NEWAHEC: NorthEastern Wisconsin Area Health Education Center

NEWAHEC: NorthEastern Wisconsin Area Health Education Center Creating communities where health, connection and support thrive.

Our mission is to create a healthier Wisconsin by reducing substance use, fostering a diverse healthcare workforce, and strengthening underserved communities through education and collaboration.

Both of our Public Health Vending Machines are restocked!We work to restock the machines multiple times a month so that ...
09/05/2026

Both of our Public Health Vending Machines are restocked!

We work to restock the machines multiple times a month so that free health and wellness supplies are available to our communities when they’re needed.

We know the cost of basic necessities continues to be high, and we’re so grateful that we’re able to provide some additional support to our communities through these vending machines.

Both machines are available 24/7 and are climate controlled — which means there’s even cold bottled water available!

📍 Two Rivers Machine
Two Rivers Fire Station
2122 Monroe St.
Two Rivers, WI

📍 Manitowoc Machine
621 York St.
Manitowoc, WI

And there’s more to come! Our Manitowoc machine will be evolving soon to look more like our Two Rivers machine, with additional items and resources available to our community.

We’re grateful to be able to offer these resources and hope they continue to be a helpful source of support for our neighbors. Please share this information with anyone who may benefit. 💙

We're proud to have presented a check this week for $5,715 to Grow It Forward - Community Food Center to support their F...
09/04/2026

We're proud to have presented a check this week for $5,715 to Grow It Forward - Community Food Center to support their Feed Our Future program!

Feed Our Future program provides food to children who may not have reliable access to food, helping ensure they have nutritious options to get them through the weekends during the school year. This funding will help Grow It Forward purchase needed food items, restock supplies, and continue providing this important resource to local students.

In 2025, Healthiest Manitowoc County Substance Use Prevention Coalition (HMCSUP) participated in a Fostering Healthy Youth Project made possible through their free membership with Alliance for Wisconsin Youth (AWY), which focused on the intersection of youth mental health and substance use prevention. Through the project, HMCSUP developed a local logic model examining the relationship between youth mental health, food insecurity, and risky behaviors such as substance use.

As an AWY member coalition, HMCSUP has access to valuable networking opportunities, training, technical assistance, mentoring, resources, and funding opportunities that help strengthen our local prevention efforts. NEWAHEC is one of 5 Regional Prevention Centers contracted to support Substance Use Prevention Coalitions across Northeastern and Southern Wisconsin through AWY membership.

Research and local data show that these issues are interconnected. Food insecurity can contribute to stress and challenges with mental health and overall well-being, while unmet basic needs can increase a young person’s vulnerability to risky behaviors. Understanding these connections reinforced the importance of addressing food insecurity as part of a broader approach to youth health and prevention.

“After the work we did in 2025 looking at the relationship between youth mental health, food insecurity, and substance use, we knew that continuing this partnership was vital,” said Emily Longmeyer-Wolf, Social Worker at NEWAHEC. “Food insecurity is more prevalent and pressing than ever, and we know families in our community are feeling the impact. Supporting Grow It Forward’s Feed Our Future program allows us to build on the work that began last year and provide meaningful support to local children and families.”

NEWAHEC serves as the fiscal agent for Healthiest Manitowoc County, supporting the financial administration of initiatives that advance HMC’s mission to improve the health and well-being of Manitowoc County residents.

We are so thankful to everyone who helped bring the Two Rivers Public Health Vending Machine to our community!This proje...
07/28/2026

We are so thankful to everyone who helped bring the Two Rivers Public Health Vending Machine to our community!

This project truly took a team, and we couldn't have done it without the support, partnership, and generosity of so many people and organizations.

A special thank you to the City of Two Rivers Fire Department for believing in this project, supporting our efforts, and providing a home for the vending machine. Having it in a welcoming, accessible location helps ensure these resources are available to those who need them most.

We're proud to be part of a community that comes together to support one another. Thank you to everyone who played a part in making this project a reality. Your kindness and commitment will truly make a difference.💙

🎉 Just 2 days to go!We're excited to celebrate the official Ribbon Cutting for the new Public Health Vending Machine thi...
07/21/2026

🎉 Just 2 days to go!

We're excited to celebrate the official Ribbon Cutting for the new Public Health Vending Machine this Thursday, July 23 at the City of Two Rivers Fire Department (2122 Monroe Street)!

🕓 4:00–5:00 p.m.
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 4:30 p.m.

Stop by to:
✅ See the new Public Health Vending Machine and learn how it works.
✅ Celebrate expanded access to free health, wellness, and prevention supplies—available 24/7 for our community.
🍪 Enjoy complimentary food and refreshments!

Everyone is welcome—community members, local leaders, partners, friends, and families.

If you plan to attend, we'd appreciate an RSVP to help us prepare enough refreshments, but it's not required.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbubCbxwFscWi92p6

We hope to see you there as we celebrate this exciting new resource for the Two Rivers community!

City of Two Rivers Fire Department

📢 **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**We're excited to share the official announcement of NEWAHEC's second Public Health Vending Ma...
07/01/2026

📢 **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

We're excited to share the official announcement of NEWAHEC's second Public Health Vending Machine, now serving the Two Rivers community!

