Prevention Programs for Adults

Never too old to
learn something new.

Adults and senior citizens are the focus of these programs, since they play a very important role in the health of our community. The trained Prevention Specialists at The Southwest Council are ready to provide educational presentations and programs to adults in the communities we serve.

Explore Programs for Adults

Don’t Get Vaped In

A presentation that can be given to youth & adults which provides detailed information on the harmful effects of vaping and nicotine. This is available as a standard presentation as well as a KAHOOT presentation.

Coping with
Work & Family Stress

Work is stressful, families can be stressful, and when the two collide together it creates even more stress. That’s where Coping with Work & Family Stress comes in. This evidence based program helps participants understand the types of stress we go through as well as learn healthy ways to handle stress through communication, healthy decision making, and understanding how we perceive an issue. This program is for adults 18 and older and is a 12 session program that is an hour and a half each session.

Account Secure Dispose

A common problem for seniors is having medications that are expired or no longer needed, but never reevaluated. Properly accounting and securing medications is an increasing issue. Estimates of more than 70 percent of prescription painkiller abusers say they get their drugs from family and friends, with or without their knowledge. Our answer is to have a regular "brown bag" checkup with your pharmacist.

NJ Just Facts

A presentation for youth or adults about the recent legalization of marijuana in New Jersey, what the laws entail, the effects/risks of marijuana use, and the various marijuana products being distributed.

Narcan Training

Free trainings and education on how to administer the opiate antidote Narcan® to reverse a heroin/opioid overdose. Participants who successfully complete the training will receive a free naloxone kit.

WISE

A six-week wellness project designed to celebrate healthy aging, and offer health information and resources for seniors. The six lessons cover a wide range of topics, including healthy lifestyle choices, risk factors, prescription drug use, ATOD prevention and ways to celebrate this exciting stage of life and the benefits that come with it.
Learn more about programs for Seniors.

Mental Health and You

A multi-part series of presentations regarding the importance of mental health, coping strategies, body image, and the impact of alcohol and other substances have on mental health.

Prom Toolkit

A presentation about the importance of choosing safe after-prom celebration, the dangers of underage drinking, and ways to say no.

Creating &
Maintaining Boundaries

This hour long presentation discusses the importance of creating boundaries with people we interact with whether that is friends, family, or colleagues, and how to maintain those boundaries. A boundary set does not mean we do not care, it shows we care enough to create a safe space for ourselves and others.

Current Drug and Alcohol Trends

This is a presentation that focuses on current drug trends and statistics seen within our community. It is used to inform the community as well as prevent the use of drugs and alcohol within the youth population.

Alcohol Presentations

This presentation is about the dangers of underage drinking, the effects on the body, and the legal penalties for underage drinking.

Youth Athlete Injury Education

A presentation focused on informing coaches and athletes about the reality of potential injuries as well as the risks of opioid use as treatment.

Additional
Presentations

The Southwest Council also provides educational services for professionals, businesses, and community groups. These trainings and workshops are available to increase awareness of factors leading to substance misuse and train individuals on prevention strategies.

Some of the trainings we offer include:
•   Motivational Interviewing
•   SBIRT
•   Fake ID Training
•   Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace

We also serve as the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center for Cape May, Cumberland, and Salem Counties.