Welcome To Tri-Town
Your Voice Helps Protect Our Kids’ Future
Every day, new substances and trends emerge that impact the health and safety of our adolescents. As a community, staying informed is our strongest tool. That’s why Tri-Town Youth Services is asking parents and caregivers to take our brief, confidential survey on youth substance use and emerging behaviors.
Your input matters.
Surveys help us understand what families are seeing, what concerns are rising, and where support is needed most. When you share your perspective, you help us design evidence-based programs, workshops, and resources that truly meet the needs of local youth.
From prevention education to parent workshops, social-emotional learning, and mental health supports, our services are shaped directly by your feedback. When parents participate, our entire community benefits.
Take the survey. Make an impact. Help us keep Tri-Town’s youth safe, supported, and thriving.
OUR MISSION:
Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau, Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Chester, Deep River, and Essex, Connecticut. We coordinate, develop, and deliver programs that support the positive growth of youth and families. Moreover, we work to build thriving communities through prevention, education, and outreach.
We’re excited to share the launch of our new series of quick, 3-minute prevention videos created especially for parents and caregivers. These short, informative clips offer practical guidance on the real issues today’s youth are navigating—and give families simple, effective ways to encourage healthy choices at home.
This growing series covers the topics that matter most, including:
- Emerging substances and youth trends
- Cannabis, vaping, and edible safety
- Stress, anxiety, and coping strategies
- Digital wellness and online risks
- Healthy friendships, communication, and resilience
- Supporting mental health for kids of all ages
Tri-Town Presents: Prevention Essentials in 3 Minutes or Less
Our goal is to make prevention accessible, empowering, and easy to put into action, even for busy families. In just a few minutes, you’ll gain insights you can use right away to start conversations, build connection, and help your kids make informed, healthy decisions.
The first two videos are now available, right here and on our YouTube page!
Check them out and stay tuned as we continue to release new topics throughout the year.
Because when caregivers have clear, trustworthy information, our whole community grows safer, stronger, and more resilient.
Prevention Essentials
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Our Empathy in Action Initiative is made possible through funding from the Middlesex United Way Middlesex Community Impact Grant. With this support, we are creating a culture where young people feel seen, valued, and empowered to make a difference.
Current programs include:
Direct Programs
400+ youth served last year
40 years of serving Tri-town
Community Capacity
Offering support to nearly 3,000 youth & families