Legislator Esteban (R-16th L.D.), Legislator Bontempi (R-18th L.D.) and Legislator Trotta (R-13th L.D.) are collaborating with mental health professionals to raise awareness about mental health and substance abuse issues and how they affect our youth.
The “Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Our Youth” program is free and will be held on Monday, July 31st at 7:00 pm at the Northport Public Library located at 151 Laurel Avenue in Northport. Gordon Gooding, LCSW, will cover topics on mental health and substance abuse and John Venza, LCSW-R, LMHC, will speak about cannabis and how it affects our youth. This presentation will be very informative and will explore the symptoms and signs to look for with regard to mental illness and addiction. It's Free! Don’t delay- Register!!
To register for the event and reserve your seat, please email:
Caitlin.curry@suffolkcountyny.gov