This innovative resource provides free, 24/7 access to health, wellness, and prevention supplies, helping reduce barriers to essential care while supporting healthier communities. The project reflects the power of collaboration between local organizations, healthcare partners, first responders, and community leaders working together to meet local needs.

Read the full press release below to learn more about the initiative, the resources available, and the community partnerships that made this project possible. City of Two Rivers Fire Department

Join us for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of our new Public Health Vending Machine on Thursday, July 23, from 4:00–5:00 p.m.

✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 4:30 p.m.

🍪 Food and refreshments will be provided!

Community members, local leaders, and partners are all welcome to attend! RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. Letting us know you're coming helps us prepare enough food and refreshments. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbubCbxwFscWi92p6

We look forward to celebrating with you!

🎉 You're invited!Join us for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of our new Public Health Vending Machine on Thursday, Ju...
07/01/2026

🎉 You're invited!

Join us for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of our new Public Health Vending Machine on Thursday, July 23, from 4:00–5:00 p.m. at the City of Two Rivers Fire Department (2122 Monroe Street).

Come celebrate the launch of this new community resource, providing free, 24/7 access to health, wellness, and prevention supplies for everyone.

✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 4:30 p.m.

Before and after the ceremony, you'll have the opportunity to:
✅ Learn more about the Public Health Vending Machine
✅ Meet our community partners
✅ Celebrate this exciting addition to Two Rivers

🍪 Food and refreshments will be provided!

Community members, local leaders, and partners are all welcome to attend!

RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. Letting us know you're coming helps us prepare enough food and refreshments. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbubCbxwFscWi92p6

We look forward to celebrating with you!

🎉 It's official! Our second Public Health Vending Machine is now live in Two Rivers!Located outside the City of Two Rive...
07/01/2026

🎉 It's official! Our second Public Health Vending Machine is now live in Two Rivers!

Located outside the City of Two Rivers Fire Department (2122 Monroe Street), this free, climate-controlled vending machine provides 24/7 access to health, wellness, and prevention resources—because everyone deserves access to essential supplies whenever they need them.

You'll find items like:
Narcan Nasal Spray (Naloxone)
First Aid and over-the-counter medication kits
Hygiene Kits
Menstrual Kits
STI Prevention Kits
Tick Removal/Identification Kits
Lice Treatment Kits
Medication Lock Bags
Fi***rm Safety Locks

The items inside our Public Health Vending Machine may vary slightly throughout the year as we adjust to seasonal needs and emerging community priorities. We are always looking for community input on what would be most helpful to include. Your feedback helps ensure this resource continues to meet real needs and remains responsive to the people it serves.

Have ideas or suggestions? We’d love to hear them—because this project is built with the community, for the community. 💙

Every item is completely free and available to help support the health and well-being of our community.

This project wouldn't be possible without the incredible collaboration of our community partners, healthcare organizations, first responders, local nonprofits, and grant funders who share our commitment to improving access to essential health resources.

Join us for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of our new Public Health Vending Machine on Thursday, July 23, from 4:00–5:00 p.m.
✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 4:30 p.m.
🍪 Food and refreshments will be provided!

Community members, local leaders, and partners are all welcome to attend! RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. Letting us know you're coming helps us prepare enough food and refreshments. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbubCbxwFscWi92p6

We look forward to celebrating with you!

**21 Means 21. No Exceptions.**It's the law: To***co and ni****ne products cannot be sold to anyone under the age of 21....
07/01/2026

**21 Means 21. No Exceptions.**

It's the law: To***co and ni****ne products cannot be sold to anyone under the age of 21. This includes ci******es, ci**rs, vapes, e-ci******es, e-liquids, ni****ne pouches, chewing to***co, and other ni****ne products.

Learn more: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/to***co/to***co21.htm

🎉 As we wrap up our WI WINS To***co Compliance Checks contract and begin a new one, we want to take a moment to thank th...
07/01/2026

🎉 As we wrap up our WI WINS To***co Compliance Checks contract and begin a new one, we want to take a moment to thank the local law enforcement agencies across our four counties that we're contracted for (Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Kewaunee, & Door) for their continued partnership and support. Your commitment to these compliance checks plays a vital role in preventing youth access to to***co products and helping create healthier communities.

We also want to thank our local retailers for their dedication to following the law, as well as our team and volunteers who helped make this work possible. We look forward to continuing this important partnership in the year ahead as we work together to keep to***co out of the hands of youth and build healthier futures for our communities. 💙

🚨 **Recruiting Youth for To***co Compliance Checks!** 🚨Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in your communi...
06/10/2026

🚨 **Recruiting Youth for To***co Compliance Checks!** 🚨
Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in your community? We’re looking for responsible youth ages 16–17 to participate in WI Wins as Youth Inspectors!

❓What is WI Wins?
WI Wins is a statewide initiative that uses proven, research-based strategies to reduce youth access to to***co products while helping retailers stay compliant and avoid fines.

🔍 What do Youth Inspectors do?
• Work in pairs during compliance checks
• One youth attempts to purchase a to***co product
• The second youth observes the interaction and takes mental notes

Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/261184515276055

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621 York Street
Manitowoc, WI
54220

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