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2023 Lighthouse Atascadero Reality Tour
Dates are tentatively set for 2/27 and 3/6/2023
The Reality Tour® program brings Atascadero Unified School District parents, students, educators, local law enforcement and community volunteers to the table. Together, we create a powerful experience that can influence the conversations and choices of our teens for years to come. Reality Tour allows youth and families the opportunity to address peer pressure, substance abuse & mental health concerns unique to our community.
Dates are tentatively set for 2/27 and 3/6/2023
The Reality Tour® program brings Atascadero Unified School District parents, students, educators, local law enforcement and community volunteers to the table. Together, we create a powerful experience that can influence the conversations and choices of our teens for years to come. Reality Tour allows youth and families the opportunity to address peer pressure, substance abuse & mental health concerns unique to our community.
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Reality Tour
Since 2012 the AGF has worked in collaboration with the City of Atascadero police, fire, parks and recreation, and the Chapel of the Roses to present Reality Tour to our youth 12-years-old and above. The Reality Tour is an evidence-based drug prevention program developed by Candle, Inc. Through this program we educate parents/ caregivers and our youth on the consequences of drug use. This program is not designed to be a scare tactic, but the beginning of a family conversation. Participants take a “tour” through the life of an addict from that first step of drug use to their final moments of death. They see a live interview with a current community member who is struggling with addiction and is willing to honestly share their experience. There is a session on the importance of family communication and accountability, and the evening ends with a small group question and answer session over pizza. |
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CANDLE, Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization devoted to preventing substance abuse. CANDLE, Inc. created the substance abuse prevention program called, The Reality Tour. This program has won numerous awards and has received great acclaim by professionals in the field. In 2011 it was added to the National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP) listing of programs. CANDLE, Inc. and The Reality Tour have a rich and interesting history.
Making a Difference Every Day for the Youth in our Community |
AWARENESS - PREVENTION - INTERVENTION - EDUCATION
The Atascadero Greyhound Foundation is a 501(c)(3), all contributions are tax deductible.
Tax ID is 77-0390865. All proceeds from the tournament will go towards
the Atascadero Greyhound Foundation LIGHTHOUSE Programs.
Tax ID is 77-0390865. All proceeds from the tournament will go towards
the Atascadero Greyhound Foundation LIGHTHOUSE Programs.
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