Oceanside
SAFE Coalition

Preventing and reducing alcohol and drug abuse among Oceanside youth since 2015

Our Mission

Our mission is to prevent and reduce alcohol and drug use among youth by engaging in environmental strategies, programs and activities that create a safe, healthy and drug-free Oceanside community.

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Coalition Member Spotlight: Chris Munzing and Jacqueline Padin!

Coalition Member Spotlight: Chris Munzing and Jacqueline Padin!

The Oceanside SAFE Coalition was so proud to honor two of our incredible members - Chris Munzing and Jacqueline Padin. Recipients of the “Commitment to Excellence” Award, Chris and Jacqueline are both local parents whose passion for making their community a safer place for their children has been the driving force of their commitment to Oceanside SAFE. They have both spearheaded several different community initiatives that encourage and enhance community connection and promote safe environments for local youth. We are so proud to have Chris and Jacqueline on our team, and the Oceanside Community is even luckier to have them out there making a difference for us all!

Ready for Prevention in 2025!

Ready for Prevention in 2025!

Oceanside SAFE Coalition is ready for another year of planning and implementing environmental strategies to prevent and reduce youth substance use in our community!

Attention Parents / Guardians!

Attention Parents / Guardians!

After seeing some discussions on local community pages regarding whether or not parents allow parties with alcohol for their teens at home; we thought it may be a good time to share some local data!

And a reminder that Nassau County has a Social Host Ordinance. This means persons over 18 cannot knowingly allow the consumption of alcohol in private residences. Penalties can include fines, or even face up to one year in prison.

For information on how to host SAFE parties at home or have difficult conversations concerning substance use and misuse with your teens - contact us at Oceanside SAFE Coalition today!

"Together We Can" - Overdose Awareness Day

"Together We Can" - Overdose Awareness Day

It was a beautiful evening of remembrance, awareness and education at this years Overdose Awareness Day. Visit our events page for a full recap or check out this article in the LI Oceanside / Island Park Herald.

"Creating Connections" throughout National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week 2025!

"Creating Connections" throughout National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week 2025!

Lead by our incredible OHS Youth Council; this years "Creating Connections" was once again an incredible success! This initiative has become an annual project geared toward decreasing Low Commitment to School and Attitudes toward AntiSocial Behavior. It presents the opportunity for students to identify their most trusted teachers and spend time "connecting" with them in creative ways!

In the spirit of Drug and Alcohol Facts Week - students also included a virtual Jeopardy style Drug and Alcohol quiz which was a huge hit among students and staff. We are so proud of our incredible Youth Council members for the continual growth of this truly amazing prevention initiative!

SAFE Businesses in Oceanside

SAFE Businesses in Oceanside

Thanks to our funding from DFC (Drug Free Communities), Oceanside SAFE Coalition has been able to bring the NY State Alcohol Training Awareness Program to local businesses within our community free of charge.

With ATAP Training and Certification, employees learn their rights, responsibilities, and liabilities regarding underage and intoxicated customers. Stores establish a standard policy to address checking IDs and supervising their premises, as well as learn to recognize valid forms of ID.

Collectively, through this SAFE campaign licensed premises can play a large role in creating a safer Oceanside for everyone!

Interested in training your business?

Contact info@oceansidesafe.org today!

"BE THE WALL!"

"BE THE WALL!"

Learn how you can be a part of our community wide underage drinking prevention campaign. Click here to learn more about Be The Wall, and contact us for your FREE campaign materials today!

Oceanside SAFE recognized as "Blue Ribbon Coalition"

Oceanside SAFE recognized as "Blue Ribbon Coalition"

The Blue Ribbon Coalition credential is part of CADCA's new program that recognizes high performing coalitions that do an exceptional job creating a foundation for their work by updating and utilizing their coalition products.

Click here for the full list of Blue Ribbon Coalitions!

Oceanside SAFE makes Local News

Oceanside SAFE makes Local News

Visit our Press Page for articles on Oceanside SAFE Coalition's efforts through the years.

What We're Following...

What We're Following...

From the desk of "The Tall Cop" - Drug Trends to be aware of this Spring

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Active Parenting of Teens - Spring 2025 Session
Upcoming Event!

Active Parenting of Teens - Spring 2025 Session

Because our kids don't come with instructions!
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
7pm
Virtual Weekly Class

** Registration to open in April **

For parents of preteens and teens, this video and discussion program provides parents with the skills needed to use effective discipline, teach responsibility, and communicate with their children. Each session shows parents how to handle sensitive issues such as drugs, sexuality, and violence.

This class will expand over the course of 4 weeks, for one hour virtual sessions. 4/22, 4/30, 5/8 and 5/15

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Drug Take Back Day! Spring 2025
Upcoming Event!

Drug Take Back Day! Spring 2025

Just drive up and drop off for SAFE medication disposal!
Saturday, April 26, 2025
12pm - 2pm
Oceanside High School, Front Circle

Bring your unused / expired medications to be properly disposed of thanks to our partners at the NCPD! Please no liquids or sharps.

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Chipotle Fundraiser for Oceanside SAFE, Inc.
Upcoming Event!

Chipotle Fundraiser for Oceanside SAFE, Inc.

Dine out and help support SAFE!
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
5pm - 9pm
3161 Long Beach Road, Oceanside

25% of sales get donated to Oceanside SAFE, Inc! Present this flyer at time of purchase or use code KQK8WWR for online pickup orders.

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