College Connection
College Connection is an outpatient Alcohol and Drug program that provides opportunities for young people to process their use, understand their preoccupation and determine alternatives that will enhance their lives emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
It is an extension of the Teens In Control program developed by Shelly Dutch, Director and Founder, for young people that have had difficulty with drugs and/or alcohol.
College Connection is facilitated by therapists and recovering young people. Mentors provide motivation and support to enjoy life and be productive. Their energy and zest for natural highs are reinforcement for each young adult dealing with AODA issues. The focus is finding alternatives to alcohol and drugs and helping college students and young adults find healthy ways to deal with stress and to socialize in a sober environment.
The College Connection program is reccomended for students or young people who:
- Are concerned about their use
- Have experienced legal consequences
- Have a family history of alcoholism or drug addiction
- Have low self-esteem
- Suffer from lack of motivation as a result of use
- Are preoccupied with drinking or using
- Show increased tolerance
- Have physical or emotional issues related to use
- Have family or peer concern
- Have experienced memory loss due to using
- Continue to use despite adverse consequences
Our program provides
- AODA Assessments
- Education and support
- Individual and Group Therapy
- Sober activities to meet other 18-25 year olds
- Introduction to self-help groups
- Alternatives to alcohol and drugs
- Support with relationship issues, Eating disorders, and other struggles young people often face
- Opportunities to speak about personal growth & experiences to help others in the community
- Help with employment issues, and new job listings
- Yoga and relaxation sessions
- Introduction to alternative Healing modalities