By ghandel on
1/13/2012 2:56 PM
Do you need a quick reference referral guide for youth with substance use disorders?
Are you often asked by parents or community members where they can get help for an adolescent/young adult using alcohol or other substances?
Have you seen an increase in alcohol or substance use related incidents in your community?
If you answered yes to one of these three questions, the Community Resource List may be of value to you and your community.
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By ghandel on
1/13/2012 2:21 PM
Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Mark Lesko and Councilwoman Jane Bonner have announced their support for the Eastern Suffolk BOCES Alcohol Coalition of Eastern Suffolk (ACES) project, “Not On Your Life” (NOYL). The purpose of the NYOL campaign is to promote awareness about the dangers of underage drinking and how to stop the sale and promotion of alcohol and tobacco products to underage individuals.
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By ghandel on
11/30/2011 10:21 AM
Teenagers are drinking and taking drugs, including prescription drugs, at a younger age and at an increasing frequency.
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By ghandel on
11/15/2011 1:13 PM
CIGNA and The Partnership at Drugfree.org are hosting a monthly series of telephone seminars that will help you better understand today’s changing landscape of substance abuse. The seminars are free and there is no registration required. They’re open to any parent, caregiver or loved one interested in learning more about teen drug addiction. Each seminar will include the participation of a leading expert within the field and a parent from The Partnership at Drugfree.org’s Parent Advisory Board, who will share his or her personal experience with the topic being presented.
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By ghandel on
11/14/2011 10:43 AM
New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) acknowledges there is nearly one alcohol-related fatality every day in New York State. Today, Commissioner Arlene González-Sánchez is pleased to announce that the agency has been awarded a one-year Federal grant totaling $1,087,905 to reduce impaired driving caused by alcohol or drugs with the overall goal of improving highway safety.
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By ghandel on
9/27/2011 2:28 PM
The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) recognizes that alcohol is the most abused substance by New York college students. Today, Commissioner Arlene González-Sánchez is proud to announce federal grant awards totaling $100,000 to five statewide prevention providers to address underage drinking among college students.
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By ghandel on
8/30/2011 1:31 PM
AlcoholEdu for Parents helps parents have a more effective conversation with their teen regarding underage drinking, by helping them to understand Social Host Liability, dispels common misperceptions about underage drinking, assists with strategies and techniques for monitoring and setting rules, gives guidance on what to do if your teen is experimenting, and get expert advice for dealing with common situations.
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By ghandel on
3/15/2011 1:05 PM
Suffolk County Partners in Prevention presents.....
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By ghandel on
1/11/2011 2:30 PM
On January 20, 2011, Caroline Sullivan, Managing Director of DAYTOP Drug & Alcohol Center, Along with a DAYTOP family, will be presenting on the increased use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs amongst teens. Parents and teenage students will share their own experiences with you, as well as how to develop a plan if confronted with a difficult situation. This night will be informative so DON’T MISS IT! Again, please join us on Thursday, January 20, 2011, at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium.
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By ghandel on
1/11/2011 2:28 PM
You are cordially invited to attend a vital workshop designed to provide you with critical information concerning today’s growing epidemic of substance abuse among young adults.
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