Talking to Kids About Complex Topics MattersOpen, honest conversations with our children—especially about tough or complex subjects—lay the foundation for trust, understanding, and emotional well-being. When parents take the time to truly listen and explain, they empower their kids to face the world with confidence and clarity. These moments, even when difficult, show our children…
START TALKING BEFORE SHE HEADS OFF TO SCHOOL. It’s never too early to have a conversation about alcohol and other drugs. The sooner you talk about the dangers of underage drinking and substance use, the greater chance you have of influencing your child’s decisions about using alcohol and other drugs.
Talking with Your Kids About Vaping Vaping may look harmless, but it isn’t. Many e-cigarettes contain nicotine, which is highly addictive and can affect brain development in youth and young adults. Flavored products make vaping even more tempting for teens, and too often, kids underestimate the risks. As a parent, talking to your child about…
Talking with Your Kids: Communication Builds Safety One of the most important ways we can keep our children safe is by having open, honest conversations. Something as simple as asking, “Where are you going?” and “What will you be doing?” helps set expectations while letting your child know you care about their safety. When kids…
The Drug Free Communities Coalition initiative is a CHIN: Community Health Improvement Network program under the umbrella of The Montgomery Institute. The health and well-being of you and your family are our mission.
TMI/CHIN Drug Free Communities (DFC) is happy to kick off their drug education classes with Meridian High School boys’ PE classes. In these classes, the students will complete the Safety First course offered by Stanford Medicine REACH Lab and facilitated by Project Director Lacey Williams.
On December 6, 2024, the DFC board meeting was held at 11:30 AM at The Montgomery Institute to discuss the DFC mission, core measures, and project implementation strategies. The drug-free communities (DFC) support program funds coalitions to prevent and reduce substance use among youth. It is administered by the White House Office of National Drug…