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Parents and guardians, caregivers, teachers, coaches, representatives from community agencies, medical professionals, clergy and community members spanning all walks of life, working together to help guide our  youth and their families toward healthy lifestyles.
 
 

Who Are We?
Since 2002, SPAN-DS has been working to promote awareness and implement resources that will help to reduce substance abuse in the D-S community.  SPAN-DS presently includes staff members of DSHS and DSMS, representatives from local law enforcement agencies and faith communities, middle and high school youth and parents.

Our Goals
SPAN-DS seeks to:

  • prevent and decrease substance abuse in our communities, especially among youth.
     

  •  help build networks among parents, students, and other individuals that will:

    •  Heighten awareness

    • Promote responsible behaviors

    • Encourage strong support systems.

Rationale
Young adults who abuse alcohol and other drugs are at higher risk for academic under-achievement, significantly increase their likelihood of developing health problems, and can face severe legal consequences.  

Research confirms that these trends are most effectively impacted through the concerned efforts of the community at large. It is our goal to offer visible and practical community wide support in an effort to encourage individuals to choose not to abuse alcohol or drugs.
 
        Last Updated : 03/20/2009          Questions or Comments on Content:  spanDS@verizon.net