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RADA is . . .
RADA works closely with the Roslyn Public Schools and the Roslyn Parent Associations to increase parental awareness and provide information on alcohol and drug abuse through co-sponsorship of community forums. RADA also sponsors school assemblies dealing with a variety of drug/alcohol and self-esteem issues and works with the district in providing drug awareness programs and personal development workshops.
Prevention through education and community involvement is our greatest tool. Issues regarding drugs and alcohol in our homes, schools and community affect children at all stages of life.
Get Involved
Learn to Communicate
Walk the Walk
Lay Down the Law
Praise and Reward
To find out more, visit these websites:
PARENTING SKILLS:
21 TIPS & IDEAS TO HELP YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE
1.Establish "together time".
2.Don't be afraid to ask.
3.Try to be there after school when your child gets home.
4.Eat together as often as possible.
1.Be absolutely clear that you don't want your kids doing drugs.
2.Be a better listener.
3.Give honest answers.
4.Use TV reports, commercials, etc. to introduce the subject in a natural way.
5.Don't react in a negative way to discussions.
6.Role play and practice ways to refuse drugs and alcohol.
1.Be a living example.
2.Know that "Do as I say, not as I do" doesn't work.
3.Examine your own behavior.
1.Create laws.
2.Set a curfew.
3.Have kids check in at regular times.
4.Call parents whose home is to be used for a party.
5.Make it easy for your child to leave a party if they feel uncomfortable.
6.Listen to your instincts.
1.Reward good behavior.
2.Accentuate the positive.
www.theantidrug.com or call 1.800.788.2800.
www.drugfreeamerica.org
More Answers to Your Questions about Drugs and Alcohol
National Institute on Drug Abuse of the National Institutes of Health.
Mothers Against Drug Driving
Nassau County Dept of Drug & Alcohol Services: 516.572.1900
Daytop Village & Daytop Family Association
MADD Long Island
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center
Port Counseling Center Inc
Long Island Council on Alcohol & Drug Dependence
Long Island Medical Center
Additional Community Outreach and Information:
East Williston-Roslyn Community Coalition for Drug-Free Youth
For information about alcohol abuse:
How to Teach Your Child About Drugs:
Age-appropriate advice is available in this online publication from the U.S. Department of Education:
GROWING UP DRUG FREE . . . A Parent's Guide to Prevention
If you or anyone you know needs help with a drug or alcohol related problem, here are some local resources:
Nassau County Drug & Alcohol Helpline: 516.481.4000
2075 New York Avenue
Huntington Station, NY 11746
631.531.2117
33 Walt Whitman Road Suite 235
Huntington Station, NY 11746
631.547.MADD
Manhasset Community Day Center
1355 Northern Blvd
Manhasset, NY 11030
516.627.5002
480 Old Westbury Road
Roslyn Heights
516.626.1971
225 Main Street
Port Washington, NY 11050
516.767.1133
207 Hillside Avenue
Williston Park, NY 11596
516.747.2606
366 Jericho Tpke
Mineola, NY 11501
516.742.4015