John Jay High School

   In the Wappingers Central School District, we believe that our Health Education program plays a critical role in preventing health problems. We strive to improve the quality of life and total well-being of our students through teaching life skills and overall healthy living principles. Our primary focus is to motivate all students to take an active role in maintaining and improving their mental-emotional, family-social and physical health in everyday life. As members of our community, we invite you to utilize these resources at your convenience.
 

*For any serious medical concerns, please contact your local physician immediately.  
 
Joseph Luzzi - Assistant Director Career and Technical Education (CTE)
(845) 298-5000 x40139
Joseph.Luzzi@wcsdny.org

C.A.P.E. of Dutchess County

The Council on Addiction Prevention and Education of Dutchess County, Inc. (CAPE), (formerly the Dutchess County Council on Alcoholism and Chemical Dependency, Inc.), was founded in 1987. The Council was established to meet the growing need for Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) prevention and education services in Dutchess County. CAPE is certified by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services to provide prevention counseling and education to businesses, community organizations, schools and agencies.

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Grace Smith House

Established in 1981, Grace Smith House is a private not-for-profit domestic violence agency, which provides both residential and non-residential services to victims of domestic violence and their children.
 
The mission of Grace Smith House, Inc. is to enable individuals and families to live free from domestic violence by:

• Providing shelter and apartments, advocacy, counseling and education
• Raising the consciousness of the community regarding the extent, type and seriousness of domestic violence
• Initiating and taking positions on public policies in order to provide options which empower victims of domestic violence
   

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Care Net

Care Net is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that supports one of the largest networks of pregnancy centers in North America and runs the nation’s only real-time call center providing pregnancy decision coaching. 

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Dutchess County Health Testing

It is very important to be tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) during your sexually active years, especially if you have multiple partners, because many people have a STD and don't even know it. Therefore, it is best to be tested at regular intervals even if you do not display symptoms, as some STDs are cyclical in nature. It is very important to seek out the proper medical treatment. Many STD clinics can offer treatment or at least provide advice on where to go for it.

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Mental Health- Stabilization Center of Dutchess County

The Dutchess County Stabilization Center is a walk-in facility located at 230 North Road in Poughkeepsie for people feeling overwhelmed by mental health, substance use, or other life issues, such as:

• Emotional distress
• Anxiety and/or Depression
• Psychiatric symptoms
• Addiction
• Intoxication
• Family issues 

 
We are:

• open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
• available to Dutchess County residents of all ages
• a safe, comfortable, secure, and welcoming environment
• a recognized alternative to a hospital emergency department
   

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Local courses & training

Those of us who don’t face health emergencies every day can also benefit from Red Cross training. With a wide array of Lifeguarding, Caregiving and Babysitting, and Swimming and Water Safety courses the Red Cross can provide you with the training and skills you need to prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.

• Learn about First Aid training
• Learn about CPR training
• Learn about AED training
• Learn about Babysitting and Caregiving training
• Learn about Swimming training
• Learn about CNA training
• Learn about BLS training