Provides information, education and prevention programs about alcohol and drug abuse and alcoholism including the symptoms of alcohol, drug abuse and addiction, screening and diagnostic procedures and methods of treatment. Also makes referrals to available support groups for drug abuse, alcoholism and gambling addictions. Provides information about smoking cessation as well as offers prevention classes for other organizations.

Provides evidence based substance abuse prevention and education services in schools and through community and summer youth programs.

Administrates Victim Impact Panel for DWI offenders, provides assistance to local SADD chapters, public awareness about drinking and driving, and funding for DWI road patrols and police equipment.

Program help identify the drug-impaired individuals, DRE skills are applied to many different law enforcement activities. Help differentiate between drug influence, medical and/or mental disorders. The certified DRE is an extremely valuable tool for combating the adverse impact of drugs on the communities we serve.

Offers a 4-fold program which educates and an outreach to students and their parents about alcohol/drug addiction. 1) An Eight-session Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug prevention program; 2) Individual and Group Counseling for students who may have alcohol or drug abuse issues; 3) Parent Programs to educate and promote awareness to parents, and to get them more involved in prevention; 4) Referral for students and parents who require treatment, more intensive counseling, or other services are referred to appropriate agencies or practitioners in the community.

Recovery Coaching program offers clients comprehensive support in all aspects of wellness and recovery. Working closely with certified professional coaches, clients learn how to build and utilize strengths to overcome potential challenges in sobriety.

Educates students on alcohol and drug abuse and offers helps to those who are struggling with addiction.

Educates students on alcohol and drug abuse and helps those who are struggling with addiction.

Provides information, education and treatment services to addicted persons and their family including structured intensive out-patient care and chemical dependency treatment. Licensed by The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (NYS OASAS).

Connects people with Counseling, Mental Health, Support Groups, Chemical Dependency, Rehabilitation, Employment Assistance, Primary Care, and Food Assistance. Helps those at risk of becoming addicted, already addicted, in recovery, and family members of those fighting addictions.

Four-session program for elementary school students that introduces the basic facts about alcohol and other drugs. Students learn techniques alcohol companies use to sell their products and about how to become wise consumers. Curriculum also includes cyber safety and how to be a good digital citizen.

Prevention program focusing on substance abuse, alcohol abuse and sexual abstinence education.

Provides one of the most vital units throughout the Sheriff’s office. Throughout the year, Community Relations Unit visits each Suffolk County School District as well as multiple clubs and various organizations. Its main goal is to bridge the gap between Law Enforcement and the members of the Community. CRU is responsible for implementing community outreach and school-based programs, organizing events, and promoting the Sheriff’s mission. The unit offers an array of Community and School-based programs free of charge for all Suffolk County schools, businesses, organizations, non-profits and agencies. Sample programs include: Youth Enlightenment Seminar (YES) Tours; At-risk Youth Jail Tour; Sandy Hook Promise: Say Something: Sandy Hook Promise Start With Hello; College Internship Program; Explorers Program; Gang Resistance & Education (GREAT) Program; STOPPED ("Drunk Buggies") Program; McGruff the Crime Dog; Drug and Vaping Awareness Programs; School & Building Vulnerability Assessments; CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Event) Presentation; Stop the Bleed; Operation Safe Child ID Cards; Senior Medical ID Card; Pet ID Cards; Project Lifesaver; Test, Don't Guess Drug & Alcohol Test Kits; Yellow Dot Program and Shed the Meds. Call for more detailed information.

Provides education and public awareness on the negative impacts of alcohol, drug and gambling addictions has on the individual, family and the community, along with the preventive and treatment services and resources available.

New mental health and substance use services, available with NYS Medicaid, give children / youth (under age 21) and their families the power to improve their health, well-being and quality of life. These services strengthen families, and help them make informed decisions about their care. Services are provided at home or in the community.

Educates high school students about alcohol and drug abuse and offers help if they are struggling with addiction.

Offers public awareness classes on alcohol and drug abuse for anyone interested.

Community-based prevention services for Town of Orangetown youth and their families at Tappan Zee High School and the Nyack Center. The center offers information, education, resources, stress reduction, referrals, assessment and short-term counseling. In a safe environment, youth can speak to professional staff regarding concerns, stress, and pressure in their lives related to their school, family, community, peers, and/or substance use.

Provides outreach and education about alcohol and drug addiction to at risk populations, community groups, associations, organizations, etc.

Educates youth about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, and ways in which to resist becoming involved with them, and helping those who are struggling with addiction.

Educates youth about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, and ways in which to resist becoming involved with them, and helping those who are struggling with addiction.

Offers a variety of programs on health issues throughout the year, including ENCARE, alcohol and drugs, driving education for schools, and also specific diseases, such as diabetes, cancer screenings, etc.

Provides information, education and treatment services to addicted persons and their family including structured intensive out patient care and chemical dependency treatment.Licensed by The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (NYS OASAS).

Provides a family/friends program that is free and open to the public. The program explores major aspects of the interaction of addiction and family dynamics -- family disease concept, responsibility, defining self, etc. This program is for anyone who knows and cares about a chemically dependent person.