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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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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Compass Mark Wins First-ever State Prevention Impact Award
Nomination Compass Mark is one of two recipients of the new Prevention Impact in Action Award from the Pennsylvania Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs (DDAP). This DDAP initiative recognizes substance use and problem gambling prevention teams, projects, and accomplishments…
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Staff Highlights from 2019
Compass Mark’s dedicated teams work to fulfill the mission to prevent addiction through education, skill-building, and community mobilization. Lauren Krebs, Youth Leadership Advocate I haven’t been here long but I did get to witness Landis Run Intermediate School’s community service…
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Celebrating Healing and Thriving this Recovery Month
Recovery Month Celebrates Healing and Thriving Imagine having an illness that is often fatal, but can be recovered from—a highly stressful situation. Now imagine the general public not only believes that recovery is impossible but also blames you for having…
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Problem Gambling Awareness Month 2017- Facts about a Silent Addiction
As we wind down Problem Gambling Awareness Month, it’s a good time to revisit the conversation about this serious condition. But why should we worry about gambling addiction when there are so many other important issues that affect our community?
Cocaine: The Forgotten Drug Risk
Opioid abuse has garnered plenty of attention lately—with good reason. However, it’s also important for the Lancaster and Lebanon communities to stay aware of the risks associated with other drugs, including cocaine.
How to Prevent Substance Abuse: Learn About Risk & Protective Factors
Substance abuse prevention is about so much more than simply telling kids not to use alcohol or other drugs. Effective prevention starts with identifying what children and youth in the community need, and then meeting that need with research-backed strategies.…
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PA Opioid Treatment Program Expands, Includes 2 Lancaster Locations
Forty-five Pennsylvania Centers of Excellence (COE) will soon be available throughout the state to ensure opioid-addicted people receive the best possible treatment and aftercare in their communities.
Social & Emotional Learning Prevention Programs: Long-Term Benefits
What type of youth substance abuse prevention is most effective? At Compass Mark, our mission is to find evidence-based prevention programs and put them to work in Lancaster and Lebanon. Many of our youth programs are based on social and…
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