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For Parents

Welcome to the Parents Resource page:

Loving someone struggling with addiction can be both heartbreaking and exhausting. Family members often endure significant mental, emotional, and physical strain, making addiction a true family disease. We are here to support you on the path to healing and recovery.

Below is a list of resources to help you get started. If you need further assistance, please contact us at 516-361-6540 or email us at info@ndatf.org.

#420 International Cannabis Day Resources

How to Talk About Marijuana
Talking with Your Child About Marijuana

General Information

American Addiction Centers
Cannabis Concentration and Health Risks: Is High Potency Associated with Adverse Health Effects?
College Drinking
Drug Test Your Teen
*Need to Drug Test Your Child? Please contact us for a free drug testing kit. info@ndatf.org
Long Island Addiction Resource Center
Make a Difference: Talk to Your Children About Alcohol
National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA)
National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH)
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
Parents to Prevent Childhood Alcohol Use
Social Host Law
Social Host Law – Party Tips: Know You Are Responsible
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine (SAHM)
Talk to Your High School Grads About Celebrating Safely
Teen Substance Use & Risks
The Herren Project

Family Activities

The simple, little things you do with your kids make a big difference. Activities like enjoying a meal or playing a game together create strong, healthy relationships that can prevent future drug use. Here you will find a few fun family activities to enjoy together!

Family Dinner Conversation Starters
Northport-East Northport Thanksgiving Mad Lib

HOTLINES: free, anonymous and confidential telephone supports, available 24/7

Response Crisis Hotline: 631-751-7500
LICADD Substance Abuse Hotline: 631-979-1700
Talbot House, Substance Abuse Crisis: 631-589-4144
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
NYS HOPEline: 1-877-846-7369
Huntington Hotline: 631-549-8700

Local Counseling Resources

Youth Directions and Alternatives (YDA): 631-261-7901
Huntington Drug and Alcohol: 631-271-3591
Huntington Sanctuary Project: 631-271-2183
Gooding Wellness: 631-351-2940

*If you are treatment provider interested in having your contact information posted here, please contact info@datf.org

For Parents

Welcome to the Parents Resource page:

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#420 International Cannabis Day Resources

General Information

Family Activities

HOTLINES: free, anonymous and confidential telephone supports, available 24/7

Local Counseling Resources

Substance Abuse Treatment Resources

For Families

Alcohol Awareness Month Resources

Law Enforcement Resources