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Our Mission
The Substance Abuse Program Office is dedicated
to the development of a comprehensive system of prevention, emergency/detoxification, and treatment
services for individuals and families at risk of or affected by substance abuse; to promote their
safety, well-being, and self-sufficiency.
Our Vision
The Substance Abuse Program Office works closely
with the Office of Drug Control, on the development of initiatives, strategies, and performance
measures to reduce to less than 50 percent by the year 2005, the incidence of drug abuse among
Florida's citizens through the means of evidence-based prevention services, improved access to
effective treatment services, and strengthening the substance abuse service delivery system.
Our Strategies
- Develop and implement effective prevention and treatment strategies.
- Improve outcomes and the quality of services.
- Promote systems approaches that enhance integration.
- Provide sufficient capacity for the most vulnerable clients.
Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association 2007 Annual Conference
Putting a Face on Addiction and Recovery: New Knowledge, New Hope
August 22 – 24, 2007
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Orlando, FL
A brochure containing information on this conference may be viewed/downloaded here.
Who We Are
Florida's publicly funded Substance Abuse Program is part of
The Department of Children and Families. The Substance Abuse Program is one of several programs
located centrally in Tallahassee. In addition there are Substance Abuse and Prevention Coordinators
throughout Florida, within the department's district and regional Alcohol Abuse and Mental Health offices.
FAQ
We have provided basic information on alcohol and other
major drugs. A person using any substance may not experience any of the common symptoms.
Although a person may exhibit one or more of these symptoms, it does not mean they
are using drugs. All of the symptoms listed also pertain to other physical and psychological illnesses.
We suggest that you refer to our Links and Resources for a more complete listing on the symptoms,
prevention, and treatment of these and other drug abuse and misuse.
Contact Us
Listing of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
offices and their contact information throughout Florida. In the state of Florida, you may also dial 2-1-1 and reach the
Big Bend Referral system that offers telephone counseling,crisis intervention, and community referrals.
Reports and Publications
Listing of various reports and publications related and/or produced by the Substance Abuse Program.
Links and Resources
Listing of related substance abuse information by other public and private organizations.
Marchman Act
Information, Law and Policies as stated in F.S.397.
Provider Search
Locate a Substance Abuse or Mental Health provider in your area.
Downloads
Software and information to be used by Service Providers in the submission of data.
Archives
Past current news features and articles.
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Substance Abuse Program Office
Department of Children and Families
1317 Winewood Blvd. Bldg. 6 Room 330
(850) 487-2920
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