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Safe Rides at Risk without Funding From Greenwich; Uber is Not the Solution

In May, 2014, Greenwich High School seniors Courtney Oarr and Matt Pignataro, interns for Greenwich Free Press, wrote, “Picture this. You’re heavily intoxicated at a party with no way home. Or, your promised ride home is not in a position to give you a lift. Who do you call? Not Safe Rides. Safe Rides, once a popular program in the Town of Greenwich, is officially off the road.”

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Greenwich Hospital’s Gala Supports Cardiovascular Services, Honors Outstanding Physician

At the annual Gala for Greenwich Hospital, the fundraiser raised significant funds for the hospital’s cardiovascular services. More than 300 supporters, including special guests Jill and Harry Connick Jr., joined in the Parisian cabaret themed festivities at Greenwich Country Club. Greenwich residents Gretchen Bylow, Kim Nichols, MD and Jennifer Seidel co-chaired the event. Continue Reading →

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Great Turnout for “Stress, Success and Teen Setbacks” Forum on Mental Health and Substance Abuse

In an emotional and cathartic event at Bruce Museum, teens and parents listened to the stories of Giovanni Rivera of MTV fame, as well as several Greenwich High School teens who shared their stories of mental health and recovery. Continue Reading →

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“Stress, Success and Teenage Setbacks: Let’s Talk Mental Health”Set for Thursday at Arch St Teen Center

Stress, Success and Teenage Setbacks: “Let’s Talk Mental Health” is a free event on Thursday, Nov. 10th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at ARCH Street Teen Center. Special guest will be MTV’s Giovanni Rivera. Food will be provided by Garden Catering. The event is open to parents and teens. Continue Reading →

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Abilis Speaker Series: Holidays & Changing Routines: Using Visuals and Social Stories to Help Your Child Cope

Therapeutic & Family Advisory Services Speaker Series - Greenwich Free Press

Hear from the Abilis Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Special Education teachers, Jillian Alli, Georgy Hennig, and Meaghan Nagurney, about how to use visuals, social stories, and other environmental supports to help your child manage an exciting, but sometimes overwhelming, season. Continue Reading →

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