DrugFreeAzKids News

Just Because They’re Back Home…

Doesn’t mean they’re safe. As we head into the prom and graduation party season, we focus on ensuring our kids stay safe at these events and that they make healthy choices while they’re out, especially when it comes to drugs and alcohol. But just because they’ve arrived home safely doesn’t mean the coast is clear.

After Your Teen Walks Through the Door:

Upcoming April Events

April showers bring May flowers…and lots of free parent events. Join us in April for several opportunities learn more about Arizona’s youth substance abuse issue and also to help make a difference in our community.

Upcoming Events:

Free Parent Resources

Although the school year is winding down, parents still have time to learn about preventing youth drug and alcohol in their family by checking out DrugFreeAz.org’s free prevention resources. The best part: Most of them are available online, so busy parents can check them out during a free moment between dropping the kids off at school or over lunch.

Check Out These Parent Resources

Before the Tux & Tassel

Do your teens have prom and graduation circled on the family calendar? Are they busy planning all of the perfect details, from transportation to dates and what to wear? With the school year winding down, it’s time for end-of-year fun, including prom, graduation, graduation parties and spring break. With that comes the time for parents to step in and make sure safety is on the top of the list.

Green Beer Means...

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. With all of the festivities around green everything, including beer, this is a holiday that can send mixed signals to our kids. With nearly 70% of our Arizona high school seniors reporting alcohol use (2012 ACJC Survey Results), St. Patrick’s Day is a great opportunity for parents to discuss alcohol with their kids.

March is Packed With Parent Events!

What does your March look like? Ours is packed with educational parent events just for you! We hope you’ll be able to join us to learn about how you can have a better relationship with your family and prevent your kids from using drugs.

Here’s what’s coming up:

Love What We Do?

As we wrap up the month of love, we want to shout from the rooftops how much we love working with great parents, teachers and community members. From sharing tips about how to tackle the drug prevention conversation with your kids, to hearing about your family struggles in our workshops, our team is thankful for each moment we have with the families we meet.

But, how do you feel about your encounters with us?

Celebrity Deaths Shine Light on Heroin Addiction

Every month we continue to hear about various celebrities battling addiction. In July 2013, America was stunned when heroin claimed the life of “Glee” star Cory Monteith, who was just 32. Only a few weeks ago, the entertainment industry was shocked again when 46-year-old Oscar winner Philip Seymour Hoffman, who is believed to have overdosed on heroin, was found dead in his apartment.

Where is the Love?

February is the month of love and a time to think about those we love in our lives. That includes our families!

Here are a few areas to consider as you evaluate your family’s relationship:

Heroin & Your Kids

Heroin coverage has been prevalent across news outlets this week with reports of celebrity overdoses and other deaths due to heroin laced with other drugs.

• What Do Parents Need to Know?