The PEOPLE Chronicles Radio
The PEOPLE Chronicles Radio
Community Education yields Community Solutions
Community Education yields Community Solutions
Community Education yields Community Solutions
Monday 10th October 2016
Discover how Drew Eisenhauer and COCA use community education to address addiction and foster collaboration among county agencies.
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Get the buttons here!Drew Eisenhauer on Tackling Addiction Through Community Education
The solution is only going to be as strong as its weakest link. It's going to have to start with awareness and putting aside the shame that is so paramount when we deal with addictive disease, because after all, we are dealing with human lives and we are dealing with the potential fatality if we don't do anything.
Imagine a community where everyone understands addiction and works together to find solutions. That's the vision Drew Eisenhauer, a consultant for the Council on Chemical Abuse (COCA), brings to life in this episode of 'Your Bridge to Addiction Resources'. For 15 years, Drew has been at the helm of COCA's annual conference, ensuring it addresses the most pressing issues in addiction and provides actionable solutions.
He believes that addiction is woven into many facets of society and that only through education and awareness can we effectively tackle it. The conference is a cornerstone event for COCA, drawing parents, school personnel, and professionals to learn about drug and alcohol issues, as well as process addictions. Drew emphasizes that addiction should be treated as an illness, free from the stigma that often surrounds it.
Families, who are usually the first to deal with addiction, play a crucial role in addressing it. COCA's mission is to foster these conversations and create a supportive environment for those affected. Drew also highlights the importance of collaboration between various county agencies like children and youth services, juvenile probation, adult probation, and the court systems. These agencies often deal with the aftermath of addiction and are vital in creating a comprehensive support network.
By tying these agencies together, COCA aims to build a stronger, more effective response to addiction. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding how community education can lead to real solutions in the fight against addiction.