Combating local substance abuse starts with the community

Since 2010, BCA has devoted its energy to develop and implement individual and community strategies to reduce youth substance abuse in Boone County. Find out how you can contribute to the future of our young people by participating in the BCA's prevention and advocacy efforts.

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Join Our Cause

Work with other BCA members to prevent youth substance abuse and make a difference.

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Prevention
Prevention

BCA meets at 9:00 AM on the third Monday of every month at the Florence Government Center. BCA focuses on prevention of underage drinking, marijuana use, and prescription drug misuse/abuse.

Advocacy
Advocacy

Locally, BCA is a vocal agent for substance use prevention. We promote evidence-based interventions that are proven to reduce the incidence of drug use in youth.

Collaboration
Collaboration

In order to achieve its mission of an united community where all youth are drug free, BCA engages with a variety of partners from education, law enforcement, youth serving organizations, healthcare, and religious sectors.

Community Spotlight

NorthKey Community Care provides a continuum of care for those needing mental health, substance use disorders and intellectual disability services. NorthKey has been active in BCA by contributing technical assistance, regional trainings, and planning and implementing BCA activities.

Prevention in Action

  • Alcohol Sticker Shock

  • Prescription Drug Drop Disposal

  • Responsible Server Training

  • Medicine Safety Presentations and Lock Boxes

  • Resources for Parents

  • Training for Kids

  • Annual Community Survey

  • Youth Engagement

Want to know more about what is going on? Check out our newsletter section.

Featured Event

  • November Coalition Meeting

    11/19/2018 9:00am

Upcoming Events

  • November Coalition Meeting

    11/19/2018 9:00am

  • Florence Tree Lighting Ceremony

    12/04/2018 6:00pm

  • December Coalition Meeting

    12/18/2018 9:00am