White Swan Community Coalition

04/01/2026

Did you know alcohol use is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the U.S.? It increases the risk of at least seven types of cancer, including breast, liver, and throat cancer—even at low levels of drinking. Talk to your teen about the serious health risks of alcohol. You can help them make choices that protect their future. Learn more at https://starttalkingnow.org/parents/every-conversation-counts.

You are the most powerful influence in your child's life. More than friends. More than TV. More than celebrities. And that's why it's important that they hear from you about not using ma*****na or alcohol and finding healthy ways to cope during difficult times.

03/27/2026

Teen drinking can be hard to spot, but as a parent or caregiver, you know your child best. If something feels off, trust your instincts and check in. Look beyond the obvious—changes in mood, sleep, or friends can be signs that something’s going on. You don’t have to have all the answers—just being there can be enough. Teens who feel supported by their parents are less likely to drink.

Get tips for talking with your teen at starttalkingnow.org

03/25/2026

How easy is it for a middle school student to get alcohol in our community?

That’s one of the questions on our quick, 5-minute community survey—and we need your voice!

Each year, our coalition receives $185,000 to help prevent youth substance use and promote mental health in our community. To keep this funding—and continue supporting events like our annual Gathering of Native Americans (GONA), Spring Carnival, and Summer Jam—we need at least 150 community members to complete the survey.

👉 Take the survey (English): https://hca.servicenowservices.com/assessment_take2.do?sysparm_assessable_type=221599278719b210ea8cba28cebb35e6
👉 Take the survey (Spanish): https://hca.servicenowservices.com/assessment_take2.do?sysparm_assessable_type=639465f78759f210ea8cba28cebb354b

Thank you for helping us keep this funding and continue supporting the health and well-being of our youth and families.

03/24/2026

Yesterday, coalition member Joshua and coordinator Julie had the opportunity to meet with Senator King in Yakima to talk about an important issue in our community—limiting youth access to retail alcohol in White Swan.

We had a great conversation and appreciated the chance to share what we’re seeing locally and the steps we’re taking to support our young people.

It was a successful meeting, and we’re looking forward to continuing this partnership as we work together to create a healthier, safer community for our youth.

03/23/2026

🍪🍹 Cannabis-infused drinks and edibles have become easier for teens to access and their effects can be unpredictable and hit way harder than expected. 👉 Talk to your teens about the risks and help them make safe, healthy choices.

03/18/2026

When things get hard how do you handle stress? When you decide to find calm in healthy ways, not only will your body thank you, but the teens in your life learn a new skill with your example.
Here are a few calming activities to get you started. Share your favorite way to destress in the comments.

03/14/2026

During and beyond, choose delicious and nutrient-rich foods from each of the five basic food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy.

Check out these super tips: sm.eatright.org/powerupbfst

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Durante el y pasado este, elija alimentos ricos en nutrientes de cada uno de los cinco grupos básicos de alimentos: frutas, verduras, granos, alimentos ricos en proteínas y productos lácteos.

Revisa estos súper consejos: sm.eatright.org/powerupbfst

03/14/2026

🚨 PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT

Carfentanil - an extremely potent opioid - has recently been identified in Washington State. Carfentanil is estimated to be 100 times stronger than fentanyl and 10,000 times stronger than morphine, meaning even a very small amount can cause a fatal overdose.

If you or someone you know uses opioids, please take steps to reduce risk:
- Never use alone
- Use the Never Use Alone Hotline: 800-484-3731
- Use with someone nearby who can respond
- Carry Naloxone (Narcan) if available

Overdose can happen quickly, but help is available and treatment works. Recovery is possible, and support is available in our community.

Please share this message to help keep our community informed and safe.

03/14/2026

8–10 hours a night boosts your mood, focus, and mental health—and when tough times hit or big changes happen, it’s even more important to make sure your body has time to rest. Not getting enough?
🦸‍♀️ Suit up with a sleep mask (bonus: it looks cool), 📵 log off screens before bed, and 🕙 set a consistent bedtime. Small changes = big difference. Sleep tight! 💤

If you need support, help is available. wa is a help line for teens, by teens where you can call, text, or chat about whatever’s on your mind with no judgement.
Call or text 866-833-6546
TeenLink.org

is a tipline with secure, free support for teens from professionals.
Call 888-537-1634
Text 738477
HearMeWA.org



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Dormir de 8 a 10 horas por noche mejora tu ánimo, concentración y salud mental —y cuando atraviesas momentos difíciles o ocurren grandes cambios, es aún más importante asegurarte de que tu cuerpo tenga tiempo para descansar. ¿No duermes lo suficiente? 🦸‍♀️ Ponte una máscara para dormir (bonus: se ve genial), 📵 desconéctate de las pantallas antes de acostarte y 🕙 establece una hora de dormir constante. Pequeños cambios = gran diferencia. ¡Duerme bien! 💤

Si necesitas apoyo, hay ayuda disponible.wa es una línea de ayuda para adolescentes, por adolescentes, donde puedes llamar, enviar mensajes de texto o chatear sobre lo que tengas en mente sin juicio.
Llama o envía un mensaje al 866-833-6546
TeenLink.org

es una línea de consejos con apoyo seguro y gratuito para adolescentes por parte de profesionales.
Llama al 888-537-1634
Envía un mensaje de texto al 738477
HearMeWA.org

03/14/2026

Valley Spay and Neuter is doing such great work! Check them out and help us keep our community's dogs and cats healthy. :)

03/13/2026

Using ni****ne can make it harder for teens to get good sleep—leading to issues like restless sleep, bad dreams, and daytime fatigue. So, talk to your teen about the risks of va**ng and using ni****ne. Try a good bedtime routine together to help them unwind from the day and sleep better. For more information, check out https://bit.ly/truthsleep