Sabine Prevention Alliance (SPA) and its Community Partners are hosting a parish-wide community forum for the prevention of substance abuse at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, located at 1000 Main St. in Many on Saturday, July 23, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Lunch will be provided.
SPA is a volunteer coalition dedicated to reducing under-age drinking throughout Sabine Parish.
Facilitation of the gathering will be provided by Drew Brooks, Faith-Partners Inc. CEO.
The event will provide an opportunity to:
– Get professional training and information on key factors affecting youth and families
– Meet and interact with others throughout the parish from areas such as: education, healthcare, law enforcement/legal, faith-based organizations, youth serving agencies, 12 step groups, CADA, municipal governments, parents, and families, recovering alcoholics/addicts and more!
– Learn about existing groups, organizations, and resources
– Build relationships and support
– Create a vision to fight addiction where Sabine residents live, work, play and worship
The SPA encourages all interested persons to attend and asked that all who plan to come confirm their attendance beforehand so that adequate preparations may be made.
For more information or to confirm attendance, contact Coalition Coordinator James Wagley at (318) 602-9206 or email jameswagley.lcsw@gmail.com.