April 21st or any 21st!

We had a great kick off to our first annual PowerTalk 21 day last Thursday! But if you missed that day, I want you to know that any day--the 21st of May for instance--is a great day to start the conversation with your teen.

Research shows that the earlier one starts drinking alcohol, the more likely they are to become alcohol dependent and drive drunk. That alone should be reason enough to make sure we do our best to keep our teens alcohol free.

So, if you missed PowerTalk 21 don't worry. Go to www.madd.org/powerofparents and request your free Parent Handbook or better yet, find a FREE 30 minute workshop in your area and check it out in person. You'll get a great overview of the research that went into this program as well as a walk through of the Parent Handbook.

A big shout out to Nationwide Insurance, our Presenting Sponsor, who really is "on our side"! We couldn't do these free programs without their support.

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

During the month dedicated to discussion about the serious issue of alcohol dependence and abuse in the United States, MADD would like to raise awareness for its Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving which aims to eradicate this violent crime once and for all through the following programs:

• High visibility law enforcement
• Ignition interlocks for all convicted drunk drivers
• Advanced vehicle technology
• Grassroots support

Do your part to help make your community safer.

• Take the Pledge to Eliminate Drunk Driving.
• Contact your lawmakers and urge them to require alcohol ignition interlock for all convicted DUI offenders.
• Make a donation in support of MADD’s lifesaving mission.