National Prevention Week 2014
National Prevention Week is a SAMHSA-supported annual health observance dedicated to increasing public awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues. National Prevention Week 2014 is about Our Lives. Our Health. Our Future. We’ll be highlighting the important role each of us has in maintaining a healthy life and ensuring a productive future.
There are many ways to make a difference. Explore the National Prevention Week website to learn more about how you can get involved, from planning a community event to participating in the “I Choose” Project.
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Start getting in the spirit – watch the National Prevention Week 2014 promotional video. Fifteen-second versions of the video are also available in English and Spanish. Share the video link to spread the word!
Prevention Pledge
Participate in National Prevention Week 2014 by taking the Prevention Pledge on SAMHSA’s Facebook page!
Customize your pledge – include a message about why prevention and healthy living are important to you. Your pledge and story will be added to the Prevention Pledge digital brick wall!
There are many reasons to choose a healthy lifestyle. Check out the “I Choose” Project photo gallery to see why so many people choose prevention. Then, send us a photo with your reason for choosing prevention!
Drinking and driving is a serious problem all year long. The San Rafael Police Department, the San Rafael Alcohol Compliance Team, and other Marin law enforcement agencies & community coalitions are dedicated to a variety of activities aimed at reducing the number of DUI related tragedies. Be sure to check out these links for more information and resources to stay safe and informed:
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The Healthy Novato Project
The Mill Valley Healthy Living Community Coalition
The Novato Blue Ribbon Coalition for Youth
The San Rafael Alcohol and Drug Coalition
The San Rafael Alcohol Compliance Team
The Twin Cities Coalition for Healthy Youth
The Youth Leadership Institute
The West Marin Community Coalition
Learn more about the San Rafael Social Host Ordinance
English - http://www.scribd.com/doc/180037937/FINAL-ACT-palm-card-pdf
Spanish - http://www.scribd.com/doc/189075792/ACT-Palm-Card-en-Espanol-in-Spanish
You can learn more about what we are doing and how you can get involved by contacting Kristen Law at the Marin County Prevention Hub.
The San Rafael Alcohol Compliance Team (ACT) has been created through a partnership with the San Rafael Police Department and the Marin County Department of Health & Human Services to reduce underage and excessive drinking in youth ages 12 – 25.
