Here at CCAPSA, Inc. we encourage all parents and guardians to USE THEIR VOICE. It has been proven that open and honest dialogue can strengthen the relationship between you and your teen(s), build trust, and also serve as a protective …
Drug Prevention Tips for Parents and Guardians
Addressing drug use is something that is never easy for a parent/guardian when it comes to their child. However, with young adults between the ages of 12-25 being more likely to use illicit drugs than adults over the age of …
RED RIBBON WEEK RECAP!
This past week, we brought October to a close by celebrating Red Ribbon Week! Amongst recognizing National Substance Abuse Prevention Month and National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month, we encouraged our kids to “Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug-free…
DRIVE THRU…DROP OFF!
Every year, twice a year, we recognize the DEA National Rx Drug Take Back Day event. During this event people have the opportunity to clean out their medicine cabinets to ensure proper disposal of expired or unused medications as a …
National Substance Abuse Prevention Month!
During this month of October, we are also recognizing National Substance Abuse Prevention Month with Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to help spread awareness about medication abuse/misuse, underage drinking/alcohol awareness, marijuana use, and youth tobacco use (specifically …
National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month!
During this month of October, we are recognizing National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month to help spread awareness about prescription (Rx) drug and over-the-counter (OTC) drug misuse and abuse. In regards to the youth, teen use of medication should be closely …
TIK TOK ⏰… Time To Educate!
CCAPSA, Inc. has a mission to promote drug-free communities and reduce teen substance abuse within the Cobb County area through methods of prevention. Our Drug-Free Kennesaw 365 (DFK365) community coalition has a more centralized focus on preventing prescription (Rx) drug …
The truth® About COVID-19 and Vaping!
The Truth Initiative® recently published an article discussing the connection between vaping increasing the vulnerability to contracting COVID-19 and the lack of awareness among teens and young adults. It has been proven that vaping damages the lungs, especially in …
Community SPOTLIGHT: Caught in the Community! 🤩🤗✨
Shouts go out to our very own Drug-Free Kennesaw 365 program! As a part of the #KISSCovid2020 (Kennesaw In Support of Students) campaign, we donated hand sanitizer stations to Bernard Awtrey Middle School just in time for phasing back in
…We are “MADD” 🤪 About Our Youth!
We are honored to say that Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Georgia is one of our coalition partners/collaborators! This nonprofit organization seeks to stop drunk driving, support those affected by drunk driving, prevent underage drinking, and strive for stricter impaired …