CASA Press Releases

Generation Rx Promotes Medicine Safety across Nassau County  While prescription medications can help us live longer and healthier lives, any medication has the potential to do harm—especially when misused. Misuse often can lead to serious legal, social, and health consequences as drug overdoses now represent the leading cause of accidental death in the United States (Centers for Disease Control -Read more

Champion for Families & Prevention  During CASA’s recent Sector Meeting, the Coalition recognized the Honorable Jack M. Martins as a champion for the Manhasset community and New York State. CASA presented a proclamation noting his efforts to improve the lives of families and prevent substance misuse during his tenure in the New York State Senate. CASA noted Senator Martins’ work

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The New Year marks a transition in leadership for the Manhasset Community Coalition Against Substance Abuse (CASA) as it continues its mission to reduce youth substance use in Manhasset. Jennifer DeSena recently joined Manhasset CASA’s board as its executive director with past executive director, Dr. Caryn Sawyer, remaining on the board and returning to her career as a clinical psychologist.

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The Cardinal Health Foundation announced that it has awarded Manhasset CASA $25,000 in grant funding from its Generation Rx program. CASA is one of 17 non-profit organizations across the country to receive funding to help fight prescription drug misuse by improving community medication disposal programs. CASA will work with its many dedicated partners to implement educational programs for safe medication

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