St. Clair County youth risk behavior data shows the need to establish a new community prevention coalition. According to Lisa Ruddy, BS, CHES, Health Educator at the St. Clair County Health Department, all voices are needed at the table in order to work together to reduce risk factors for youth substance use. Substance use is at the root of many societal concerns, such as not graduating, behavioral issues, truancy, violence, or family problems. Preventing risky behaviors will impact the health, well-being and ultimately the lives of teens and the community around them. Together, she says we will prioritize substance use issues to tackle and develop a five-year comprehensive, community-owned plan to guide coalition efforts. They are looking for representation at all three planning sessions to help map out strategies that will improve the health of local youth. Mark your calendar and share with everyone you know. Lunch will be provided.
- May 3, 2019 from 11:00 am – 4:30 pm
St. Clair Technical Education Center (TEC) 499 Range Rd. Marysville, MI
- June 7, 2019 from 11:00 am – 4:30 pm
St. Clair Technical Education Center (TEC) 499 Range Rd. Marysville, MI
- July 11, 2019 from 11:00 am – 4:30 pm
Port Huron Areas School District McKinley Building 2720 Riverside Dr. Port Huron, MI
For more information and to RSVP, please visit www.scchealth.co or call (810) 987-5300. Follow us on social media @scchdmi.
