Prevention is most crucial

Prevention is a effective approach as it involves investing in education and empowerment, which can reduce the need for expensive treatment and recovery interventions later on. By implementing prevention strategies on a large scale, we can create a widespread impact, fostering a culture that discourages substance abuse and promotes healthier behaviors. The emphasis of prevention is on long-term well-being, empowering individuals to make informed choices and develop healthy coping mechanisms.

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We will help you get there

The Substance Use Prevention Integration Center at Kenneth Young (SUPIC) provides services for the integration of substance use prevention strategies in Youth Programming using:

Information dissemination

Education

Alternatives

Environmental factors

Problem identification and referral processes

Community-based processes

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We part­ner with com­mu­ni­ties to sup­port peo­ple of all ages to nav­i­gate life’s chal­lenges through personalized pre­ven­tion, inter­ven­tion, treat­ment, and recovery. We have joined forces with the Illinois Department of Human Services to bring you this program.

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Prevention Services

Kenneth Young Center works with schools and community agencies to offer healthy choic­es for youth ages 10 – 17 and young adults 18 – 25 through edu­ca­tion, aware­ness of health issues, pol­i­cy change, com­mu­ni­ty col­lab­o­ra­tion, and evi­dence-based pro­grams that sup­port sub­stance use prevention.

Men­tal Health Services

Mental health concerns vary in intensity. Kenneth Young Center provides support regardless of clients' ability to pay, offering assistance for short-term needs or long-term therapy. Click here to learn about their Good Faith Estimate policy.

Old­er Adult Services

Kenneth Young Center provides in-home assessments and services for older adults in Elk Grove and Schaumburg townships. They also offer assistance and referrals for adults with disabilities. Their goal is to help older adults live independently, and they are committed to supporting aging adults in the community as a SAGECare Credentialed Agency.

LGBTQ+ Cen­ter

At the LGBTQ+ Center at Kenneth Young, we offer youth programs, advocacy, professional trainings, and community events. Young adults can find social opportunities, job support, and networking through our North Suburban Pride Network

Sub­stance Use Recovery

Kenneth Young Center provides individualized care for substance use disorder recovery. They offer clinical behavioral health services and non-clinical support groups for both youth and adults, allowing clients to choose the program that best suits their needs and goals.

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Let's be partners!

We can create a healthy, safe, supportive, and productive community together.
Let us join our efforts!

Ready to use resources for youth and parents

Training for substance use prevention

Shared learning experiences

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FAQs

How much does it cost?

It's free! This program is funded by partnership between Kenneth Young Center and Illinois Department of Human Services- Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Division.

How long is the training?

The training is between an hour to two hours. All training can be tailored to meet the needs of your community and time your team has available. Fill out the contact us form above and one of our prevention experts will get back to you to continue the conversation.

How will this facilitate my career growth?

Our experts will work with you to help you help you gain knowledge in the prevention field and stay current with trends.

How will you help me integrate this knowledge into my programming?

One of our prevention experts will engage with you to assess specific local needs and to brainstorm potential ways to meet those needs. This could include (but would not be limited to) access to prevention materials, training, and technical assistance.

Who is this training targeted to?

The training is targeted to any agency, company or institution serving youth.

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