Program – The Center for Prevention & Counseling

Get Bully Smart

By Louie LavinFebruary 17, 2016Prevention, Program, Youth

This is an evidence-based 4 week program for 3rd – 5th graders that addresses bullying using interactive activities including skits, role playing, games and DVD scenarios. Topics include: Are You a Bully?, Help! I’m a Bully, Five Ways to Stop a Bully and Don’t Stand By! All components are designed to encourage students to practice assertiveness skills and promote a zero-tolerance policy toward bullying. Special handouts for teachers, parents and administrators provide useful reinforcement tools for the entire school community.

Botvins Life Skills Training

By Louie LavinFebruary 17, 2016Prevention, Program, Youth

Botvins Life Skills TrainingLST is comprehensive, dynamic and developmentally appropriate substance abuse and violence prevention program for youth in 3rd – 6th grade. This evidence based curriculum focuses on personal self-management skills, general social skills and drug resistance skills.Audience: 3rd – 6th gradeCost: Call for DetailsLength: Eight 45-minute sessions

Too Smart to Start

By Louie LavinFebruary 17, 2016Prevention, Program, Youth

Too Smart to Start addresses underage drinking using a research-based curriculum with interactive activities designed to engage students. Remote response clickers are utilized, group activities are conducted and fatal vision goggles are demonstrated when appropriate. This comprehensive program addresses alcohol and does so in a way that is educational and fun, thus encouraging students to be active participants. Additionally this workshop can be done with youth and parents together, thus allowing them to hear the same message and then be able to discuss the topic with a better understanding of the issues surrounding underage drinking.

Rx for Understanding

By Louie LavinFebruary 17, 2016Prevention, Program, Teens

Rx for Understanding is a five-week program utilizing NIDA for Teens activities and lessons designed to spark discussions with teens about the dangers of prescription drug misuse including prescription pain medication, stimulants and addiction. Students will understand the risks associated with the misuse of prescription medication, the science of addiction as well as how to identify local resources for further prevention, treatment and recovery options

Boy’s Council

By Louie LavinFebruary 17, 2016Boys, Prevention, Program, Youth

The Boy’s Council is a group for boys that focus on strengthening each boy individually and as a group in a safe, healthy, and positive manner. The goals of the group are to examine messages that are sent to males in today’s society, allow different options for self-expression and team experiences, and aide in building their own unique skill set. The boys will be engaged through thoughtful discussion and interactive activities as they touch upon such topics as competition, bullying, diversity, feelings, role models, violence, relationships, and decision making.

Hidden in Plain Sight

By Louie LavinFebruary 17, 2016Adults, Family, Program, Seniors

This 60-minute live virtual experience is intended for parents and other adults who care for youth, including school professionals, coaches, nurses, physicians and scout leaders. This virtual exhibit provides participants an opportunity to explore a mock teen’s bedroom to explain various trends of teen substance use, signs, symptoms and lingo in an effort to raise awareness about substance use disorders. The event also provides resources and tools for parents and community members to identify further prevention tips, treatment options and recovery services in Sussex County.

Project Alert: Drug Trend Update

By Louie LavinFebruary 17, 2016Adults, Family, Program, Seniors

These presentations discuss the signs and symptoms of drug abuse in our county, including the habits, language and current trends. There is also a separate program for addressing synthetic and emerging drug trends. Knowledge is a key ingredient in preventing substance abuse. Get involved reducing youth use of alcohol and other drugs in Sussex County.

Youth Leadership

By Louie LavinAugust 26, 2015Boys, Girls, Program, Teens, Youth

Youth Leadership Training introduces seven habits, using the Covey model, as they apply to teens and how each can enrich their lives and the lives of those around them. This concept applies the timeless principles to the teens and the tough issues and life-changing decisions they face on a daily basis. The Youth Leadership training […]

Boys Council

By Louie LavinAugust 26, 2015Boys, Program, Youth

Boys are challenged to be leadersBoys’ Council is a 10 week program. The boys were challenged in this group to be a leader for part of a session if that was something they wanted to work on for themselves, and at least ½ the boys stepped up for to the challenge and did a great job. […]

Girls Circle

By Louie LavinAugust 26, 2015Girls, Program, Youth

Girl’s Circle is an evidence-based program designed to meet the unique challenges teen girls face by creating a safe program structure that focusing on increasing positive social connections, building and strengthening self-esteem and developing resiliency. Essential life skills are taught through group discussions, team building games, role playing and creative writing.

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