Presence Health

Linden Oaks at Edward

Illinois Helpline for opioids and other substances

Provides a confidential outlet for individuals experiencing opioid use disorders, their families and anyone affected by the disease 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 1-833-2FINDHELP

Gateway Foundation

Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare

Directory of Substance Abuse Providers in Illinois

DuPage County starts on page 109; Will County starts on page 209

Connect for Life 

Initiative facilitated by the Naperville Police Department

Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital

Naperville/Aurora Area Crisis Text Line

To find support through texting- text “REACH” to 741741

Will County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition

Robert Crown

Power of Choice

Naperville Operation Snowball

Lisle Operation Snowball

Cebrin Goodman Institute/Operation Snowball Inc.

KidsMatters/ParentsMatter2

DuPage Prevention Leadership Team

Breaking Free

360 Youth Services

Understanding Drug Addiction

Vaporizers, E-cigarettes, and other Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS)

Tobacco Facts and Stats 

From the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids

Tobacco Facts 

From the DuPage County Health Department

Teen Drug and Alcohol Abuse: Parent Tools 

From the Gateway Foundation

Synthetic Drugs toolkit 

From the Partnership at Drugfree.org

Symptoms and Signs of Addiction 

From the Illinois Department of Human Services

Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM)

Prescription Drugs Fact Sheet

Parenting Strong Vaping and Youth Podcast

National Institute on Drug Abuse

Provides information and statistics on a variety of topics.

Marijuana Facts for Teens

Keeping Youth Drug-Free

Offers advice on keeping children substance free. Review statistics about adolescent substance use, and learn tips on good communication.

How do I know if my child is using?

The Partnership at DrugFree.org provides information on warning signs, behavior changes and tips on how to take action.

Get Smart About Drugs

Electronic Cigarettes: An Overview of Key Issues

Electronic Cigarette Tip Sheet

Effects of Marijuana

A video presented by Gateway Foundation

Lisle Police Department

Has an RxBox located just inside the lobby, located at 5040 Lincoln Ave

Green Initiatives- Rx Box Program

Offers DuPage County residents a list of locations and hours

Dispose My Meds

Naperville Prescription Drug Drop-Off Locations

Tips for Safe Parties and A Vape-Free Summer

NEW! The Healthy Summer issue includes the new Guidelines for Parties and the Law 2019, which has state laws and local ordinances parents need to know to prevent underage use of prohibited substances, and the regulations on curfew, and rules for young drivers. Also, tips for a vape-free summer shares facts on e-cigarettes, vaping prevention, and resources for helping teens and adults quit.

Real Life Parenting: Exploring the Myths About The Reality of Raising Teens

Sometimes parents feel pressure to fit in and compare themselves with other parents on several levels. This can include economic status, a child’s academic achievements, activities or even rules about parties and curfew. The list can be long. Ready to replace the “perfect” parent myth with real life parenting? Read this issue of The Parent Post, high school edition, to brush up on ideas if facing peer pressure from other parents or if you are experiencing backlash from your teen regarding parental expectations.

Empowering Your Teen Through Your Actions: The Role Model Update

Curious about family history of substance abuse disorders and risk to your teen? The Parent Post, high school edition, covers genetic resiliency, and how modeling behaviors regarding alcohol—and more—support and inspire teens to continue making healthy decisions.

Electronic Cigarette/ Vaping Update

Using electronic cigarettes is a risk most teens are not taking. The Power of Choice, and state and federal public health agencies are bringing resources to parents of teens about e-cigarette use. Find out the the health impact, important FDA news, and tips to recognize vaping.

Parenting Wise Teens

The risk of using an addictive substance drops for teens whose parents talk with them about not using alcohol and other drugs. The 2018 Illinois Youth Survey found fewer local teens are drinking than ever. Find out 3 surprising reasons fewer teens are turning to alcohol.

Celebrating With a Healthy and Safe Approach

Connecting with Your Teen

When the Conversation is Difficult

Resources Available Right at Your Fingertips