Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is funding Coalitions as part of the Community Prevention & Wellness Initiative which focus the limited prevention resources to communities and provide long-term support for positive community change. Children of Alcoholics Week 1 - Week 2 - Week 3 "COA (or Children of Alcoholics) Awareness Week happens the 3rdweek of February each year. COA week breaks the silence and recognizes the unique set of challenges that children and teens face who are impacted by a family member's addiction. It is estimated that 1 in 7 Americans will struggle with addiction in their lifetimes, and what we know from recent polling data is that rates of substance use have increased during the pandemic. Many adults and teens are unable to meet with their support networks in person right now. Ultimately, children who are impacted by a family member's substance use or addiction may feel especially isolated, confused and alone. We want to let you know that you're not alone, and that, with the right support and understanding healing is possible. The time is more important now than ever to share hope and to connect with a trusted adult. Please don't forget these facts: Addictionis a disease. You can'tCure it You didn'tCause it You can notControl otherssubstance use You CAN talk about the problem You are not alone
If you are a student or parent of a student and would like more information please reach out to a Student Assistance Professional: Renee Partsch-Kingston High School rpartsch@nkschools.org
360.851.9645 Candace Vaal- North Kitsap High School Cvaal@nkschools.org 360.396.3958 Shawnee Hathaway-Ochs shathawayochs@bisd303.org 360.851.1204
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