Summertime: A Risky Time for Teens

June 20, 2013

Teens tend to have more free time in the summer and there is a strong correlation between free time and risk-taking among teens. This could mean rock and bridge jumping in rivers or lakes, extreme watersports, or off-road activities out at Greenhorn. It could also mean the temptation to experiment with alcohol, marijuana or sexual […]

Summer Activity List: Relax, Refresh, Reduce Risks!

June 20, 2013

Special thanks to  the Community Support Network for putting together a comprehensive list of summer activities. Below is a list of NEO and other family and teen friendly activities! June 18th, 2013 – PLEAG Event: Boat Safety with the Nevada County Sheriff’s Dept. The Parent Leadership Empowerment & Advocacy Group meets at 180 Sierra College […]

NEO Teen Center – Searching for a Home

June 20, 2013

A message from NEO… Every young person has a name, a story… and a future. You did. We did. And they do. NEO wants to know the names, hear the stories, and unlock the potential of those compelling futures. NEO is a grassroots youth movement, starting 5 years ago at Thursday Night Markets, hosting events […]

Finding Common Ground on the Subject of Preventing Marijuana Use by Children – NCTV Breaking Bread Show

June 14, 2013

Last week Dr. Christina Lasich, Martin Webb and Don Bessee joined the host of NCTV’s Breaking Bread Show to discuss teen marijuana use, and explore  areas of common ground in the desire to prevent children from using marijuana and other drugs. To view the video on demand click the link below: Finding Common Ground on the […]