In an effort to take a proactive approach against the tragedies of teen substance abuse, Imagine Programs hosted a "Community Awareness Night" on Tuesday, October 16. The evening included a panel of professionals in the field sharing their expertise on teen substance abuse, personal testimonies from parents and teens, and general information about local community resources. The event was organized and sponsored by P.O.R.T., Imagine's support group for Parents of Recovering Teens.

The exceptional turnout and enthusiastic response from the audience indicated the need for such an event. So that more people might benefit from the valuable information that was shared, we're making available some of the talks that were presented.

Speakers from Community Awareness Night

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Introduction 2:09
Jim Savage, LCDC, Director of Imagine Programs 18:06
Sabina Stern, LMSW, LCDC - Collin County Substance Abuse Program Director 18:25
The Honorable John Payton, Collin County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3-2 29:31
A Parent of a Recovering Teen 12:33

Click HERE for an article in the Plano Star Courier about the event.

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