• talk with them about violence.
• help them say no.
• talk with them about alcohol and drugs.

your children’s behavior by modeling healthy beliefs and setting clear standards.
Safe to Live is here to help you!

has learned from parents and caregivers like you how important it is to help your children prepare for the decisions they need to make. Decisions your children will be faced with include the subjects of alcohol, drug abuse and violence in our community.

The suggestions from are just that—suggestions. We encourage you to put this information into your own words and use your own style to talk with your teen.

The Safe to Live Substance Abuse/Violence Prevention Integration Initiative (STLV SA/VP Initiative) is a four-year planning and implementation project funded by the Illinois Violence Prevention Authority to support the development/enhancement of a community-wide, collaborative approach to substance abuse and violence prevention.