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PAADA has been a long-time friend and change agent of Lincoln County. With over 20 years of successful community-based prevention efforts, here is a snap shot of our current initiatives.

Prescription Drug Take Back – The service is free and anonymous; no questions asked.
Safe disposal for unused prescriptions @ Rx drop-off  locations at City Halls in Newport and Lincoln City; Toledo Police department. There are 3 permanent drug take-back program sites in Lincoln County. Lincoln City, Newport and Toledo have secure take-back programs year-round to keep our families and our waters safe. 3 Permanent Rx Drop Box Locations: NEWPORT: Police Department/City Hall    Hours: 9-5   M-F  541.574.3348    LINCOLN CITY: Police Department    Hours: 24 / 7    541.994.3636   TOLEDO: Police Department    Hours: 24 / 7    541.336.5555

Policy Reform
Statewide Student Discipline Advisory Committee

Teen Justice Panels
Youth criminal court diversion program

Recovery & Prevention Events
Celebrate Recovery- Hands Across the Bridge
Prescription Drug Summit

Community Education
Presentations to community civic groups about substance abuse and prevention efforts

Youth Leadership Academies
Teen leaders from every school in the county attend the annual academies, topics include:  alcohol & drug use prevention, conflict management, teamwork, leadership skills

Drug Free Workplace:  Click here to take the Employer DFW Survey

Prescription Drug Take Back Program- RX Take Back Brochure

Enforcement of Underage Drinking Laws (EUDL) 12/09 EUDL Report