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A national 2008 survey found that about 40 percent of adults ages 65 and older drink alcohol. Older adults can experience a variety of problems from drinking alcohol, especially those who take certain medications, have health problems, drink heavily. There are special considerations facing older adults who drink, including increased sensitivity to alcohol. Aging can lower the body’s tolerance for alcohol. Older adults generally experience the effects of alcohol more quickly than when they were younger. This puts older adults at higher risks f...
Episodes of heavy alcohol consumption leading to intoxication are associated with many health and safety problems, including unintentional injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence and alcohol poisoning. Binge drinking, as defined by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration), is drinking 5 or more alcoholic drinks on the same occasion on at least 1 day in the past 30 days, and this study shows just how dangerous it is for underage drinkers. Adolescent binge drinking can disrupt gene regulation and brain development...
There will be a follow up meeting on April 30th, 2015, from 7pm to 8pm at the Fairview High School Cafeteria. We will be presented with the Project Safe Streets, will continue our discussion on how to work as a community to prevent bullying, and work on increasing support and participation for Fairview Stand for our Youth. If you have questions, concerns or would like to help, please contact Missy Smies at 433-4097 or [email protected]....
Sunday, April 12th, the Fairview for our Youth committee and the Richland County Partnership for Promise held a "Daddy-Daughter" Dance for area school aged girls and their male mentors. It was held at the Fairview High School Gym, where Prom had been held the night before. Using the prom decorations for the background, music, dancing, karaoke and a photo booth provided activities and entertainment. Professional photographs were also available before the dance and each girl was given a...
We would like to invite you to a Candlelight Vigil on January 23, 2015, at 7pm at the Richland County Courthouse steps, as a memorial to those who have been lost because of alcohol or drugs. This event kicks off National Drug Fact week, January 26th through February 1st, and aims to bring awareness to the dangers of drugs and alcohol on individuals and their families. This year’s Fact Week is intended to Shatter the Myths of alcohol and drugs. Candles will be available at the event and donations will be accepted to help the 7th Judicial A...
We would like to invite you to a Candlelight Vigil on January 23, 2015, at 7pm at the Richland County Courthouse steps, as a memorial to those who have been lost because of alcohol or drugs. This event kicks off National Drug Fact week, January 26th through February 1st, and aims to bring awareness to the dangers of drugs and alcohol on individuals and their families. This year’s Fact Week is intended to Shatter the Myths of alcohol and drugs. Candles will be available at the event and donations will be accepted to help the 7th Judicial A...
As we plan for our Holiday events, many are also planning their want lists of wine and spirits, foods and traditions. While making those plans, make time to talk to your kids about the meaning of the season and what is important to you and your family, and then find out what has been important to them in past, present and future Holidays. These times in our lives and theirs, is when we impress on them our traditions and what we truly hold dear. Let us make sure that they know they are part of that, as well as their beliefs and needs during the...
Please consider donating a decorated wreath or tree for this year’s event! This benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Richland County, BPA of Sidney High School and the Family Resource Center. This year, the Parade of Trees is a little different, so here are answers to some frequently asked questions: Q) Where do we get a Donation Form? Where do we return them? A) You can pick up and return your forms to the Customer Service Counter at Reynolds Market. Should you need assistance in filling out your form, please ask for Libby. Q) When are the f...
Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country. Many start and end dates of the celebration vary due to organizations or communities, such as ours in Richland County, but they are mainly held the last full week in October. Richland County will celebrate Red Ribbon Week November 3-7, 2014. This year’s theme is Love Yourself, Be Drug Free. It is important for all of us to know that in fact, more kids DO NOT use substances, than do use. It seems that our focus has always been on telling children what NOT to d...
Children and adolescents who use alcohol and drugs at an early age are more likely to face problems with substance use as adults, according to a new SAMHSA Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) Report. Past studies have shown an association between consuming alcohol for the first time at an early age and misuse, abuse, or dependency later in life. Evidence now shows that early use of other substances – including marijuana, cocaine, and other psychostimulants and inhalants – pose similar long-term risks to the individual. These findings hig...
The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to enjoy. The carnival will be held Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Richland County Fair Event Center. The groups are currently looking for community organizations to rent a booth for the carnival. We are looking for face painters, food vendors, carnival games and bounce...
