It might be time to address substance use in your community if...
• There are too many roadblocks for individuals who need help
• Services and resources for substance use are limited
•There is stigma towards individuals and families dealing with a substance use disorder
Do you want to create change in your community, but are unsure of where to begin?
We can help! The Center for Community Engagement (CCE) provides guidance and training to empower community coalitions and groups across the State of Illinois to create positive changes regarding substance use and mental health in their local communities.
LEARN MORETechnical Assistance Includes:
• Coalition development
• Establishing community support
• Increasing community readiness
• Marketing your coalition
• Increasing recruitment and retention of community partners
• How to organize an effective meeting
• Conducting a community assessment
• Data collection and interpretation
• Creating a strategic plan
• Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF)
Toolkits Available Include:
• Stigma Reduction
• Recovery Housing
• Transportation
• Integrated Care
Training Topics Include:
• Community organizing and engagement
• Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF)
• Substance use and mental health stigma
• Harm reduction efforts
