SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - MATFORCE Messages Highlights Youth Mentorship Programs

Episode Date: September 30, 2026

Send us a text and chime in!MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization in Yavapai County, AZ, dedicated to stopping youth drug use before it starts has revealed the October installment of its virtual learning series, "MATFORCE Messages." The series features presentations from subject matter experts designed to build healthier communities. On Thursday, October 22nd, 2026, at 11:00 am, Kelly Mattox, MATFORCE Prevention Specialist and Kelly Lee, MATFORCE Program Manager, will present Hope Through Connection: MATFORCE Mentors & Trauma Lens Care. Discover how dedicated adult relationships can alter the trajectory of a child's life. This session highlights two impactful initiatives operating across Yavapai County schools, demonstrating how consistent...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/matforce-messages-highlights-youth-mentorship-programs/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Text-to-speech audio articles made possible on the Cast11.com podcast network by Fane Signature Group. Matforce, a primary prevention organization in Yavapai County, Arizona, dedicated to stopping youth drug use before it starts has revealed the October installment of its virtual learning series, Matforce messages. The series features presentations from subject matter experts designed to build healthier communities. On Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 11 a.m., Kelly Maddox, Matt Force Prevention Specialist and Kelly Lee, Matforce Program Manager, will present hope through connection, Matforce mentors and trauma lens care. Discover how dedicated adult relationships can alter the trajectory of a child's life. This session highlights two impactful initiatives operating

across Yavapai County schools, demonstrating how consistent connection fosters strength and resilience in local youth. Matforce Mentors program, Kelly Maddox will discuss the growth and evolution of the program across its five-year history. Lens Care, TLC, Kelly Lee will cover the Trauma Lens Care Program, detailing its implementation and positive influence on students throughout Yavapai County. Together, these programs emphasize the value of intentional engagement, showing how positive adult role models can empower and transform young lives in our community. Attendance is free for these one-hour virtual presentations hosted by Matforce and registration is required. To register or obtain more information,

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