Greater Boston/Massachusetts
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Leominster Champion Recognizes MA Senator Flanagan Support for Safe Homes Coalition
Flanagan shows support for Safe Homes Coalition
State Sen. Jennifer L. Flanagan (D-Leominster) has joined a large group of individuals and organizations endorsing the Safe Homes Coalition, and welcoming a new partner in the fight against prescription drug abuse and addiction: Area realtors.
She joined Gov. Charlie Baker for the program’s initial launch in September, and the Safe Homes Coalition recently launched a video of Flanagan’s endorsement, available on its website, www.makeitasafehome.org/boston.
The Safe Homes Coalition leads a unique partnership comprised of the Greater Boston Association of REALTORS (a division of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board), Learn to Cope, Millennium Health and local government and law enforcement leaders. The coalition also includes organizations representing the medical, dental and health care communities, recovery advocates, youth athletics and other community partnerships.
“We need to prevent prescription medications from getting into the hands of people who shouldn’t have them, especially those most vulnerable — our children. The Safe Homes Coalition educates and empowers people to understand how to safely secure and dispose of unused or unwanted medications,” said Safe Homes Coalition Executive Director Gregory A. Stein. “Sen. Flanagan has dedicated her career to helping families struggling with mental illness, addiction, and similar challenges, and she is a welcome partner and strong advocate to have sharing our mission.”
“I am thrilled to have the Safe Home Coalitions on board partnering with communities to take the steps that will ensure safety for families and realtors,” Flanagan said. “We initially launched this coalition in September, to align with Recovery Month, and this is the perfect time of year to educate people on how to safely store and dispose their prescriptions in order to avoid theft and misuse. It makes sense, and is another great way to prevent illegal drug sales and abuse.”
