State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs State Incentive Grant Project Overview Michael Cunningham Deputy Director, Program Services Division

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Californians understanding that alcoholism, drug addiction, and related problems are chronic conditions that can be successfully prevented and treated. ADP’s Prevention Strategic Vision

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Develop and maintain a comprehensive statewide prevention system to prevent and reduce alcohol and other drug problems, and improve the health and safety of the citizens of California by: –Modifying social and economic norms, conditions, and adverse consequences resulting from ATOD availability, manufacturing, distribution, promotion, sales, and use. –Effectively addressing at-risk and underserved populations and their environments. Overarching Goal

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Priorities for 2004/5 The establishment and implementation of the entire IOM continuum of care The design and implementation of an prevention outcome measurement system The development and implementation of a comprehensive state workforce development plan The dissemination and adoption of the Strategic Prevention Framework Expanding the use of culturally appropriate evidence-based prevention strategies and programs Facilitating the implementation of community prevention policies, programs, and systems

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs IOM Continuum of Care

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Overall Strategy Facilitate the development and implementation of high quality, effective and sustainable community prevention systems in counties and local communities throughout the State.

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Community Prevention The design, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive, integrated, inclusive, and culturally competent system of AOD prevention programs, services, policies, and initiatives to 1) build community assets and 2) reduce and manage the risks and problems attributable to and/or resulting from the availability and use of ATOD in a given community.

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Key Elements Advancing systems change at both the state and local level that will result in better coordination and efficacy of the overall prevention system Developing collaborative relationships among governmental agencies and community coalitions Optimizing the use of all sources of funds

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs SIG Overall Goal To develop and implement a comprehensive State- wide substance abuse prevention strategy to optimize the use of all State and Federal substance abuse funding streams and resources

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Program Goals 1.To develop and implement a sound strategy to identify, coordinate, leverage, and/or redirect all substance abuse prevention resources within the State 2.To develop and implement a comprehensive prevention program system 3.To establish targets and measure progress in reducing substance abuse

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Focus of the SIG To reduce binge drinking and other related problems among youth and young adults ages by: Developing statewide policies and plans Implementing evidence-based community prevention projects

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs 1.Profile population needs, resources, and readiness to address the problems and gaps in service delivery 2.Mobilize and/or build capacity to address needs 3.Develop a comprehensive strategic plan Strategic Prevention Framework

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Strategic Prevention Framework 4.Implement evidence-based prevention programs and infrastructure development activities 5.Monitor process, evaluate effectiveness, sustain effective program/activities, and improve or replace those that fail

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs Strategic Prevention Framework

State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs State Prevention System Plan Identifying and filling gaps in needed prevention services Ensuring culturally competent prevention service delivery Tracking and documenting progress in meeting targets Mobilizing resources to support the SIG Identifying effective subrecipient organizations Identifying and providing TA and training Developing and implementing plans to sustain system enhancements