Children Affected by Substance Abuse (CASA) is a program of Cayuga Counseling Services, Inc.
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Children Affected
By Substance Abuse
Resources
National Drug Endangered Children Alliance
The National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children teaches early identification, response, and appropriate intervention services for children and families affected by parental or caregiver substance misuse.
Sesame Street in Communities
When a family member struggles with addiction, the whole family struggles. Children often think it’s their fault; they feel shame, embarrassment, guilt, and loneliness; they may feel invisible. It takes special effort to start important conversations and answer children’s questions.
https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/parental-addiction/
United For Youth
United for Youth: Creating a path forward for children, youth and families impacted by substance use is funded by the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) and operated by JBS International, Inc. This site highlights awareness of the stress and trauma children face and offers resources, best practice tools and effective interventions.
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
PCIT is an evidence-based treatment for young children, ages 2-7 years old, who are exhibiting behavioral outbursts. Therapist in the CASA program are trained in PCIT.