Kids often pay more attention to what adults do rather than what adults say. Leading by example and demonstrating responsible drinking when consuming around children helps them learn through role modeling how to handle alcohol when they are older.
Drink responsibly, it's as easy as one, two, three
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The standard drink
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For people on medications, pregnant, under the age of 21; or have certain health problems, 0 is always the recommended low-risk choice.
Substance use in children can most easily be predicted by three core measurements:
"I know some parents - if their kid has friends over at their house, then yeah, as long as they're here they can drink." - Anonymous Warren County Student
Actions speak louder than words
Binge drinking does not necessarily equal alcoholism and it can affect more than just young men. Binge drinking is predominantly a concern in middle-class communities.
Binge Drinking is associated with the following health concerns:
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Costs of 1st DUI in Ohio: $7,500-$10,000
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The Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Warren County – Talk They Hear You! Resources to help parents have important conversations about alcohol with their kids.
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The Safe Communities Coalition of Warren County Education around safe driving practices.
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A collection of prevention organizations working together to provide tips & tools for nurturing healthy communities.
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The Be One of Us Establishments Project is a local initiative launched by Talbert House in partnership with local stakeholders including the Mental Health and Recovery Board Serving Warren and Clinton Counties, the City of Lebanon, the Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Lebanon.
By increasing awareness, we can intentionally foster and protect the family-friendly charm of Lebanon and empower adults to make responsible choices about alcohol and lead youth by example.
Interested in participating? Contact Zach McDaniel at zach.mcdaniel@talberthouse.org for more information.
Talbert House Prevention Services in Clinton and Warren Counties is grateful to Prevention Action Alliance for supporting “Be One of Us” through the Capacity for Prevention stipends. "Be One of Us” receives ongoing funding support from The Mental Health Recovery Board serving Warren and Clinton Counties.