Our Mission
To provide prevention and intervention programs that promote positive change and build healthy communities.
Welcome to Cortland Prevention Resources
Cortland Prevention Resources provides evidence-based drug, alcohol, and tobacco prevention services and educational programs for youth and families. We collaborate with other Cortland County agencies, school districts, and businesses to promote positive change and build healthy communities through educational programs, workshops, and training. We work on policy and enforcement efforts to reduce underage drinking and create positive alternative activities for youth. Cortland Prevention Resources is a division of Family & Children's Counseling Services.
Programs
Our programs are designed to further our mission and provide much needed services for children and families in our community.
Take a look.
Online Parenting Wisely Program
This evidence-based program that helps families improve communication and decrease conflict is now offered online. Parents can complete this FREE program at home on their time through a series of videos and practice scenarios with the support of our trained staff.
To register, click here.
Residents of Broome, Cortland and Madison counties can contact Melissa Simmons for more information at:
Telephone: 607-756-8970 ext. 256 or E-mail: msimmons@familycs.org
News & Events
Mindfulness involves focusing our attention on being fully present, being aware of who we are and what we’re doing and accepting our surroundings without judgment. If you want to practice mindfulness, check out these easy steps.
Our words are powerful, and should be treated with respect. So how do our words impact others, and how can we choose them wisely? Today, we’re going to find out.
