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Substance Abuse
Resources for Maine parents and community partners to help reduce underage alcohol use and keep teens safe go to: www.maineparents.net
Resources for prevention programs, treatment programs general research and education on substance abuse in Maine go to: www.maine.gov/dhhs/osa/
Mainely Parents is a Statewide Day One prevention program with National affiliation to Circle of Parents. Mainely Parents serves over 4000 families per year through FREE mutual support groups, newsletters, education classes, advocacy and a statewide toll-free Talk-line for parents under stress.
21 Reasons (formerly Portland CMCA) is a coalition based on the CMCA model.* It is a task force made up of individuals and organizations with a common goal: to strengthen policy, enforcement & community norms for the safe and drug-free development of our youth.
Information, Presentations and Resources on Teenage Drinking:
Listen to a Public Service Announcement from Stephanie Anderson Click Here or watch it by clicking here. (Quick Time Player Needed)
View a PDF Presentation on Maine Liquor Laws Click Here *
View a PDF Presentation for Parents on Teen Drinking Click Here *
