The need for community education is becoming increasingly important as
funding for treatment services declines. Community education is an
integral component of The Council's goal to meet the needs of chemically
dependent members of our society. The more knowledge available about the
dangers of use and of treatment services available, the healthier our community
will be.
The goal of The Council's community education program is to equip all
community members with knowledge necessary to make sound decisions regarding
their use of alcohol and/or other drugs. Equating knowledge for power, we
believe that this service is a powerful tool in dissuading people from
misusing/abusing chemicals and in assuring chemically dependent individuals that
services are available for them.
The Council works closely with local businesses, schools, agencies and
community members to determine areas of concern. When needs are
established, focused presentations are developed and delivered to raise
community awareness.
Networking relationships are another key to success. Through
newsletters and participation in community coalitions, The Council is able to
stay abreast of available services that may be of use to our patients.
