to overdose. Community Vigils SAFE will host community vigils from 5–6 p.m. at two locations: Franklin Town Common (200 Main St.) Wrentham Town Common (1 Franklin St.). We encourage attendees to bring photos of loved ones to place on a special memorial display table at the vigils. Memorial Flag Displays In addition to the vigils, SAFE will collaborate with community members to place memorial flags across the county: Franklin Town Common Wrentham Town Common Norfolk Town Hill lawn Medway Town Hall lawn Millis Town Hall lawn (pending approval) Those interested in helping can sign up using the form below. Together we can reduce substance use disorder stigma, increase understanding and awareness, remember those who died of overdose, and prevent drug-related harm. Thank you to Needham Bank for sponsoring these events! Volunteer with SAFE for Overdose Awareness Day

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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.