The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc.                                                   and           Pennsylvania Recovery Organization --      Achieving Community Together (PRO-ACT)  Recovery in Our Communities October 7, 2014      Like us on Facebook                                   www.councilsepa.org                       Follow us on Twitter   Information and Recovery Support Line 24/7: 800-221-6333 Treatment without prevention  is simply unsustainable. Bill Gates OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PREVENTION MONTH Prevent Substance Use Before It Begins!   In 2011, President Obama issued the first-ever Presidential Proclamation designating October as National Substance Abuse Prevention Month.  The tradition continues in 2014 as parents, youth, schools and community leaders across the country join this month-long observance of the role that prevention plays in promoting safe and healthy communities.  As the Proclamation states:  "Preventing substance abuse before it begins is the most effective way to eliminate the damage caused by drugs and the abuse of alcohol."  Take appropriate action to promote prevention activities in your community.   To learn more about prevention, visit The Council's website  or call our Prevention Department at 215-230-8218. #14 DAYS ON THE WAGON - CBS Leads Nationwide Movement Recognizing People In Recovery and Those Still Struggling CBS is leading a movement to spend two weeks free of alcohol and recreational drugs in recognition of the millions of people who are struggling with addiction, as well as the millions of people living in long term recovery.  Watch the  CBS Challenge Video, and use #14days to share your experiences.  The official start date was yesterday, but there is still plenty of time to "jump on the wagon."   AT THE CENTERS "Minute For Moms" at SBRCC, 286 Veterans Hwy, D-6, Bristol Support group for Moms and "Moms to be" discussing parenting, healthy relationships and support networks.  2nd Wed. of every month.  Next meeting is 10/8 @ 6pm. Call 215-788-3738 or email Karen for more information.   "Beating The Blues" at PRCC, 1701 W. Lehigh Ave. Philadelphia.  A free 8-session program on how to handle stress and anxiety, while viewing life in a more positive way.  Mondays, 12:30-2:00 PM, commencing October 20th. Sign up now.  Call 215-223-7700 to register or ask questions. "Expanding Your Recovery Toolkit" at CBRCC, Bailiwick Unit 12 252 W Swamp Rd, Doylestown.  Learn from peers sharing their own recovery journey and free pizza!  Call 215-345-6644 or email Rick for more information. Some Upcoming Events Oct. 15th: Meet The Council Open House, 8 - 9 am at 252 West Swamp Road, Bailiwick Office Campus, Unit 12, Doylestown, PA 18901 Oct. 28th:  Overdose Education Advisory Board, 5-7pm at 252 W. Swamp Rd., Bailiwick Office Campus, Unit 12, Doylestown, PA 18901.  Email David Fialkofor more information. Employment Opportunities: Please click here

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