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Ep. 279 - Home Test Kits: DFCA's Innovative Response to a Pandemic
Ep. 279 - Home Test Kits: DFCA's Innovative Response to a Pandemic
Ep. 279 - Home Test Kits: DFCA's Innovative Response to a Pandemic
Friday 1st May 2020
Discover how DFCA adapted to the pandemic with home test kits and virtual support to keep students drug-free. Listen now on Cover2 Resources.
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Get the buttons here!Keeping Teens Drug-Free: DFCA's Pandemic Response with Home Test Kits
We didn't want to just wash our hands and say: okay, well, schools are closed, so we can't provide the drug testing component of drug-free clubs.
When the world turned upside down due to the pandemic, many programs had to pivot, and Drug-Free Clubs of America (DFCA) was no exception. In this episode of Cover2 Resources, Angie Ferguson, the Executive Director of DFCA, shares how the organization adapted to keep its mission alive. Originally an in-school, student-led initiative that rewarded drug-free students, DFCA faced a significant challenge when schools closed. How could they continue their work without in-person interactions?
The solution was both innovative and practical: home test kits. Partnering with PSI Labs, DFCA provided parents with drug test cups to use at home, ensuring that students could still be tested even when schools were shut. But it wasn't just about the tests. DFCA also rolled out virtual education and support to keep students engaged and motivated.
Angie discusses the hurdles they faced, including the tricky issue of secondhand nicotine exposure and how they managed to address it without overwhelming parents. This episode is a testament to the resilience and creativity of those fighting against opioid addiction, even in the face of a global crisis. Angie Ferguson's insights offer a look into how DFCA's strategies evolved and what lessons were learned along the way.
If you're curious about how community-driven initiatives can adapt and thrive under pressure, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear about the challenges, triumphs, and ongoing efforts of DFCA to keep students drug-free during these unprecedented times.