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Wellness is a team effort

From parenting insights to local wellness initiatives, we’re here to support, empower, and inspire action. Join us in making wellness a way of life—one small step, one conversation, and one community at a time.

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Support Healthier Futures

Help reduce substance misuse and promote mental wellness in our community.

Prevention Starts With Education.

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Every October, communities across the nation come together to observe Substance Misuse Prevention Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of substance misuse and promoting healthier choices for youth and adults alike. 21 Wellness Coalition is a resource that provides prevention and educational resources right here in

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Waterfall Moments and How, Together We Can Prevent Them.

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by Kristi Lipp, Weston County Prevention Specialist There’s a story that we like to tell in the world of prevention and it’s about a woman who lives in a community that sits alongside a river that spills into a waterfall. Every morning, she takes a walk alongside the river and

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Prevention is a Community Effort

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by Nick Trandahl, 21 Wellness Coalition Partner, Mayor of Upton, WY It’s with no small amount of serendipity that August is National Wellness Month, and I’m freshly returned from the CADCA Mid-Year Training Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. As a community partner of Weston County, Wyoming’s 21 Wellness Prevention Coalition I

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Newcastle Middle School Principal, Tyler Bartlett welcomes students and parents to the 2025-26 school year.

A Promising School Year Ahead

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Starting a new school year is a great time to talk about the habits and choices that help our children thrive. Whether your child is beginning middle school or entering their final year of high school, it’s never too early — or too late — to have meaningful conversations about
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Summer Sun Safety

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Summer brings a wonderful opportunity for relaxation and family fun, but it also poses some health risks, especially with the heat and water activities. Being mindful of summer safety and preparing for outdoor adventures is particularly crucial during this season. Awareness is Key:  Can you spot the difference? Are you

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21 Wellness Coalition

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21 Wellness Coalition is dedicated to fostering healthy habits, connecting communities to resources, and providing tools that reduce unhealthy behaviors, encourage mental wellness, and build positive relationships for a better quality of life in Weston County.  Serving as a central hub for prevention and wellness, the coalition offers evidence-based education

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Mayor Trandahl

Mental Health for Men

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by Nick Trandahl, 21 Wellness Coalition Representative, Mayor of Upton, WY The month of June has a lot of faces, and one of them is Men’s Mental Health Month. This recognition of the importance of men’s mental wellness strikes a personal chord in me, not just because I’m a man

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Spotlight on Children’s Mental Health

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Children’s mental health is a complex topic, as is adult mental health, and impacts ability to thrive in all areas, including school and family life. Children’s mental health is particularly important because childhood and adolescence is a period of rapid brain growth and development, driving outcomes for years to come.
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Keeping Kids Engaged This Summer

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Building Stronger, Healthier Communities As summer approaches, many families look forward to a well-earned break from the busy school year. But with long, unstructured days ahead, it’s important to remember that keeping kids active and engaged during the summer months plays a crucial role in their well-being—and in the overall

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Smoking cessation

Quitting Smoking or Smokeless Tobacco

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Quitting tobacco (tobacco cessation) is a lot like losing weight. It takes a strong commitment over a long time. Many of the ways to handle the mental hurdles of quitting are the same, no matter which tobacco products you use.

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The Risks of High Dose THC

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The FDA has not approved the cannabis plant for any medical use. However, the FDA has approved several drugs containing individual cannabinoids. For example, Epidiolex, containing a purified form of CBD derived from cannabis, is approved for treating seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and Dravet syndrome, two rare, severe forms
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Underage Drinking- A Guide For Families

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Parents play a crucial role in influencing their children's decisions about alcohol. Being informed about the risks and maintaining open communication can help protect young people from the harms associated with alcohol consumption.
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21 Wellness Partners With Community Members

Strong partnerships create lasting change. By working together with local organizations, government agencies, schools, businesses, and healthcare providers, we foster a culture of collaboration. These partnerships enhance our collective impact, allowing us to address community wellness challenges more effectively and holistically.

Awareness & Action

October 16

21 Wellness Coalition Partner Networking Event

Weston County Public Library- Newcastle

8 am- 10 am

For more info call: (307) 746-5582

October 16 & 17

Weston County School District #7

Parent Teacher Conferences

Contact respective school for more information

October 21 & 23

Weston County School District #1

Parent Teacher Conferences

Contact respective school for more information

October 28

21 Wellness Coalition Meeting

Noon-1 pm

Weston County Public Health Meeting Room

For more information call: (307) 746-5582

October 30

Upton PTO Trunk or Treat

Upton Elementary School

5 pm- 6 pm

For more information contact:

Tara Kokesh (307) 680-2362

Melanie Kokesh (307) 629-0071

October 31

Newcastle Trunk or Treat

Newcastle Main Street

4 pm- 6 pm

For more information contact:

Newcastle Chamber at (307) 746-2739

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