Support

Support Organizations

Panther P.A.A.L.S. Peers Against Addictions With Loyal Support

Panther P.A.A.L.S. is a support group at Whitman-Hanson Regional High School for students impacted by addiction. Do you have a friend or family member who has struggled with addiction or is in recovery? You are not alone! The group’s focus is to provide a safe place for peers to show support and have fun while learning healthy coping skills. For more information, please contact Courtney Selig at courtney.selig@whrsd.k12.ma.us or 781-618-7455.

Learn to Cope

Learn to Cope is a non-profit support network that offers education, resources, peer support and hope for parents and family members coping with a loved one addicted to opiates or other drugs. Founded by Joanne Peterson in 2004, the organization has grown to include over 7000 members as of August 2015, and has become a nationally recognized model for peer support and prevention programming.

Commission On The Status Of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

The Commission’s primary purpose is to serve as a resource to the Commonwealth on issues affecting grandparents and all relatives raising grandchildren. Our interactive website is devoted to fostering education, networking, research, programs and support to grandparents and all relatives raising grandchildren.