NewBridge Hosts Free Alcohol Prevention Program
NORTH JERSEY, N.J., March 5, 2008- With prom and graduation season rapidly approaching, NewBridge, a nonprofit provider of behavioral health and education services, offers its Fatal Vision® goggles program free to schools and organizations. Thousands of students have worn these goggles that simulate the sensation of being intoxicated, and experienced the visual impairment that comes with drinking alcohol.
"Especially in the spring, we encourage middle and high schools to register for this free program," said Mary Vineis, Prevention Services Coordinator, NewBridge. "Many teens don't understand how alcohol affects the brain and impairs one's ability to drive, walk or even write. These goggles are a powerful tool for teens to witness the disabling effects of alcohol consumption."
NewBridge also offers Fatal Vision kits free for loan to teachers, police officers, student assistance coordinators, school resource officers, nurses or other leaders of children's groups who wish to educate young people about the effects of drinking alcohol. The kits include goggles, class materials, videos and teaching guides.
Funded by a grant from the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Fatal Vision is one of many prevention programs offered by NewBridge. For more information on the Fatal Vision goggles program or to receive a copy of NewBridge's prevention program brochure for schools and youth organizations, call Mary Vineis at (973) 839-2521, ext. 228.
About NewBridge Services
Founded in 1963, NewBridge Services, Inc. is a nonprofit community organization providing innovative programs and education services in five focus areas: mental health, substance abuse, housing, youth programs and senior assistance. Whether guiding people as they cope with stress, grief, or substance abuse, or providing advice to those with parenting, relationship or caregiving challenges, NewBridge helps people bring balance to their lives. For more information call 973-839-2520 or click here.