EMQ FamiliesFirst Addiction Prevention Services (APS) works to prevent addiction by informing and educating youth, families, schools, and communities about the dangers of adolescent drug and alcohol use, prescription pill swapping, teen pregnancy, and other unhealthy behavior choices. By working within identified schools and communities, APS can provide support to kids, teens, parents, and caregivers both in and out of the classroom. The program offers discussion groups for youth and parents, plus classroom presentations and training programs for teachers and other professionals.

APS is available in Santa Clara County.

Our programs include:

Celebrating Families! - For families that have a parent in recovery.

HiRAP - A support group program for adolescents ages 13-17 who demonstrate high-risk behavior.

HIPP - Brief counseling for families struggling with addiction-related issues.

School-based Prevention Counseling Services - Teaches schoolchildren to avoid high risk behaviors that can lead to addiction.

» Addiction FAQ

» Addiction Prevention Brochure (PDF)

» Emily's Story: An APS Story of Healing