November at the NOCC

by | Nov 5, 2025 | Local News, Nonprofit
Hello and happy November! 

This year is flying by, and we hope you are having a great fall season! With the final stretch of 2025 upon us, in the newsletter below, we will cover:

  • Our November Board Member Spotlight
  • No Vape November (or EVER!) Campaign Information
  • Resources for Mental Health and the Holidays
Mrs. Rosa Everitt, Board Member

Please share a bit about your family.

My husband Beau and I have two boys, Lucas and Aidan, who attend Oxford Schools. Lucas is in 9th grade, and Aidan is in 8th. They’re both very active in sports throughout the school year—football, wrestling, powerlifting, and baseball keep us busy! As a family, we love spending time outdoors, whether it’s enjoying bonfires and s’mores, taking trips to the U.P., or gathering with family and friends. Life may be a little frenzied, but we wouldn’t have it any other way.

What is your profession?

Dean (Principal) of OSTC Northeast in Pontiac

How long have you been on the NOCC board?

1 year

Why did you want to become involved with the NOCC?

NOCC offers a wide range of valuable programs and resources to the Lake Orion and Oxford communities, and I wanted to be part of that impact. I appreciate how NOCC embraces initiatives that are essential to keep discussing within our broader community—especially those focused on mental and physical well-being, as well as substance abuse and alcohol use.

What is your favorite NOCC program? 

I love how Youth Action Board (YAB) has inspired some of our students to take initiatives into their own hands and come up with their own resources to give back to students and strangers.

What is your favorite thing to do in the Lake Orion/Oxford Area? 

I LOVE attending the Soup Stroll in December in downtown Oxford. It has become a family tradition of ours.
No Vape November OR EVER educates our students and community on the risks associated with vaping. Throughout the month, the NOCC will be visiting both Lake Orion and Oxford high schools to educate students on the dangers of vaping and the importance of a healthy, vape-free lifestyle through a series of lunchroom visits, table displays, and fun activities. Ask your student this month what they’ve been learning about vaping and their health!

Want to talk to your child about vaping, but are unsure how to start the conversation? Visit https://www.noccmi.org/vaping for information and guidance on how to have open, honest communication with your family about vaping. Let’s make this November a breath of fresh air!
With the holidays quickly approaching, there are a variety of emotions people can feel this time of year: this season can bring joy and excitement, but can also bring added stress, sadness, loneliness or grief. Between shortened hours of daylight, external pressures and expectations, or memories of those we’ve lost, it’s common to feel overwhelmed this time of year—even when surrounded by celebration.

Wherever you find yourself, remember that it’s okay to slow down and prioritize your mental and physical health. Even small, intentional steps can make a big difference. Setting boundaries, doing our best to maintain a regular sleep schedule, spending time outdoors, or reaching out to a friend, family member, or mental health resource are all ways to support our well-being this time of year. Remember: you don’t have to do it all, and you don’t have to do it alone.

If you or someone you love needs support, help is always available:

988 is a 24/7 crisis line available to text, chat, or call for yourself or for someone you care about. You can text or call the number 988, or visit https://988lifeline.org/ for more information.

Visit https://www.noccmi.org/treatment-recovery for local mental health resources, and https://www.noccmi.org/mental-wellness for more information about mental health, identifying crisis, and coping strategies.

Let’s take care of ourselves and each other the best we can this holiday season, because connection and compassion are the greatest gifts we can share!