About BRIDGES


Prevention

  • Choices and Consequences, is an educational program that helps teens examine the consequences of alcohol, tobacco and other drug use and fosters the development of life skills.
  • INROADS, is a school based program designed to positively impact decision making skills and knowledge about alcohol, tobacco, and other drug issues.
  • Madison County's Promise, to make a positive difference in the lives of children and adults through a partnership of caring, committed youth and adults who share a common goal of reducing substance about and building a safe, healthy community.
  • Reality Check, is a statewide youth led movement against the manipulative marketing practices of the tobacco industry.
  • Strengthening Families: For Parents and Youth age 10-14. This is a 6 week program designed to improve parent/child communication and problem solving skills while giving the family an opportunity to have fun together.
  • Suicide Prevention and Education materials, coalition and trainings are coordinated through BRiDGES

Education

  • Community presentations that increase knowledge of the issues associated with addiction, alcohol, tobacco and other drug use, and related problems
  • Parent education programs to help families raise healthy, resilient children
  • Health and wellness programs for youth and adults
  • Madison County Drinking Driver Program is operated by Bridges


Information and Referral Employee Assistance Program
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for businesses in the Central New York region
  • Individual appointments and confidential information and referral services for employees and their family members
  • Training for supervisors and managers on topics such as positive management techniques and the drug-free workplace
  • Education and training for employees on communication skills, stress management, smoking cessation, and many other topics.