Seeking Answers

Board Members:

Shearry Kridelbaugh, Chair

John Chamness, Vice Chair

Mary Chappius, Treasurer

Judy Lueders, Secretary

Jane Myers

Joan Robinson

Mike Bohnert

Time and Location of Seeking Answers

             Day: Every Wednesday

             Time: 7:15pm - 8:15pm

             Where: Perryville Area Career and Technology Center

In 2002 Seeking Answers was organized and added to the programs provided by the Perry County Community Task Force.  It gives support and assistance to 16-21 year old youth who are “Seeking Answers” to substance use issues.  This group not only provides support to the individuals involved, but also causes them to answer questions which may help them think twice before using substances again.  Topics include:

                              Addiction                                    Stress Management
                      Effects on the Body                           Taking Responsibility
                            Self-Esteem                                       Peer Pressure
                           Goal Setting                         Making Choices/Problem Solving
                           Change Plan                              Relapse Prevention Plan
                         Guest Speakers                              Alternative Lifestyles
 

Youth are provided with Perry Park Center passes to assist them with finding alternative behaviors to substance use.  Many youth are court mandated to attend the Seeking Answers Program.  Others attend at their parents' request, because of a friend who is attending, or just because they feel they need the support the program provides.  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselors are contracted with for their professional assistance.