Welcome to Pend Oreille County's Prevention program, a vital component of Washington State's community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI). Supported by grant funds from the Washington State Health Care Authority, we collaborate with state agencies, counties, schools, and local prevention coalitions to combat substance abuse.
OUR MISSION IS CLEAR:
We are dedicated to educating and raising awareness among youth and community members to prevent substance use and underage drinking. Our focus is on reducing the availability of opioids, alcohol, and marijuana through a variety of strategies, including community events, public awareness campaigns, educational initiatives, and evidence-based programs. Our goal is to shift attitudes toward substance use and foster healthier communities. Let's work together to create a positive impact.
For more information on each Coalition:
Youth Task Force Coalition
Beverly Sarles
Newport Coalition Coordinator
Selkirk Wellness Coalition
Helene Rasmussen
Selkirk Coalition Coordinator
Resources for Adults
- Start Talking before they Start Drinking or Using Marijuana
- Partnership for Drug Free Kids
- Safely Dispose Unused Prescription Medicines at Local Drug Take Back Sites
- Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America
Resources for Teens
We welcome your suggestions and would love for you to join our efforts in prevention! If you are a parent, youth, business owner, health care worker, clergy, teacher, law enforcement, community member, volunteer, or friendly neighbor interested in reducing youth substance use in Pend Oreille County please contact us today!
Carrie McKinley, CPP
Prevention Services Program Manager
cmckinley [at] pendoreille.org
509-447-5651 or 509-447-6419