We work to
prevent substance
misuse.

1.3 MILLION total students reached since our inception in 2004.

 

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About Safe & Sober

Providing an Innovative Way to Combat Substance Misuse

Safe and Sober is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Springfield, Missouri. Through engaging and educational content, we encourage dialogue and preventative action between youth, educators, and parents.

We offer free prevention-focused videos and curriculum through our program that is used by schools, homeschool groups, and community organizations in most states across the country.

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Between downloadable or mailed materials, program participation is easy for any school. Our modular content gives you options – present the program all at once in a large group or as segments in an integrated classroom unit. Each video topic has corresponding discussion guides and activities that align with national curriculum standards.

The Safe & Sober Program is Free to You

The free Safe & Sober Program features:

  • Videos, activities, and discussion guides
  • Downloadable or mailed program kits
  • Signage, stickers, and promotional materials
  • Student pledge cards (virtual or printable)
  • Modular, evidence-based educational content
  • Supplemental videos throughout the year
  • Prize incentives for top-performing programs
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“I strongly recommend the Safe & Sober program for all schools as an excellent substance abuse prevention tool.”

“It’s super easy to navigate online and prep is very minimal as they provide all necessary materials, including discussion questions, guided notes, and activities

— Counselor, Lexington Middle School

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Access our expert resources designed to prevent substance misuse.

Underage Drinking
Drug Use
Mental Health
Impaired Driving
Vaping/ Nicotine
Prescriptions/ Opioids

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Mental Health

Men’s Mental Health: Changing the Narrative

Although 10% of men struggle with depression or anxiety, less than half of them seek help. It is important that we change the narrative when it comes to men’s mental health by normalizing help-seeking. 
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Underage Drinking

Packaging Targets Youth

Make sure your child understands the dangers of alcohol and cannabis, no matter how kid-friendly the products and packaging look.
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Drug Use

The Power of Decisions

Life is full of crossroads. One of these important decisions is whether or not to engage in underage drinking and drug use.
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Underage Drinking

Conversations With Your Child

It's important to talk to your child about substance misuse, but it can be difficult to know where to begin.
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Mental Health

Sarah’s Story: Understanding Depression

Learn how to be helpful in the life of someone who struggles with depression by understanding someone who's experienced it.
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Drug Use

Managing Social Media

Media is more accessible than ever. Parents can help by limiting their child's phone time.
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Underage Drinking

The Dangers of Binge Drinking

5 drinks for men and 4 drinks for women. Binge drinking causes lasting damage.
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Vaping/ Nicotine

The Do’s and Don’ts of Preventing Teen Vaping

Give your students anti-vaping messaging that works.
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Prescriptions/ Opioids

Fake Pills and Fentanyl

There is no way to know if a pill is fake and contains fentanyl. The only safe pill is one prescribed by a doctor.
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