Family and Children's Services
Broomfield Substance and Alcohol Free Environment Program (B-SAFE) offers group education and early intervention for teens impacted by drug or alcohol use. Through this program, teens develop an understanding of the negative influences of drugs and alcohol by learning the facts about substances and consequences of poor choices, examining the choices available to them, evaluating feelings and defenses, discussing family issues and peer pressure, and practicing positive stress management techniques. This program includes two substance abuse coordinators who provide services to teens through public education, community awareness, school and community based prevention, individual and family counseling, group counseling/support groups, and school and community presentations. This program is funded through a Drug Free Communities grant through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
If you have questions, such as the following, please click here to be taken to a list of frequently asked questions and responses.
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Who is at risk for substance and alcohol abuse?
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What are the warning signs?
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What can I do to help?
Referrals
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Teens may be referred to this program by parents, guardians, other family members, friends, schools, courts, or by themselves.
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To be eligible to participate in this program, teens must attend a Broomfield County school or be a resident of Broomfield between the ages of 12 and 18.
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Referrals should be made to Susan Parker or Traci Hagie by calling 720-887-2231 or emailing sparker@broomfield.org or thagie@broomfield.org.
Group Meetings
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Groups are established and scheduled based on need and meetings may be held after school or during the day, depending on the needs and schedules of group members. Meetings are held at Broomfield and Legacy High Schools and at the Health and Human Services Main Building at 6 Garden Center, Broomfield, CO 80020.
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Groups focus on a variety of topics that are relevant for teens, such as dealing with grief and loss, tobacco prevention and cessation, and drug education.
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For information about Broomfield High School groups, please contact Traci Hagie (thagie@broomfield.org). For information about Legacy High School groups, please contact Susan Parker (sparker@broomfield.org).
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Start dates are determined once enrollment in the program reaches the minimum required to establish a group.
Other Services Offered
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Substance abuse prescreening and evaluations
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Referrals to other community resources for treatment
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Family and individual counseling services
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Services are also available at Broomfield High School-contact Traci Hagie at 303.245.5777 and Legacy High School-contact Susan Parker at 720.972.6767.
Additional Resources for Teens
For more information on B-SAFE, please contact Susan Parker or Traci Hagie at 720-887-2231 or email them at sparker@broomfield.org or thagie@broomfield.org.