Resources

For Parents

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) - MADD works to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes, and prevent underage drinking. Their website provides ways to take action, support groups, fact sheets, and a Power of Parents handbook.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism - For research on the impact of alcohol use on health and wellbeing, as well as publications for parents.
National Institute on Drug Abuse - For science-based drug facts and information about talking to your teens about drugs.
Natural High - For a drug prevention nonprofit that inspires and empowers youth to find their "natural high" and develop the skills and courage to live life well.
Partnership to End Addiction - An organization focused on partnering with families, professional, policymakers, and researchers to effectively address addiction on a national level.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - SAMHSA is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.

Above the Influence - information and resources for teens.
NIDA for Teens - Science-based information on teen drug use and its effects (games, articles, and videos available).
Just Think Twice - Drug facts and information, news and media, true stories, and consequences.
Red Ribbon Campaign - largest drug-abuse prevention campaign in the U.S.

ACCESS Program - Acute Crisis Care and Evaluation for Systemwide Services. Please click the link to find out more information, screening and referrals for mental health and substance use services and treatment for Alameda County residents. You may also call: 1-800-491-9099.
Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Prevention Provider Site - "Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services (BHCS) is proud to offer a high quality continuum of substance use treatment and prevention resources that treat addiction and promote life-long recovery from alcohol and drugs. We recognize the devastating impact of addiction in our community and, for many of us, in the lives of those we love and care for. Our treatment services include specializations for adolescents and adults, women, men, pregnant and post-partum women, and older adults."

If you are in need of emergency assistance, please call 911.