We are a dedicated group of community members that develop strategies, programs, and practices to address alcohol and substance abuse issues in our community. This effort involves reducing access to substances, preventing high-risk behaviors, promoting community awareness, connecting community resources, and providing education. The efforts of the Task Force are funded by a Strategic Prevention Framework/State Incentive Grant through the Michigan Office of Drug Control Policy and Kalamazoo Community Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services.
"At least 22% of Michigan students stated they had smoked, drank alcohol, or tried marijuana by age ten."
Michigan Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 2005
Community Partnerships
The Task Force is a collaboration of diverse community stakeholders including:
The efforts of the Task Force are funded by a Strategic Prevention Framework/State Incentive Grant through the Michigan Office of Drug Control Policy and Kalamazoo Community Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services.
Kalamazoo County Substance Abuse Task Force | 611 Whitcomb Street, Suite A | Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008 | (269) 388-4200 | Media | Contact
