Polk County

The Polk Substance Abuse Coalition is a community-based coalition works together to reduce high-risk behaviors and increase protective factors among citizens in Polk County.

Please RSVP with Darla to receive a light lunch at our monthly meetings.

Resources

Working with trauma-affected students is a difficult balancing act, making trauma-informed social and emotional learning environments even more important.

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It is now generally accepted that adolescent brains are different from children’s and adults’ brains. This difference impacts their risk-taking.

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According to the CDC, 1.5 million high school students experience dating abuse annually. Teachers and other school personnel can help interrupt and prevent further violence.

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Contact Us

Darla Winslow

Director of Polk County Health Department

402 - 747 - 2211 Email