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The PRC strives to meet this challenge by collaborating with community-based providers gathered to form strong local coalitions.

The Prevention Resource Center (PRC) is a not-for-profit organization serving Nassau & Suffolk County communities by providing effective prevention strategies that reduce alcohol, drug, and tobacco abuse and problem gambling. The Prevention Resource Center is committed to facilitating partnerships among schools, communities and prevention providers to focus on the provision of effective strategies

to deal with alcohol, drug, and tobacco abuse and problem gambling. The PRC functions as a centralized clearinghouse of resources for youth, parents, professionals, treatment providers, educators, the media and the general public. We provide this education through a comprehensive continuum of resources, trainings, and community-related services. We serve as a liaison to support coalitions and prevention providers with the integration of prevention science to practice. The PRC utilizes the Strategic Prevention Planning Framework to promote strategies that are designed to reduce risk factors confronted by communities and families. By reducing risk factors and promoting protective factors within communities, families and individuals, we minimize the negative effects of substance abuse.

06/27/2025

06/25/2025

🌞 Focus on your health this summer! It's the perfect time to prioritize your mental and physical well-being. 🌱

According to the most recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health, nearly half of young adults have never used illicit drugs, including ma*****na! 🚫 Choosing a substance-free lifestyle is more common than you might think!

Making positive choices matters! Here's a few ways to stay active, healthy, and happy:

✔️ Get outside and enjoy the sunshine 🌞
✔️ Try a new fitness activity or hobby 🌿
✔️ Spend quality time with friends and family 💬
✔️ Focus on mental wellness through mindfulness and self-care 🧠

Remember, there are plenty of ways to have fun and take care of yourself this summer. Stay healthy, stay strong, and enjoy the season! Tag a friend who’s making positive choices! ⬇️ samhsa.gov/communities-talk

06/24/2025

06/11/2025

Spot the signs, save a life. Learn the warning signs of su***de and share this graphic to help others recognize them.

If you see these signs in someone, urge them to contact a mental health professional or the 988 Lifeline at 988Lifeline.org.

06/09/2025

Need ideas on how to prioritize wellness? Get some inspiration from Action For Happiness' Joyful June Calendar!🌼

06/04/2025

05/22/2025

What if preventing substance use was less about saying "no" and more about equipping young people with essential life skills?

In this episode, Melanie Witkowski discusses the transformative approach of Prevention Works, which has been active for 50 years in Chautauqua County. They teach young people skills in communication, conflict resolution, and self-regulation through evidence-based programs.

Tune in to "Prevention: Moving Beyond Just Say No" on our website or wherever you get your podcasts. 🎧🎙 https://oasas.ny.gov/prevention-moving-beyond-just-say-no

Prevention Works

05/16/2025

A message from CADCA:

ISSUE BACKGROUND

The Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 appropriations process is underway. Many members of Congress are in the process of deciding upon their appropriations priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. CADCA’s top appropriations priority is to ensure that the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) program is funded, at the highest possible level, and at no less than the FY 2025 appropriated level of $109 million. We need as many members of Congress as possible to make fully funding the DFC program one of their top priorities in the FY 2026 Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill.

In the House, Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1st) and Paul Tonko (D-NY-20th) are leading a letter in support of funding the DFC program at the highest possible level in FY 2026. Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) are leading a similar letter in the Senate. It is vital that these letters have strong bipartisan support in Congress.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

Contact your Congressional delegation and ask them to sign onto the letters in support of funding the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) program at the highest possible level in FY 2026, and no less than the FY 2025 appropriated level of $109 million.

Click on the link below to send your message today!

CADCA represents over 5,000 community coalitions that involve individuals from key sectors including schools, law enforcement, youth, parents, healthcare, media, tribal communities and others

04/29/2025

Today April 29th is National Fentanyl Awareness Day!

National Fentanyl Awareness Day—now in its fourth year—unites major corporations, community groups, nonprofits, government agencies, schools, campuses and families to take action to protect young lives from deadly fentanyl and fake prescription pills.

Turn awareness into action today!

Find more information on ways to get involved here: https://fentanylawarenessday.org/

04/26/2025

Today is ! Help keep your community safe by cleaning out your medicine cabinet and taking back unneeded meds for safe disposal! Find a collection site near you. www.DEATakeBack.com

04/22/2025

Happy Earth Day!

Take some time today to do something that leaves a positive impact on the environment around us! 🌱

04/16/2025

National Prescription Drug is happening Saturday, April 26!

Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue. Proper disposal of unneeded drugs saves lives and protects the environment and our overall community. Dispose of your unneeded RX drugs, no questions asked!

Find more information here: https://www.dea.gov/takebackday

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+16316500135

Website

http://www.liprc.org/

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