Rice County Chemical Health Coalition

Recovery Rocks – Activities for Recovery Month Planned

bford — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:09:50 +0000

September has been declared National Recovery Month, a time to support and celebrate individuals in substance abuse recovery. In Rice County several efforts are underway to say that “Recovery Rocks” and so do the people who have taken this important step.

Recovery Rocks Pin Distribution, all month long view pin design

Please contact Kathy Sandberg, ksandberg@ricecountychc.com or Zach Pruitt, zpruitt@carleton.edu, to receive a pin or help in their distribution.

Lost In Woonsocket Movie Showing, September 17th view poster

7:00 p.m., Paradise Center for the Arts, Faribault, FREE ADMISSION

An extraordinary short film documenting two friends’ journey to recovery. A must see!! Visit http://www.lafia.org/ for an inspirational preview.

City and County Resolutions Declaring September as Recovery Month

Northfield, September 7, 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers at City Hall

Rice County, September 7, 8:30 am Rice Co. Government Services Building, Board Room

Faribault, September 14, 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers at City Hall

Please click HERE for complete information about all “Recovery Rocks” activities and how you can get involved.

Faribault Action Team to Meet August 12th

bford — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 01:46:41 +0000

60% of high school aged students in Faribault report that they use alcohol. This is an alarming fact that should be a call to action for our community. On August 12th, the Faribault Community Action Team will host a meeting to discuss ways we can address this problem. For more information, please view the following flyer and press release:

Flyer

Press Release

Parents Give Mixed Messages to Teens On Drinking Alcohol

bford — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:46:59 +0000

New Study Examines How Parents’ Actions and Behaviors May Inadvertently Encourage Teenage Drinking, Caron Treatment Centers

PHILADELPHIA, PA (July 6, 2010) — Despite the good intentions of many parents to address substance abuse with their children – new research shows that their behavior may unintentionally contribute to teenage alcohol abuse.

Two parallel surveys were conducted examining attitudes and behaviors around these topics from both parents’ and teens’ perspectives. The polls were conducted by Harris Interactive and commissioned by Caron Treatment Centers, a world renowned non-profit addiction treatment center offering alcohol and drug rehab in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Texas.

See the full press release at: http://www.caron.org/parents-give-mixed-messages-to-teens-on-drinking-alcohol.html

Above the Influence – Teen Competition

bford — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:54:45 +0000

The Above the Influence website has launched a new competition for youth around the US. Visit the website link below and enter what influences you in Rice County; good, bad, or otherwise. If enough local youth participate, national Above the Influence folks will make a special trip to our community. It only takes a minute. Check it out and let your voice be heard!

http://www.abovetheinfluence.com/HeatMap/

SPOTS Dessert Theatre

bford — Fri, 07 May 2010 15:55:30 +0000

Help support SPOTS, a Faribault High School student-run traveling improvisational drama group!

SPOTS Fundraiser Dessert Theatre

Saturday, May 15, 2010

7 p.m.

Noyse Hall (MSAD Campus)

Adults: $6

Students: $4

Unlimited Desserts and Silent Auction!

SPOTS, Students Performing On Tough Situations, is a student-run drama troupe of the Faribault High School. Every year, SPOTS members independently develop original, issue-based scenes about topics relevant to youth today. SPOTS leaders perform and process these original scenes with youth of all ages. During the 2009-2010 school year, SPOTS was invited to perform in over 50 classrooms! SPOTS performs for all audiences at no charge. SPOTS program costs are raised through community support. All proceeds support our travel expenses, supplies, and annual training with Cornerstone Productions.

For more information, contact Martha at 333-6160. Click HERE for poster.

Limited Part-Time Position Available

bford — Wed, 05 May 2010 20:46:17 +0000

Contract Work Opportunity:

The Rice County Chemical Health Coalition is looking for assistance with some projects under the Drug Free Communities Support program for work to occur between May 15 and September 28^th, 2010. Interested persons are invited to submit a letter of interest and a resume, including references, to Kathy Sandberg via email to ksandberg@ricecountychc.com. Questions about the work tasks may also be directed to Kathy at that email address.

Work tasks may include but are not limited to the following:

· Graphic design assistance with print materials, social media, and website

· Development of effective marketing and communication strategies for Coalition efforts

· Development of a video series in cooperation with the local cable access channel focused on substance abuse prevention

· Conduct focus groups with area youth to expand knowledge of access to alcohol and other drugs

Position closes May 14, 2010

Town Hall Meetings on Underage Drinking

bford — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:28:29 +0000

Both Faribault and Northfield will host Town Hall Meetings focused on underage drinking. Panel discussions will explore how our community can respond to the issue and what adults can do to support young people in making healthy choices. Click on the information below for details.

Northfield

Wednesday, April 14th
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Lion’s Pause, Buntrock Commons, St. Olaf College

Faribault

Monday, April 19th
7:00 p.m.
Faribault High School, Performing Arts Center

Medical Marijuana Resources

bford — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:42:25 +0000

For more information about legalizing marijuana for medicinal puposes, please view the following websites and resources:

U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration

Elks Program Med Marijuana (PDF)

American Medical Association

Office of National Drug Control Policy

Gallup, Inc.

American College of Pediatricians

ProCon.Org

FUNDS NOW AVAILABLE for School-Based Prevention Efforts

bford — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:54:52 +0000

Through the Rice County Family Services Collaborative and Northfield Healthy Community Initiative, any Rice County school may apply for funding to support prevention efforts. $10,000 in funding is available. Deadline to apply is February 24, 2010. Please download the following PDF for more information.

School Curriculum RFP Reminder

FUNDS NOW AVAILABLE for School-Based Prevention Efforts

bford — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:50:55 +0000

School Curriculum RFP Reminder