Prevention

School, Employer, & Community Presentations

CADA Educators can make one-time presentations to educate groups about the dangers and effects of substance abuse. Let us tailor a presentation for YOUR group. For employers this is an excellent addition to any substance abuse Employee Assistance Plan and a great way to promote a safe and drug-free environment.

Too Good For Drugs (TGFD)

Skill development is at the core of Too Good for Drugs, a universal social and emotional learning-focused prevention program designed to mitigate the risk factors and enhance protective factors related to alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) use. The program introduces and develops social and emotional skills for making healthy choices, building positive friendships, communicating effectively, and resisting peer pressure.

Too Good for Drugs teaches five essential social and emotional learning skills, which research has linked with healthy development and academic success:

Goal Setting
Decision Making
Identifying and managing emotions
Bonding with pro-social peers
Communicating effectively

CADA teaches TGFD & TGFDV in both public and private schools throughout Greater New Orleans, as well as summer camps in partnership with the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORDC).

Partnership for Success (SPF)

Partnership for Success is an interactive prevention program developed for the youth of the Greater New Orleans area. Ideal for young people who are interested in communications, public health, and leadership opportunities. The purpose of this influential program is for youth ages 9-20 to take an active role in their social emotional learning through evidence-based programming and youth led substance abuse and underage drinking prevention programs.

Schools and community-based programs can choose one or both levels of involvement in this FREE offering:

Large Group Level
- Universal Prevention/ Social Emotional Learning (SEL) training delivered to entire class or group.
- This level utilizes the Program Manager as a facilitator for Life-Skills Training
Small Group Level
- Youth Advisory Team where a committee of student/youth leaders work to create a public health awareness campaign for their peers.
- This program utilizes the Program Manager as a moderator and liaison.