From recognizing the warning signs of vaping to having meaningful conversations with children and teens, an upcoming workshop in Kissimmee aims to give families the knowledge and tools they need to protect their children’s health.
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — Vaping devices can be small, easy to conceal, and sometimes designed to resemble everyday objects. For parents and caregivers, recognizing the warning signs and understanding the potential health risks can be challenging, especially as e-cigarette products continue to evolve.
To help families navigate these concerns, the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County is hosting a free Parent and Caregiver Workshop on Youth Vaping Prevention on Tuesday, November 17, from 6 to 7 p.m., at its facility located at 1875 Fortune Road in Kissimmee.
The workshop is designed to help parents and caregivers better understand youth vaping, recognize potential warning signs, and develop practical strategies for encouraging healthier, vape-free choices among children and teenagers.
Understanding the Risks and Starting the Conversation
While vaping is sometimes perceived as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes can expose young people to nicotine and other potentially harmful substances. Nicotine is particularly concerning for adolescents because it is highly addictive and can affect brain development, including areas responsible for attention, learning, and impulse control.
For many families, one of the biggest challenges is knowing when and how to begin conversations about vaping.
The workshop will address current youth vaping trends, the health effects associated with e-cigarette use, and warning signs that may indicate a child or teenager is vaping.
Participants will also learn ways to communicate with their children about the risks, establish healthy expectations, and create a supportive home environment that encourages positive decision-making.
Rather than simply warning young people about the dangers of vaping, the workshop aims to equip adults with information and strategies that can help them become more confident and effective in guiding their children.
Parents and caregivers will also have an opportunity to ask questions and gain additional insight into protecting their children’s health and well-being.
Free Workshop Includes a $15 Grocery Certificate
In addition to providing valuable health education and resources, each participating parent or caregiver will receive a free $15 grocery certificate.
The workshop is free to attend, offering families an accessible opportunity to learn more about an issue affecting young people in communities across the country.
How to Attend
The Parent and Caregiver Workshop on Youth Vaping Prevention will take place Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County, located at 1875 Fortune Road, Kissimmee, FL 34744.
Families interested in attending are encouraged to register in advance through the department’s online registration form.
Register for the free Youth Vaping Prevention Workshop
As youth vaping continues to present challenges for families, schools, and public health professionals, the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County hopes the workshop will help parents and caregivers become better informed and better prepared to support the young people in their lives.
For Osceola County families, one hour of learning could provide the knowledge and confidence needed to begin an important conversation — one that helps children make healthier choices today and in the years ahead.
