Join the Conversation: Preventing Underage Drinking

TaraVista's Medical Director, Dr. Ermal Bojdani, will join a panel of community professionals for “Not My Kid,” an important conversation about preventing underage drinking.

Hosted by the Leominster Community Action Team (LCAT), this free community event will provide parents and caregivers with practical information, prevention strategies, and resources to help keep young people safe.

The evening will feature a panel discussion, resources from local organizations, and a presentation by the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office, Hidden in Plain Sight.

Thursday, October 15, 2026

6:00–7:30 PM

Leominster Public Library – Community Room



We encourage parents, caregivers, and community members to attend this important conversation.

Meet Dr. Bojdani, Medical Director, TaraVista Behavioral Health Center

Dr. Ermal Bojdani recently joined the TaraVista team as Medical Director, bringing extensive experience in clinical care, medical leadership, teaching, and research, along with a strong commitment to improving access to mental health services.

Born in Tirana, Albania, Dr. Bojdani moved to the United States at age 10. His wide-ranging interests and commitment to caring for the whole person have shaped his approach to medicine and leadership. Early in his career at Johns Hopkins, he organized musical performances for cancer patients and their families, recognizing the important connection between emotional well-being and healing.

Dr. Bojdani earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin and completed his psychiatry residency through a Harvard Medical School–affiliated program, followed by a fellowship in public psychiatry at Columbia University. His career includes clinical and academic positions at leading healthcare institutions, including NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center and Bellevue Hospital.

He is also the founder of The Mental Health Optimization Collaborative, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to mental health education and services worldwide.