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TAAP
(Teen Addiction Awareness Program) &
Project TND (Toward No Drug Abuse) |
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| Project TND & TAAP are programs designed
for any teenager (ages 13 to 18) who may be "at risk"
for developing drug and/or alcohol related problems (OR) for
any teen who could benefit from a structured, one-on-one education
program dealing with every aspect of substance use and abuse.
90 Minute classes are held after school once a week for 10 weeks. |
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| Annual
Professional Workshop Series |
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| Since 1987, NCADD has been conducting
it's annual workshop series. One day workshops feature top speakers/facilitators
and cover the most current topics for social workers, law enforcement,
mental health professionals, therapists & counselors, however,
our workshops are open to anyone interested in attending. |
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| Current
listings of Area Recovery Support Groups |
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| NCADD maintains a comprehensive list
of recovery support group meetings in Northeast Mississippi,
including NA, AA, Alanon & others. Recovery support groups
listed are anonymous fellowships. Confidentiality is essential
to these programs. Groups listed in this directory are listed
at their request. A directory listing does not constitute or
imply NCADD approval or endorsement of any group’s approach
to, or practice of, the traditional AA 12-Step program. |
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| Free, Confidential
Assessments and Referral to Treatment Centers |
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Executive Director conducts an informal interview about clients situation and then gives comprehensive information on any or all treatment options (cost, location, availability, etc) so client may make an informed decision about what is best for his or her situation. Adolescent & adult services available. If (formal) professional alcohol/drug assessment is necessary, the SASSI #3 (Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Instrument) can be requested. The cost for the SASSI is $50.00 and comes with a written clinical interpretation & NCADD recommendations.
Information & education is also available for family members and/or loved ones seeking help. |
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| New Directions Coffee,
Books & Gifts |
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| New Directions is a unique bookstore
& coffee shop for the public & people in recovery. We
carry all basic texts for 12 Step recovery programs, including
the AA Big Book, NA Basic Text, Alanon Conference Approved Literature.
We also carry a large a large selection of step working guides,
recovery books, self help-books, gifts & much more. |
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| Professional Speakers
Bureau |
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| Our twenty-one member strong Professional
Speakers Bureau is available for speaking engagements at civic
clubs, churches or other groups requesting information about
NCADD. The bureau consists of professionals from Law Enforcement,
Mental Health, Counseling and related fields. |
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| Free Literature |
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Our FREE
literature rack contains an abundance of information.
It's a great place for addicted persons, their families and
other involved parties to find clear, reliable information
about the often misunderstood disease of addiction. |
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| Dorothy Moorehead
Recovery Library |
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| The Dorothy
Moorehead Library is a large collection of books and
other publications on the subject of addiction, donated by the
estate of the late Mrs. Moorehead, who was a long-time member
of our Board of Directors, our bookeeper and beloved friend.
Her collection has been further expanded through the generous
donations of recovering people and the community. The library
is located in our facility at 200 North Spring Street in Tupelo,
MS and can be enjoyed (in-house) for relaxing & reading
while you enjoy a great cup of coffee. |
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| Video Library |
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| Videotapes by Earnie Larson, Father Martin
and a host of other nationally known lecturers on addiction
and related illness can be viewed at our location at 200 North
Spring Street in Tupelo. |
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| Lee County Adult Jail
Information Center |
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| NCADD provides & maintains an information
center in the lobby of the jail for families and loved ones
of incarcerated persons who may be suffering from chemical dependency.
91% of all incarcerated persons are charged with drug and/or
alcohol related crimes. |
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