Caldwell County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021





2022 - Substance Use Prevention and Recovery General
2022.1) 0

Number of community partners that have gained awareness of the problem and impacts of substance use in the community as a result of Extension efforts

2022.2) 5

Number of program participants that improved their understanding of substance use by attending “Addiction 101”

2022.3) 5

Number of program participants who intend to change behavior to use destigmatized language

2022.4) 0

Number of program participants undergoing the Botvin LifeSkills Training

2022.5) 11

Number of program participants in Recovering Your Finances

2022.6) 0

Number of students that completed the Truth and Consequences: The Choice is Yours Program

2022.7) 0

Number of students indicating that they developed a better understanding of the consequences of substance use (legal, health, emotional, and financial)



Success Stories

Basic Budgeting for Individuals in Recovery

Author: Ashley Board

Major Program: Substance Use Prevention and Recovery General

Financial stress can put individuals in recovery from substance use disorder at risk for relapse, particularly during early stages of recovery.  This increased risk is due, in part, to financial stress that people in recovery from substance use disorder often encounter.  Through comprehensive financial education training, we can reduce the likelihood of relapse due to financial stress.To address this concern, the Caldwell County Family & Consumer Sciences Agent taught basic budgeti

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