New Website:

We are in the process of developing a new website incorporating the feedback that we have received and anticipate that it will be ready in November 2008. However, if you want to receive ongoing updates on events, new research or resources, please email Ingrid Gillespie and ask to be added to the email list. See Contact Us for Contact Information.

National Lock Your Meds Day
     Prescription drugs can improve health when used as prescribed. Therefore, many teens believe that they are a SAFE way to get HIGH. However, more than 3.1 million teens ages 12 to 17 report abusing prescription drugs.
      Seventy percent of children who abuse Rx drugs admit to getting them from family or friends.
      To help prevent Rx drug abuse, LFCRAC and its supporting state and local partners are supporting National Lock Your Meds Day on October 27th. For more information click here.

Did you know about these websites?
Family Guide: www.family.samhsa.gov

Partnership for a Drug-Free America: www.drugfree.org

National Institute on Drug Abuse: www.nida.nih.gov

For more information on these and other websites that provide great information and resources, click on Resources.

Are you looking for a treatment center?
1. Call us: We can give you information on local and regional treatment facilities. Ph: 203-356-1980 ext 7914
2. Treatment Center Locator Hotline: 1-800-662-4357 Toll Free Line. Open 24 hrs. They will assist you to locate treatment facilities in your area.
3. Can also go to www.dasis3.samhsa.gov to locate a treatment center.

September is Recovery Month
For more information on recovery supports (including Telephone Recovery Support), recovery centers and events go to: www.ccar.us.