SFP 10-14

Colorado State University and CSU Extension have partnered with Grand Futures Prevention Coalition to deliver the Strengthening Families Program 10-14 (SFP 10-14) in NE, SE, NW and SW Colorado to reduce opioid/drug use and other behavioral issues.

#1 Prevention Program for long-term effects on substance use and misuse
Designed by Iowa State to help parents/caregivers learn nurturing skills to support their child and how to effectively discipline and guide their youth
Gives youth a healthy future orientation and an increased appreciation of their parents/caregivers, while teaching skills for dealing with stress and peer pressure
Program will occur over seven weeks, one night per week for two hours and will be delivered by three certified facilitators per group

Interested or for more information,

PLEASE CONTACT:

Merrily Waldron

SFP 10-14 Coordinator, Partners

970-761-5189 merrily@partnersyouth.org

SFP 10-14

SFP 10-14 is a program where:

Families learn to manage emotions, set goals, avoid peer pressure, make better decisions and create better relationships. The program supports healthy, positive lifestyle choices as alternatives to substance abuse and other behavioral issues.

The evidence based curriculum:

helps parents/caregivers learn nurturing skills that support their children,
teaches parents/caregivers how to discipline in a positive way and guide their youth effectively
gives youth a healthy future orientation and an increased appreciation of their family members and themselves
teaches youth skills for dealing with stress and peer pressure.
builds communication, bonding, respectful behaviors from all sides and loving limits.

The World Health Organization named Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14 the #1 prevention program out of 6,000 programs analyzed for long-term effects on substance use and misuse.

STRENGTHENING FAMILIES PROGRAM 10-14

Build stronger families in 7 weekly sessions

SFP 10-14