Vaping or the use of e-cigarettes has become very common, especially amongst teenagers. And while the popularity continues to grow, so does the overwhelming amount of evidence leading to the dangers of these electronic devices. Research backed by the …
Let’s Have a HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR!
🎉Happy New Year!🎉
-from our CCAPSA, Inc. family to yours!
This year, let’s make the resolution to continue to education our youth about the dangers and harms of underage drinking, vaping/tobacco use, and opioid/prescription drug misuse!
Educating our youth through …
United, We Are GREATER Than the Opioid Epidemic!
Opioid misuse doesn’t just affect those with a prescription. Addiction and overdose have a history of taking our loved ones, tearing families apart, and causing pain in our communities. In 2019, Georgia recorded 853 opioid-involved overdose deaths. The COVID-19 pandemic …
Happy VIRTUAL Holidays!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
With the holidays looking a little different this year, the State Opioid Response Grant is hosting TWO virtual holiday events featuring Russell Dickerson and former Backstreet Boy, Brian Littrell!
On December 18th at 3:00pm (TODAY!) and …
đź—ŁPUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT!: Sharing is NOT Caring
Just in case you missed it!
Check out our latest PSA regarding opioid and prescription drug misuse prevention!
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SAMHSA’s NEW “Talk. They Hear You.” Clouded PSA!
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, also known as SAMHSA, has released a new PSA encouraging parents to start having conversations with their child(ren) about the dangers and risks associated with youth tobacco use and vaping. Here, at …
A Season of Sober Celebrations!
Thanksgiving is just around the corner to be followed by Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanza, and New Years!Parents, as we begin to prepare for these upcoming holidays, CCAPSA, Inc. wants to remind you that as you’re hosting and attending holiday gatherings
… SPEAK UP and TALK TO: Use Your Voice!
Here at CCAPSA, Inc. we encourage all parents and guardians to USE THEIR VOICE. It has been proven that open and honest dialogue can strengthen the relationship between you and your teen(s), build trust, and also serve as a protective …
Drug Prevention Tips for Parents and Guardians
Addressing drug use is something that is never easy for a parent/guardian when it comes to their child. However, with young adults between the ages of 12-25 being more likely to use illicit drugs than adults over the age of …
RED RIBBON WEEK RECAP!
This past week, we brought October to a close by celebrating Red Ribbon Week! Amongst recognizing National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month, we encouraged our kids to “Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug-free…