The Alcohol and Drug Prevention Education Program (ADPEP) is provided in each of our five counties (Ontario, Schuyler, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates) every other month of the year, beginning in January.

This program was originally adapted from ADPEP’s used in the Albany and Buffalo areas, by other NYS Council’s on addiction. Since then, our dedicated staff continue to update and improve the program based on the needs of our communities.

The program itself is a total of six hours, beginning at either 3:30pm, or 4:00pm, and lasting until 5:30pm or 6:00pm, depending on the county. It is spread out into three, two hour sessions, either held each Wednesday for three consecutive weeks, or Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday of the same week, again, depending on the county.

Program topics include:

◾Risk & Protective Factors

◾Alcohol abuse & binge drinking

◾Bodily harms, and health consequences of substance abuse

◾Specifics on substances of abuse

◾Definitions of Substance Abuse & Addiction

◾Different areas of addiction

◾Substance abuse & family issues

Requirements:

In addition to class time, program participants are required to complete homework assignments for each class. These assignments are mandatory, and may affect eligibility to graduate the program if not completed.

Participants must also be present, and respectful for all three classes to graduate. The Council reserves the right to dismiss any student suspected of being under the influence of substances during class.

A fee of $75 is due to the Council on the first day of class. (Debit/credit cards, and personal checks are NOT accepted. We accept cash, and money orders) Unpaid fee’s may result in a withholding of completion certificates/letters to the participants’ referral source.

Referral sources generally include:

◾Local court systems (Youth Court included)

◾School disciplinary teams, administrators, and mental health staff

◾Parents & Family

◾Any agency or organization working with youth who are experimenting with substances, or showing early signs of substance abuse

Youth attending this program must be ages 14-20. Youth under 13 and over 20 will not be accepted into this program, as we feel they would be better served by other resources.

The Library is proud to work with Madison County Reads Ahead to offer free tutoring to adult learners through three programs: adult basic education (Learn to Read), ESL (English as a Second Language), and TASC Examination preparation (high school equivalency certification, formerly the GED).

Promoting literacy within our community is a goal that we take seriously at Cazenovia Public Library. Literacy programs don’t end at our doorstep. Cazenovia Public Library Literacy Outreach offers family literacy programs and individualized adult education programs, with an emphasis on introducing Library services to new Library users. We strive to create a literacy-rich environment in the Cazenovia area through our Library programs, Literacy Outreach, food pantry partnerships and community projects, such as our “Little Free Library.

Cazenovia Public Library Literacy Outreach

Literacy Coordinators Carla Zimmerman and Marli Stahler work with a network of trained volunteer tutors to provide

literacy services on site and at two satellite locations: CazCares Food Pantry and

the New Woodstock Public library. Tutors work one-on-one with learners in three

different programs: Adult Basic Education (ABE/learn to read), English as a

Second Language (ESL), and preparation for the TASC examination (NYS high

school equivalency program, formerly GED). Our Literacy Outreach also acts as a

referral source for educational and career services programs in Madison County.

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Ontario County Youth Court is a voluntary alternative to the traditional criminal justice system for young people who have committed certain violations, misdemeanors or have breached a student code of conduct. The goal of the Youth Court is to intervene in early anti-social or delinquent activities, reduce the incidence and teach new behaviors and coping skills.

This peer-based program is designed to promote education about the judicial process, promote accountability for actions and reinforce responsibility to society through community service and educational sentencing.

The purpose of education has always been to every one, in essence, the same—to give the young the things they need in order to develop in an orderly, sequential way into members of society.

Education is the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, morals, beliefs, and habits. Educational methods include teaching, training, storytelling, discussion and directed research.

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Through the Broome County Health Department, this program focuses on identification and coordination of essential services for children (birth through three years) at risk of, or suspected of physical/developmental delay. Referral to appropriate developmental and health services. Ensures central role of family enhancing child's development.

Specializing in: Pediatric Therapy, Preschool, Daycare and Early Intervention Services, Day Care Preschool Classrooms Toddler Developmental Play-Groups Speech Therapy Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy

At Delarc, our focus is on the learning and growth of the people we serve. Our uniquely positive organization offers a variety of supports and services for people with disabilities. Whether the individual's desired outcomes focus on community inclusion, skill-building, or employment, personal fulfillment and self-esteem are the results.

Whether it’s learning to read, volunteering, taking a small engine repair class at a local repair shop, reading to students at the Elementary School, taking horseback riding lessons, learning photography, attending art lessons, or learning to do the Cha Cha, Delarc works with each individual to identify their desires and make them a reality. Delarc provides staff support so individuals can attend classes and take part in events within their communities. In addition, Delarc hosts classes with guest instructors from the community along with classes instructed by Delarc staff.

Delarc also helps guide and prepare individuals with an interest in working. Based on a person-centered philosophy, Delarc approaches vocational training holistically, preparing the whole person for what it means to contribute to a job as an employee and colleague. Delarc provides in-house employment opportunities for people with disabilities and also makes it possible for individuals to work at jobs in their communities, providing job coaching and support in order for individuals to be successful in their occupations. Several individuals are employed at Delaware County’s landfill as part of the Material’s Recycling Facility (MRF), there individuals work as part of a team overseeing all operations of the MRF, sorting recyclables which in turn generate revenue for the county.