Oceanside
SAFE Coalition

Preventing and reducing alcohol and drug abuse among Oceanside youth since 2015

Our Mission

Our mission is to prevent and reduce alcohol and drug use among youth by engaging in environmental strategies, programs and activities that create a safe, healthy and drug-free Oceanside community.

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Volunteers Needed!

Volunteers Needed!

Volunteer opportunities available for community members of all ages! Contact us today to learn more

Attention Parents / Guardians!

Attention Parents / Guardians!

After seeing some discussions on local community pages regarding whether or not parents allow parties with alcohol for their teens at home; we thought it may be a good time to share some local data!

And a reminder that Nassau County has a Social Host Law. This means it is illegal for persons over 18 to knowingly allow the consumption of alcohol in private residences. Penalties can include fines, or facing up to one year in prison.

For information on how to host SAFE parties at home or have difficult conversations concerning substance use and misuse with your teens - contact us at Oceanside SAFE Coalition today!

"Together We Can" - Overdose Awareness 2024

"Together We Can" - Overdose Awareness 2024

It was a beautiful evening of remembrance, awareness and education at this years Overdose Awareness Day. Visit our events page for a full recap or check out this article in the LI Oceanside / Island Park Herald.

"Creating Connections" throughout National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week!

"Creating Connections" throughout National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week!

Lead by our incredible OHS Youth Council; this years "Creating Connections" was once again an incredible success! This initiative has become an annual project geared toward decreasing Low Commitment to School and Attitudes toward AntiSocial Behavior. It presents the opportunity for students to identify their most trusted teachers and spend time "connecting" with them in creative ways!

This year we had 83 teachers participate in the project and approximately 240 students! Additionally, in the spirit of Drug and Alcohol Facts Week - students included a virtual Jeopardy style Drug and Alcohol quiz which was a huge hit among students and staff. We are so proud of our incredible Youth Council members for the continual growth of this truly amazing prevention initiative!

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week Media Campaign Winner!

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week Media Campaign Winner!

Congratulations to Oceanside High School Junior Alyssa Salgano for her winning design depicting Sobriety Normalization for youth!

**This campaign utilized local data from the 2022-2023 YDS Survey.

Coalition Member Spotlight: Gabriella Trinchetta!

Coalition Member Spotlight: Gabriella Trinchetta!

Oceanside SAFE Coalition is proud to celebrate and acknowledge Gabriella Trinchetta; our Youth Organization Sector Representative with this years Commitment to Excellence Award! "Gabriella's leadership has been at the forefront of several different prevention initiatives this past year. No matter the task, Gabriella is always up for the challenge with a bright genuine smile, organized work ethic and a positive, calming demeanor. She is an incredible advocate for the youth of Oceanside, who gravitate toward her effortlessly as a trusted adult and community champion. If Gabriella is a part of the team, you know the task is not only going to get done, but it’s going to be a true success. We are beyond lucky to have someone like her in our Coalition!"

Congratulations Gabriella!


Ready for Prevention in 2024!

Ready for Prevention in 2024!

Happy New Year from our INCREDIBLE team at Oceanside SAFE Coalition! We are excited for another year of prevention and wellness for the Oceanside Community. Want to know how you can get involved? Contact us TODAY!

Prevention in Action!

Prevention in Action!

With love and gratitude in our hearts, we thank the Oceanside Community for their incredible support in our 3rd annual Overdose Awareness Day.

Visit our events page for a full recap

Check out full article in Oceanside Herald

SAFE Businesses in Oceanside

SAFE Businesses in Oceanside

Thanks to our funding from DFC (Drug Free Communities), Oceanside SAFE Coalition has been able to bring the NY State Alcohol Training Awareness Program to local businesses within our community free of charge.

With ATAP Training and Certification, employees learn their rights, responsibilities, and liabilities regarding underage and intoxicated customers. Stores establish a standard policy to address checking IDs and supervising their premises, as well as learn to recognize valid forms of ID.

Collectively, through this SAFE campaign licensed premises can play a large role in creating a safer Oceanside for everyone!

Interested in training your business?

Contact info@oceansidesafe.org today!

"BE THE WALL!"

"BE THE WALL!"

Learn how you can be a part of our community wide underage drinking prevention campaign. Click here to learn more about Be The Wall, and contact us for your FREE campaign materials today!

Oceanside SAFE recognized as "Blue Ribbon Coalition"

Oceanside SAFE recognized as "Blue Ribbon Coalition"

The Blue Ribbon Coalition credential is part of CADCA's new program that recognizes high performing coalitions that do an exceptional job creating a foundation for their work by updating and utilizing their coalition products.

Click here for the full list of Blue Ribbon Coalitions!

Oceanside SAFE makes Local News

Oceanside SAFE makes Local News

Visit our Press Page for articles on Oceanside SAFE Coalition's efforts through the years.

What We're Following...

What We're Following...

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Active Parenting of Teens!
Upcoming Event!

Active Parenting of Teens!

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
7pm
Virtual

Virtual Sessions will take place for one hour - once a week for a total of 4 weeks covering topics such as Parenting Styles, Active Communication, Control vs. Influence, Responsibility and Discipline, Power Struggles and Drug Prevention. Participants will receive their own free Active Parenting Manual to keep!

In order to paticipate in this progam we ask that you ensure you are able to commit to the full fou weeks of virtual sessions. You child must also attend Oceanside Schools ranging from grades 7-12.

Registration is now open. Click here!

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Dine out for SAFE!
Upcoming Event!

Dine out for SAFE!

You deserve a night out and 25% of proceeds will go toward Oceanside SAFE, Inc.!
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
11am - 9pm
Moe's Oceanside

Support Oceanside SAFE by doing the one thing we all love to do - go out to eat!!! Skip cooking dinner ( or making lunch) and go to Moe’s in Oceanside. Show this flyer and proceeds of your purchased will be donated toward our mission to prevent and reduce substance misuse among Oceanside Youth! Thank you in advance for your support

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Drug Take Back Day!
Upcoming Event!

Drug Take Back Day!

Safely dispose of your unwanted / expired medications with Oceanside SAFE!
Saturday, October 19, 2024
12pm - 2pm
OHS Front Circle

Join us on Saturday, October 19th for our Fall Drug Take Back Day collection! No liquids or sharps please. Participants will receive a free SAFE tote bag complete with Deterra Drug De-Activation Kit, and Safe RX Pill Bottle for SAFE Medication storage!

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Spooky Teen Trivia!
Upcoming Event!

Spooky Teen Trivia!

Join us for a Halloween themed Trivia Night for Teens!
Thursday, October 24, 2024
6:30pm
Swirls and Twirls Oceanside

** Come in costume and earn extra points for your team!!! **

Free Admission! Doors open at 6:30pm

Round 1: Spooky Movie Tunes

Round 2: Spooky Song Titles

2-4 People Per Team!

Winner takes all! Prizes for 1st place winners!

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