-Information courtesy Gina DeMent, Community Engagement, Cardinal Innovations Healthcare
“Drugs Uncovered: What Parents Need to Know” is an interactive program that targets parents of upper elementary, middle school and high school students. This is the second in a series on substance use in our communities hosted by Cardinal Innovations.
There will be two different presentations from 6 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 17 at the VGCC Civic Center in Henderson. One session will be for youth in 6th – 8th grade and the other session will be for adults. Refreshments will be available.
Adult Session – Drugs Uncovered: What Parents Need to Know
Drugs Uncovered introduces parents to the current trends regarding alcohol, tobacco and other drugs; health risks associated with adolescent use/abuse; the North Carolina alcohol laws and parental responsibility; and techniques for open communication and dialog with adolescents.
Youth Session – For the Health of It!
Grade Level: 6th – 8th
Students will discover how using drugs and alcohol can damage their brains and bodies. This class is centered around interactive activities that focus on “showing and not telling” kids how their brains are affected by alcohol and drug (inhalants, marijuana) use. Real life scenarios are used to help students analyze how a “drugged” brain affects their actions and decision-making skills. Students will also engage in role-play, reinforcing refusal skills.
Attending the event is free of charge. Please RSVP by Thursday, January 10 by clicking here.
Questions? Please call Mary Pearce at (252) 430-1330 or email mary.pearce@cardinalinnovations.org.