SAMSHA - Family information

The Anti-Drug - Parenting against alcohol and drug prevention

Drug FREE America - General drug and alcohol education

Time to Talk - Parenting against alcohol and drug prevention

Stop Underage Drinking - Underage drinking information

NIDA - Federal site fo drug information

NIAAA - Federal site for information on alcohol

Prevention First - resources and trainings for Illinois. Free resources.

Illinois Drug Education Alliance - a grassroots, volunteer, state-wide coalition against alcohol and drug abuse.

Chestnut Health Systems - Alcohol and drug prevention and treament.

Click here to print a Tips for Parents - a brochure to help parents talk to their children about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

  • How can a person best talk with youth about alcohol?
    According to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), these tips work.
    • Open, trusting communication is essential
    • If your child feels comfortable talking openly with you, you have a greater chance of guiding him/her toward healthy decision making.
    • Encourage conversation.
    • Listen without interruption.
    • Ask open-ended questions.
    • How does he/she feel about what you're discussing?
    • Control your emotions.
    • Try not to respond with anger, instead, "I'm concerned.."
    • Make every conversation a "win-win" experience.
    • Dont lecture; show respect for their viewpoint.

  • Do you know Illinois' Social Host Law?
    As of fall of 2007, adults who provide alcohol to minors or who knowingly allow persons under the age of 21 to consume alcohol at a private residence can be charged with a Class 4 felony, punishable by 1 to 3 years in prison, and fines up to $25,000 if someone is killed or injured as a result.


  • Do you know the Madison County Sheriff's anonymous Tipline can be used to report underage drinking violations at 618-296-3000?

    • Chestnut Health Systems is fiscal agent for Team 10 DFC Coalition

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