Angela Kenion Steps Into Senior Leadership Role
New Director of Finance & Administration Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Angela Kenion, our new Director of Finance and Administration. Angela brings more than 15 years of experience in finance and office administration management, along with…
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Graduate Course Generates Sports Betting Projects
Focus on Prevention, Screening & Treatment During the second week of July, Compass Mark co- coordinated a 3-credit graduate course with Dr. Jeff Wimer, Professor of Wellness & Sport Sciences at Millersville University—the Summer Institute on Sports Betting & Problem…
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Lowest Alcohol Use Rates in 90 Years
Drinking Less Has Health Benefits This year, Alcohol Awareness Month occurs in an era where drinking rates are at their lowest in 90 years. Only 54% of U.S. adults said they consume alcohol in a Gallup poll last summer, down…
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Betting Issues Impact Family, Friends, Work & School
As Gambling Increases, So Does Help All of our markers show that both gambling and gambling problems are going up—nationally and specifically in Pennsylvania, coming in second in 2025 for gambling revenue. Another way to think of revenue is as…
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What Do Black History Month and Decision-Making Skills Have in Common?
Teaching Each Develops Core Beliefs Young People Need to Flourish Children don’t flourish in a vacuum. They suffer if they don’t get love, support, and validation, and if they don’t believe they can influence their futures. In fact, prevention experts…
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Full Scholarships Available for Summer Institute
Sports Betting & Problem Gambling: Strategies for Prevention & Treatment July 6–10, 2026 In just one week, earn 90 Act 48 credits or 3 graduate credits towards a master’s degree at Millersville University! Compass Mark is partnering with Millersville University…
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The Addiction Field Mourns Debra Irene Bard
The addiction field in Lancaster has lost one of its guiding lights. Deb Bard, most recently of the Lancaster County Drug & Alcohol Commission, passed away suddenly over Thanksgiving, surrounded by family. Deb will be remembered for her encouraging, positive…
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Resources for Youth Well-Being
Behavioral Health Sites, Apps & Videos for Ages 12 to 22 Compass Mark has pulled together resources that might help if you’re ages 12 to 22 and your well-being needs a boost. Or—if you’re worried about someone close to you.…
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Addiction Responds to a Public Health Approach
Health-promoting relationships are key tool If you had a big event approaching and wanted to take special care to avoid getting sick, there are steps you might take. Getting extra rest; taking vitamin C; avoiding large crowds or small children;…
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Student Internships: 2025/2026 School Year
Above: Program Facilitator Laurel teaches a Positive Action lesson at Wheatland Middle School, Lancaster Compass Mark welcomes students interested in internships who are pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, sociology, social work, public health, psychology, or a closely-related…
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