HALO: Healthy Alternatives for Little Ones – Prevention for Young Children

Prevention is important so that individuals are provided with information and knowledge to make wise choices concerning substance use. Over time it has become evident that early prevention is very important. The HALO (Healthy Alternatives for Little Ones) program has made this possible. The HALO program offers to preschools a comprehensive prevention and healthy choices about alcohol, tobacco, and drugs. This addresses a prevention gap with this age group. This workshop will introduce this evidence-based program and how it has been successful in the Perry County community. Participants will hear about the experiences of implementing the program and working with very young children. They will also be able to see how the curriculum is administered within the preschools.