Education, Early Intervention, and Support for Youth, Families, and Communities
CFLR’s Prevention Program empowers young people and families with the skills, knowledge, and support needed to make healthy choices — today and throughout their lives.
About the Program
The Center for Family Life and Recovery, Inc. (CFLR, Inc.) has been providing prevention services in Oneida and Herkimer Counties for over 40 years. Our Prevention & Education Program empowers youth, families, and communities with evidence-based education, early intervention, and skill-building. We address substance use, mental health, violence prevention, and personal safety through a combination of school-based programs, community workshops, and long-standing partnerships.
CFLR provides a continuum of prevention strategies designed to create safer, healthier communities—while equipping young people and families with the skills they need to thrive.
Who We Serve
Students K–12 in Oneida County
We support youth from elementary through high school with age-appropriate prevention education, skills, and strategies.
At-Risk Youth and Families
We provide targeted support to individuals and families who may be experiencing early behavioral, academic, or emotional challenges.
Schools & Community Partners
We collaborate with teachers, administrators, and partner agencies to create healthy, supportive environments for young people.
Core Services
CFLR’s Prevention Program uses a three-tiered model to meet the unique needs of youth, families, and communities.
Tier 1 – Universal Prevention
Services available to all students and community members:
Tier 2 – Selective Prevention
Targeted support for youth and families who may be at higher risk:
Tier 3 – Indicated Prevention
Intensive interventions for individuals demonstrating high-risk behaviors:
Community Education & Events
The Prevention Program engages the community through accessible, no-cost programming designed to educate, support, and connect.
Community Pop-Up Meetings
Informal gatherings that promote awareness and provide resources.
Community Cafés
Conversations that bring families, youth, and providers together around important behavioral health topics.
Training for Parents, Teachers & Administrators
Workshops that build understanding, strengthen communication, and support school communities. All trainings are provided free of charge.
Measuring Our Impact
We evaluate our effectiveness using both data and lived experience. Our impact is reflected in:
"Addiction is a disease — not a choice. Prevention begins with awareness, compassion, and understanding. We are committed to helping our community learn, grow, and thrive together."
Prevention Program — FAQ
The Prevention Program is designed to educate, support, and empower young people, families, and communities. It focuses on strengthening mental health, preventing substance use, and addressing behavioral challenges before they become more serious.
We serve students from elementary through high school across Oneida County, along with at-risk youth, families, educators, and community partners.
Yes. All Prevention services — including education, small groups, one-on-one interventions, and community trainings — are provided at no cost to students, families, and partner schools.
We provide age-appropriate, evidence-based programs, classroom presentations, small-group sessions, parent consultations, and one-on-one interventions depending on the needs of the school or student.
- Tier 1 (Universal): Education and support for all students.
- Tier 2 (Selective): Targeted help for youth who may be at higher risk.
- Tier 3 (Indicated): Individualized support for students showing early signs of behavioral or emotional challenges.
Schools and administrators can contact the Prevention Program directly to schedule programming, training, or consultations. Our team will work with you to determine the best fit for your needs.
Yes. We offer free, accessible training on topics such as youth mental health, communication, early warning signs, and substance use prevention.
We track program completions, behavioral changes, skill development, and feedback from youth, families, and school staff to continually improve our services and demonstrate impact.
No. Prevention services are educational and supportive in nature. Participation does not affect academic records or discipline status.
You can reach out directly to our Prevention Team for information, scheduling, or consultations. We’re here to help guide you to the right level of support.
Contact the Prevention Program
Our team is here to support schools, families, and young people with prevention education, early intervention, and community resources.
DeQuan Watson
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