In this RYPN program, you’ll discover the profound results of direct communication between parents and kids.
Learn what teens and children look for in a trusted adult, and how trusted adults can make a big impact in their lives.
Students who believe that their parents think it is wrong to have 1-2 alcoholic drinks almost daily are 80% less likely to consume alcohol themselves
Gloucester Youth Risk Behavior Survey, Middle School, 2022
Students who have a family member to talk to about topics that are important to them are 68 percent less likely to experience poor mental health outcomes compared to those who have no trusted adult to talk to at all
Gloucester Youth Risk Behavior Survey, Middle School, 2022
Students who have healthy coping strategies (e.g., listening to music, meditation, etc.) to deal with stress are 58 percent less likely to experience poor mental health outcomes compared to peers who do not have any healthy coping strategies
Gloucester Youth Risk Behavior Survey, High School, 2022
The Regional Youth Prevention Network is composed of community members from Gloucester, Ipswich, Danvers, Beverly, Manchester, Essex, and Rockport, Massachusetts
“The Regional Youth Prevention Network strives to create communities conducive to optimal social-emotional health & wellness for all youth. We focus on growing the assets in our communities that keep kids and families safe, happy, and healthy.”Chelsea Goldstein-WalshRegional Prevention Director
“As a social worker, I see every day how deeply mental health affects young people and their families. Through collaboration with community partners, DanversCARES works to raise awareness, strengthen prevention efforts, and ensure people know where to turn when they need help. It’s about coming together, listening to our youth, and taking meaningful steps—big and small—toward positive change. Mental health and wellness are shared responsibilities, and we’re at our best when we work together to support one another.”Amanda WeberDirector at DanversCARES coalition
“I love how RYPN is helping people in our community, and helping youths find their way.”Rebecca Jackson Director of Community Programs, Greater Beverly YMCA
“The RYPN has been a great asset to the youths in our community.”Ilia StacyProgram Director, Ipswich Aware
Membership is available to individuals and affiliate memberships are available to businesses and organizations who would like to donate. Members are required to attend at least two meetings each year.
