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2	Community-Based Prevention Services Prevention Planning Coalitions have been formed to address substance abuse and related problems. Members include representatives of: Community Services Boards. Schools and social service departments. Law enforcement and court services . The faith and business communities. Groups and organizations. Parents and youth.
3	Community-Based Prevention Services Prevention Planning Coalition activities include assessing: The accessibility of illicit substances in the community. Youth and adult substance use. Family management issues. Youth academic performance and school policies. Law enforcement data and safety concerns.
4	Community-Based Prevention Services Prevention Planning Coalition activities continued: Identifying current resources that can be used to address substance abuse and related problems. Planning a continuum of prevention activities that involve all of the representative member groups and reach everyone in the community. Evaluating the effectiveness of the activities.
5	Community-Based Prevention Services Community Services Boards work with other agencies and groups to provide evidence-based education programs that help families enhance management and communication skills. Program examples include: Families and Schools Together, (FAST) Parenting Wisely Creating Lasting Family Connections Strengthening Families Keep A Clear Mind, (KACM) Life Skills Training All Stars
6	Addiction to Methamphetamine According to the SAMHSA/Office of Applied Studies Treatment Episode Data Set. In 1993, there were 21,000 treatment program admissions of persons with a primary use problem. Ten years later, in 2003, that number had increased to 117,000.
7	Admissions for Methamphetamine Treatment in Virginia are Increasing 2005 CCS data 1% total SA admissions. (485 total cases out of 52,916) 2006 CCS data 1.1% total SA admissions. (520 total cases) Anecdotal reports: Increase this year in consumers seeking assistance. It is believed that the lag time between first use and dependence will affect future increases in admissions.
8	Virginia’s Clinical Interventions Request for proposals for Community Services Boards to be trained in the Matrix Model Evidenced Based Practice. 9 Community Services Boards selected. Alexandria, Arlington, Danville-Pittsylvania, Fairfax Falls Church, Highlands, Norfolk, Northwestern, Mount Rogers, Rappahannock Rapidan. Sent a multi-agency/program team to National Methamphetamine Summit in Florida for additional treatment intervention training.
9	Prescription Drug Abuse is Rampant in Southwest Virginia Prescription Drug Epidemic since 1997 Over 200 deaths annually since 2003 from overdoses Deaths represents a 300% increase Predominantly people under 40
10	Recommendation and Responses Expand Evidence Based Practices, training and implementation opportunities. Coalfield Consortium of Community Services Boards (CCCSB) 2002 Funding. The Rural Enhanced Model for Opioid Treatment Expansion (“Project REMOTE”) sponsored by Senator William Wampler.