Community Member

Drug and alcohol use is a present problem in every community. Your decision to become involved as a community member and being aware of substance abuse issues in your community is a very important step in helping to make sure your community is safe, healthy and drug-free.

Things You Can Do:

• Join or form a community coalition dedicated to alcohol or drug related issues.
• Host community health fairs that provide drug prevention and education information.
• Host drug-free community events such as mock tail nights (alcohol free cocktail parties), sober bowls (alcohol free event for Super Bowl) or drug-free carnivals.
• Form extracurricular or recreational clubs and activities for youth in your community.
• Write a letter to the editor of your local paper on an issue related to drug and alcohol use you feel is important.
• Organize community meetings that focus on educating your community about drug issues in your area.

I was a lost man with a broken spirit when I arrived at Anuvia. Today, thanks to its wonderful staff, I am blessed with a better life. I am a grateful recovering addict named Jeff W, and I want to share with you a little bit about my recovery.