The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to enjoy. The carnival will be held Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Richland County Fair Event Center. The groups are currently looking for community organizations to rent a booth for the carnival. We are looking for face painters, food vendors, carnival games and bounce...
Engaging in frequent conversations with your children is a proven defense in preventing substance abuse among youth. And when it comes to finding the perfect setting for these important talks, there is no need to go any further than the kitchen table. Teen surveys conducted by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) consistently show that the more often kids eat dinner with their families, the less likely they are to drink, smoke or use other drugs. In 2011, the CASA Teen Survey specifically revealed that 12 to 17-year-olds...
The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to enjoy. The carnival will be held Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Richland County Fair Event Center. The groups are currently looking for community organizations to rent a booth for the carnival. We are looking for face painters, food vendors, carnival games and bounce...
The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to enjoy. The carnival will be held Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Richland County Fair Event Center. The groups are currently looking for community organizations to rent a booth for the carnival. We are looking for face painters, food vendors, carnival games and bounce...
A group of local youth attended the National Youth Leadership Initiative this summer held by the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America. During the conference, the youth learned about strategies for prevention work in communities as well as skills to assess and work as leaders in their community. The girls worked together starting in May to raise funds for their trip. With those proceeds, they were also able to enjoy a day at Disney World after the conference had concluded. Each attendant has...
The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to enjoy. The carnival will be held Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Richland County Fair Event Center. The groups are currently looking for community organizations to rent a booth for the carnival. We are looking for face...
The thrill is in the air, calendars are out, enrollment is approaching and the school supplies are ready to be purchased! For many, it is a great time of year, but for others it is an anxiety- ridden ride for parents and children. There are many reasons back to school can be hard for a lot people. Homework, busy schedules, teachers, bullies, athletics; it can all be stressful. Am I good enough to play this year? Will I always be in trouble for my homework again? I don’t want to be next to that other kid in my class because he always makes f...
The thrill is in the air, calendars are out, enrollment is approaching and the school supplies are ready to be purchased! For many, it is a great time of year, but for others it is an anxiety- ridden ride for parents and children. There are many reasons back to school can be hard for a lot people. Homework, busy schedules, teachers, bullies, athletics; it can all be stressful. Am I good enough to play this year? Will I always be in trouble for my homework again? I don’t want to be next to that other kid in my class because he always makes f...
As we ended the school year and heard that big sigh of relief from students, parents and teachers for another year done, we need to remember the summer months are just as important as the school year when it comes to keeping our children busy and connected with friends, family and activities. This is the time of year sleeping late, video games and lounging around are daily occurrences for many children. Getting outside for healthy activities is crucial for a child’s well-being, but so is socially interacting with friends and community. It curbs...
On this Fourth of July, make your celebration a teachable moment for the youth in your family and community by making the decision to drink responsibly. Binge drinking is the third leading cause of preventable deaths. Binge drinking is defined as five or more drinks in a single bout for men and 4 or more for women. The top three causes of these deaths are motor vehicle crashes, homicides and falls. During this time of year, it can also cause drowning, boat crashes and burns from fireworks or campfires. When people binge drink, they are unaware...
As we celebrate Fathers and Father Figures, we would like to thank them for the gift that keeps on giving…being a positive role model for their children and the children in our community. The fact is, children with fathers or father figures that are active and positive in their lives, are more likely to be happy, healthy and live productive, substance abuse free lives. These tips are some of the best things we can do for our children: Respect your children’s mother, even if you are no longer together. Spend as much time with your children as...
16,000 deaths this year in the United States will be attributable to excessive alcohol use. In 2006, there were more than 1.2 million emergency room visits and 2.7 million physician office visits due to excessive drinking. That costs 223.5 billion dollars! Alcohol use is the 3rd leading lifestyle-related cause of death for our nation. (CDC) A standard drink is any drink that contains 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol. This is found in one 12-ounce beer (5% alcohol content), 8-ounce malt liquor drink (7% alcohol content), 5-ounces of wine (12% alcohol...
As parents, we always worry about our kids, their future and if we are doing the best for them. Now, it is proven that the earlier we begin the discussion on alcohol use, the better the chances they will wait to try alcohol and the less likely they will have problems with abuse or dependence. Teens that experiment with alcohol before age 15 are four times more likely to become alcohol dependent when they are older than those that wait until age 20. (NCADD, 2014) This is why education and prevention are so critically important to reducing...
