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MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Upper Freehold-Allentown  Alliance to Prevent Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (Alliance) is to serve as the official coordinating body for the planning, awareness, and education of substance abuse prevention efforts on Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD’s).  The committee is dedicated to promoting safe, healthy, and responsible lifestyles through community partnerships, education programs, and family oriented events for all residents of Upper Freehold Township and Allentown.

HISTORY AND FUNDING

In 1990, the Alliance was formed to address the problems of substance abuse in our community.  We are part of a state-wide network of alliances providing a variety of education and prevention services to all residents of the community.  Our mission is to meet the needs of our community by:

*  Developing comprehensive alcohol and other drug abuse prevention programs by coordinating efforts with the school district, community organizations, law enforcement, businesses, and religious congregations.

*  Promoting community awareness of issues related to alcohol and other drug abuse.

*  Providing information and referral services to residents and their families who are in need of substance abuse treatment.