Fourth of July is the Deadliest on the Road Due to Drunk Driving
In 2019, 515 people died in motor vehicle crashes over the July 4th holiday period and 38% of fatalities involved an alcohol-impaired driver.

As we head into the Fourth of July weekend, we want to remind everyone to stay safe. While it's exciting to be able to gather with friends and family this year, please celebrate safely. If you're going to drink alcohol, do it responsibly! Don't drink and drive a car, boat or motorcycle.

Here are 5 ways to stay safe:

1. Pick a designated driver.
If you are riding to a party with other people, choose who will not drink so they can safely drive home.

2. Use Uber, Lyft, a cab or public transportation.
If you don't have a designated driver and you have been drinking or plan to, have the Uber or Lyft app ready, call a cab or use public transit.

3. Take the keys away.
Whether you are the party host or just a friend, take the keys away from anyone who wants to drive while impaired. Here are some tips for having that conversation from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

4. Know you can be impaired even if your blood alcohol concentration isn't at 0.08% (DUI level).
Alcohol affects your driving ability even if you aren't legally intoxicated. See the chart below to find out how your driving is affected. This is based on a standard drink. You can also use this calculator to give you an estimated length of time it takes for alcohol to be completely out of your system based on your age and weight. This is for informational purposes only, not to decide whether to drive!
5. Know the signs of alcohol poisoning.
Keep an eye out for friends and family who may have had too much to drink. If they exhibit any signs of alcohol poisoning, call 911 and get them to the hospital immediately.

  • Mental confusion, stupor
  • Difficulty remaining conscious, or inability to wake up
  • Vomiting
  • Seizures
  • Slow breathing (fewer than 8 breaths per minute)
  • Irregular breathing (10 seconds or more between breaths)
  • Slow heart rate
  • Clammy skin
  • Dulled responses, such as no gag reflex (which prevents choking)
  • Extremely low body temperature, bluish skin color, or paleness
Don't forget, serving minors alcohol is dangerous and illegal
Help prevent underage drinking. Don't serve minors alcohol at your home. Many people think it's ok for their teens to drink if it's at their own home. It is still dangerous and it's also against the law.

Connecticut passed its Social Host or “House Party” Law in 2012. This law made the property owner fully responsible for any underage drinking on their property regardless of if they were aware of it. Allowing teens to drink in your home or on your property can result in a $2,000 fine, court ordered evaluations, jail time, probation, or even criminal charges. Click the image below to view the law enforcement guide.
Download our resource guides to find local treatment agencies and providers. Guides are available in English and Spanish.

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Women on the Margin Conference
July 10th, 9:30 AM
The Hub Annual Meeting
July 16th, 10 AM - 12 PM
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July 22nd, 10 AM - 3 PM
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Take Part in a Focus Group
We would like to invite you all to participate in a 988 Key Stakeholder Focus Group. There are two dates available to participate, please choose one. Each focus group has a cap of 20 participants.

The dates are Tuesday, July 13th from 9AM - 10:30AM 
OR Thursday, July 15th from 5PM - 6:30PM.

There is more availability left for our Thursday group.

Please see the attached flyer for more information. You can email info@thehubct.org to RSVP for your chosen date or with any questions you may have!
Resources
As we close out Pride Month, we want to remind you know that can access our LGBTQIA+ Resources page all year round.
The Psychology of "Coming Out"

What is coming out? In the life of someone who identifies within the LGBTQIA+ community, "coming out" can bring up any number of emotions ranging from relief to rejection. Coming out is the process of voluntarily sharing one's sexual orientation...

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5 Ways Parents Can Support a Queer Child's Mental Health

Many of those in the LGBTQIA+ community struggle with depression, anxiety or addiction in varying levels. Some social factors that one in this community may experience include rejection by loved ones or communities, bullying, discrimination,...

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How To Find A Therapist That Focuses On LGBTQ+ Mental Health

Finding a good therapist can be especially tricky for those in the LGBTQ+ community. Even if you're not particularly looking to discuss matters of gender or sexuality, you want to go in confident that all facets of yourself are understood and...

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In the News
8-Year-Olds in Despair: Mental Health Crisis Getting Younger

The number of children who need urgent mental health care has been on the rise for years, and spiked during the pandemic. Kate, 12, has been in therapy for years to cope with sensory processing disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder...

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West Hartford vaping panel: Parents still key to prevention

Even after several years of education campaigns, too many young people - especially high school and middle school students - still think vaping is safe, according to speakers at a West Hartford panel discussion.

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