Community Groups
 In January of 2006 The Lincoln Council on
Alcoholism and Drugs began a series of
community groups in Lincoln and Lancaster County with the specific purpose of addressing underage drinking and other substance abuse issues throughout the community. The goal was to establish groups based on each of the high school districts in Lancaster County. Although the focus was NOT necessarily to make it a school-based group, but to include neighborhood residents, faith partners, businesses, parents of incoming middle school students and and parents of elementary students. There are currently five urban groups, four rural groups, and one community-wide youth group. While the overall focus is to “create a positive community response to underage drinking and other substance abuse issues”, their mission and projects reflect the needs of their neighborhood giving each group their own distinct personality.
After a year and a half in existence, we have a lot to CELEBRATE! Participation continues to grow as the word spreads of our mission, but we still need to hear from you. Please bring your voice to the table, and network with other like-minded individuals who feel that underage alcohol use and the use of illicit drugs is not a healthy choice. Groups meet once a month for about an hour. If you’re interested in getting involved, click here.
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