An interactive one hour presentation designed to teach students about the different types of prescription drugs, how they work and how to stay safe.
An interactive one hour presentation designed to teach students about the impact of marijuana on the developing teen brain, the effects of high potency marijuana and how to be safe as it relates to the growing prevalence of marijuana products that can often be difficult to identify.
An interactive one hour presentation designed to teach students about the impact of alcohol on the body and brain, how to manage peer pressure and how to cope with stress and anxiety in a healthy manner.
The Alliance provides SMART Recovery online, 7 days a week.
SMART Recovery (link: https://www.smartrecovery.org/) is a fresh approach to addiction recovery.
SMART stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training. This is more than an acronym: it is a transformative method of moving from addictive substances and negative behaviors to a life of positive self-regard and willingness to change.
The Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities is dedicated to ensuring the health and wellness of all residents of Oakland County including the overall wellness among older adults (age 55 and older) by providing:
A collaborative between the Alliance and Oakland University, this project utilizes the Science of the Positive to address mental health among OU students and reduce stigma. Using Positive Norm as the campaign mascot, this campaign seeks to educate about student norms surrounding mental health, seeking help and supporting friends. This campaign also addresses other issues such as substance use and student engagement on campus.
An elementary school aged activity program to promote health and wellness practices and strategies for 3rd to 5th graders that engage families through downloadable Fun Activity Guides.
In an effort to engage youth in prevention and coalition leadership, the Alliance began a youth initiative in 2016. With input from young people from across Oakland County, PEEPs (Peers Educating and Empowering Peers) was formed. This unique group brings together coalition youth members to promote healthy lifestyles through prevention education across Oakland County with a special focus on youth empowering events.
Naloxone (Narcan) is a medication used to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. It can quickly restore breathing and prevent brain damage or death in cases of opioid overdose. It is an important tool in the treatment of opioid addiction and is often carried by first responders, emergency medical personnel, and family members of those with opioid use disorder.
The Alliance provides exceptional recovery support through Resolve, which is focused on restoring the health and hope of people in recovery and their families. By providing education, tools and support, Resolve addresses the unique issues related to substance misuse recovery.
This program can be used in conjunction with Certified Peer Recovery Coaches, outpatient therapy or as a stand-alone option for many individuals seeking support on how to lead a healthy and successful recovery lifestyle.