Pediatric Offices screen for drug use disorders as part of a physical exam. Counsel your teen and tween patients about the risks and harms associated with alcohol and marijuana use.
Businesses hire youth, co-sponsor prevention programs, and maintain a zero-tolerance policy in the workplace. Liquor stores and tobacco retailers check IDs. All those who serve alcohol are required to complete the Responsible Beverage Service training, please contact SPC regional coalition about these trainings.
Youth Organizations and Faith Communities offer youth programs, co-sponsor prevention programs, and promote prevention among their members.
Law Enforcement use Best Practices for enforcing substance use laws and ordinances, serve as a school resource, and train Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).
Town Government enacts and funds the enforcement of ordinances and policies known to reduce and prevent underage substance.