Parental influence is the most important factor in helping keep teens safe.  As part of Alcohol Awareness Month, April 21, PowerTalk 21® day was launched in 2010. This is the national day for parents to start talking with their kids about alcohol. 
 
Facts About Underage Drinking and the 21 Minimum Legal Drinking Age (MLDA) Law:

 

 

In preparation for PowerTalk21, parents can get tips and conversation starters through the MADD website - parents can download the parent handbook and find a free 30-minute parent workshop at www.madd.org/powertalk21
Also our website has many tips for parents, visit us at www.healthyyouth.org
 
If you have further questions or comments please email ahendrix@tompkins-co.org Please forward this monthly message on to your networks. Thanks for all you do!
 
Community Coalition for Healthy Youth
320 W. State/MLK Jr. Street
Ithaca NY 14850
www.healthyyouth.org