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The Foundation
(For Family Victims Of Substance Abuse)
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September, October, November-- 2009
4nd Quarter 2009 Edition
Our Focus
Cancer Awareness
Things You Should Know
Protect yourself and your family more effectively.
Go to: www.familywatchdog.us
New Drug Issue Arising--Dusting
See Signs and Symptoms Page 4 (Link On Left)
There is Strength In Unity
Respect ,Protect, Educate
Our Program addresses all areas which can be affected by substance abuse. Health Care, Mental Health Information, Recovery Resources, Housing, Education, Debt Elimination, and utilization of a Christian Foundation for life guidance.
Who Is The Foundation?
The Foundation is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization; with Community Housing Development Organization status (CHDO), which desires to bring support, comfort and restoration to those who have been victimized by the "Family Disease" of Substance Abuse (both Alcohol and Drug). We are endeavoring to build a new foundation of Help, Hope and Healing in the lives of families affected by substance abuse and addiction of all kinds.
OVERVIEW
The Foundation desires to be an oasis to the Family, Friend and Significant Other, who has been overtaken by the disease of Substance Abuse. This purpose is accomplished through developing a "New Life Foundation" based on three tenants Respect, Protect, Educate providing help, hope, and healing for hurting families and the community.The Foundation For Family Victims of Substance Abuse believes, "NO" situation is hopeless and help is available; both for the Substance Abuser and now for the Family.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE vs. SUBSTANCE DEPENDENCE
Substance Dependence is the repeated non-medical use of a substance that harms the user or incites behavior in the user that harms others and involved physical and or psychological dependence (need).
Victim (def.)- One harmed by an act, circumstance or condition.
Headline News
Alert!
Received In EmailI want to make you aware of a new and very dangerous form of the drug methamphetamine that is currently being sold and distributed to children in the United States.
This new form of the drug is called “strawberry quick” or “strawberry patch.” It tastes and smells like strawberries and looks like the popular candy known as Pop Rocks. It has been designed, along with other drugs in cola and fruity flavors, to appeal to the younger crowd making children of all ages vulnerable.
As you are aware, a mouthful of methamphetamine can be lethal to a child. It can be transmitted into the bloodstream by just touching it. Please talk to your children and remind them not to take any candy or drinks from anyone without your approval. Give them a description of the new methamphetamine and warn them to alert you or another adult if they see it or it is offered to them.
As we prepare for our summer break, we need to be vigilant of our children and advise them to report any suspicious activity. Remind them that our only desire is to keep them safe.
(A. Smith)
Hear Independent Voices Radio
(see Page 2 Headline News Continued)Independent Voices Is our International Arts and Creativity Community Outreach giving voice to the Independent Musical Artist, Record Label, Poet, Visual Artist, Rapper and Singer. Independent Voices (Website and Radio)is designed to spotlight Artists in a variety of music genres (R&B, Christian, Rap, Neo-Soul, Pop, Classical, Jazz, Spoken Word, Visual Artists ) we are looking for drug free artists whose work is non-abusive in its content (language) and theme.
Independent Voices Radio is "A Way of Restoration". This is an opportunity for the Independent to be heard check the link on the left.
A Choice For Life
(No Longer A Family Victim of Substance Abuse)
Anita Dix-McLaughlin, Ph.D. Th.
U.S. FOCUS
Respect (Spiritual), Protect (Services), Educate (Knowledge Base)
- RESPECT FOCUS:
- Faith Based Counseling
- Image Rebuilding
- Behavioral Workshops
- Spiritual Development
- Job Placement
- Recreational Activities
- Entrepreneurial and Personal Mentoring.
- PROTECT(ion) FOCUS:
- Transitional Housing
- Medical Assistance
- EDUCATE(ion) FOCUS:
- Drug & Alcohol Prevention Education
- Children
- Youth
- Adults
- and Institutions
- Public Awareness Programming
- Support Groups
- Recovery Literature
- Budgeting and Debt Counseling
- Educational/ Vocational Opportunities
“We are an organization which endeavors to provide support to hurting people throughout the world.”
INTERNATIONAL FOCUS
In 2002 issues of the global AIDS epidemic became an area of concern; We joined forces with other international organizations, and effort began to partner with faith based organizations in Canada, Nigeria, Uganda, Ghana,and the Phillpines, with:
- CATASTROPHIC DISEASE
- Resources and Information
- HIV/AIDS
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Leprosey
- HUNGER
- Employment Opportunites
- Entrepreneural Mentoring
- Food and Feeding Programs
- HOMELESSNESS
- Orphanages
- Housing Developments
- EDUCATION
- Faith Based Schools
- Training and Resource Centers
- On-line Seminars
- WOMEN’S RIGHTS/WOMEN'S ISSUES
- Sexually Transmitted Disease Education
- Women In Leadership
- Women's Mentoring Program
"We want to teach a man to fish... Self-Empowerment Spiritually, Physically, Emotionally, Socially and Economically-- Is Our Ultimate Goal."
What's Been Said...
City of Fort Worth (Housing Department) The Foundation is actively engaged in assisting the residents of Fort Worth with needed services.
City of Dallas (Former Mayor Ron Kirk)- ... The need for this type of programming is urgent in all communities, ... Only through comprehensive Victim oriented programs will families be able to break the cycle of abuse.
Asad Ehtisham, M.D. ...The field of Substance Abuse is sorely neglected and lacking in response to the families of substance abusers: and the obvious problem that does exist in this population. Providing a place for the restoration of the families is not only noble but of benefit to them...
Dr. Irwin J. Kerber, MD., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S. Working in the field of Women's Health has given me a clear view of this population. The Foundation For Family Victims Of Substance Abuse is an inclusive concept to address this aspect of the substance problem...
Updated: 09/01/09
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