6 McMaster St. Suite 4 Owego, NY 13837 VOLU ME 1, IS SUE STAFF: Executive Director Christie Speciale Program Assistant Brittney Crane Educators Ann Ellis Rachel Dellarocco Evidence-Based Programs We Offer: Allstars-Childrenlearn to build resilient life skills. Life Skills- Botvin LifeSkills Training (LST) is a researchvalidated substance abuse prevention program proven to reduce the risks of alcohol, tobacco, drug abuse, and violence by targeting the major social and psychological factors that promote the initiation of substance use and other risky behaviors. SPORT– For youth ages 818, is a brief motivational intervention and coaching program Teen Intervene-A 3-6 session program designed specifically for youth who are experiencing mild to moderate problems associated with alcohol or 607-687-6349 1 www.tccasa.org F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 4 What is TCCASA all about? TCCASA is a non profit organization dedicated to helping individuals lead productive, healthy lifestyles. Our goal is to prevent drug and alcohol use in Tioga County by promoting healthy behaviors and reducing risky behaviors by targeting youth through education, utilizing evidence-based programs and environmental strateMonday, January 27th—Sunday, February 2nd National Drug Facts Week (NDFW) is a health observance week for teens that aims to shatter the myths about drugs and drug abuse. Please contact us or stop by for information and pamphlets regarding drug use in teenagers. CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS WEEK Sunday, February 9th—Saturday, February 15th The purpose of COA’s Week is to spread the word that children living with addiction in the family need support. If you know someone suffering from addiction in their family, please show them support and let them know that you’re there. Please help us recognize and support the children living with addiction in their family. First Annual “Letters of Love” Contest In recognition for National “Kick Butts Day” which is March 19th, 2014, Students in grades 4-9 have been asked to participate in our “letters of love” contest within Tioga County. This contest is designed to give kids a chance to express their feelings about a loved ones smoking or tobacco use. Those who enter the contest are invited to the awards banquet thrown especially for the participants and you will be eligible to win a great prize! Safe and Sober Prom Initiative Prom night is one of the highest nights of underage drinking and can also be one of the most fatal. TCCASA is taking a stand for a safe and sober prom. Our organization is making sure teens are constantly reminded throughout the night about the dangers of drinking and driving. With a creative idea, TCCASA has made “Think Before You Drink” cards which include a visual picture of the consequences of drinking and driving, along with a reminder to have a safe and sober prom. With the help from local florists and clothing stores, the cards will be placed in teen’s corsages and tuxedo pockets. Thank you to those who are participating. We are a non-profit organization. Any donations are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off or mailed to our listed address. Donations may also may be made through our website: www.TCCASA.org