Compact is a collaborative initiative directed by the Shelby County District Attorney, the County Manager and the Shelby County Sheriff to address the full spectrum of substance abuse through prevention, intervention and education while promoting mental wellness. Compact’s goal is to assist families by providing them with up-to-date information and available resources to guide teens to a substance-free, happy, healthy lifestyle without entering the juvenile justice system.
What Does Compact Do?
Compact utilizes career law enforcement officers, who are specialized investigators, in an attempt to gather information from school resource officers, coaches, teachers, parents, community leaders, etc. in hopes of identifying students and young adults who are at risk of substance abuse and addiction or already involved. Our investigators then compile actionable intelligence, NOT FOR AN ARREST, but to schedule a meeting with parents. Our investigators share the information with parents and then connect the parents with proven resources to help address this challenge.
Some of those resources may include:
- Other families who have been through this challenge and willing to work with them and answer questions
- Faith leaders from the community who have volunteered to help
- Family counseling services
- Specialized mental health and substance abuse services such as Central Alabama Wellness
Most importantly, our investigators tell the student’s parents.
Compact employs a dynamic approach, seamlessly integrating Prevention, Intervention and Education strategies to effectively combat juvenile substance misuse. Our comprehensive initiatives include:
- Targeted Interventions: Skillfully designed interventions to combat substance misuse, address specific behavioral issues, and provide support to at-risk youth.
- Educational Outreach: Engaging and informative presentations tailored for schools, community members, and organizations. Topics range from Current Drug Trends and Social Media/Technology to Sexting awareness.
- Youth Mentoring: Fostering positive relationships by actively mentoring youth within both school and community settings.
- Community Empowerment: Collaborating in the development and support of community prevention teams. Together, we address specific issues and raise awareness, fostering a proactive approach to substance misuse prevention.
- Specialized Training Programs:
– Botvin Life Skills Training: Equipping youth with essential life skills for a resilient and healthy future.
– Vaping Education & Cessation Classes: Comprehensive programs to raise awareness and promote cessation.
Contact Compact
Main Line: 205.605.1824
Parent Talk Line: 205.605.1827
Teen Talk Line: 205.605.1830
1115 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124