Narconon of Georgia  

Taking Back the Streets from Drugs and Crime.

Many people are aware of a drug problem in their community, school or even at home, but are unaware of methods to fight drug addiction.

While drug rehab is an option for those already addicted to drugs, studies have shown that proper drug education and drug awareness go a long way to drug prevention. What can a person do?

Amidst the clamor of drug abusers and drug dealers in our communities, there needs to be a voice of reason. Our churches can bring a better vision to teach our children, empower our residents and provide the light of reasoning.

The Atlanta Recovery Center Drug Rehab in Georgia has recently been working with local churches on a simple plan to take back our communities, which includes cleaning up the local convenience stores and providing drug education. Our first step has been to gain a better understanding of the problem.

Convenience stores that sell drug paraphernalia are magnets for drug addicts and drug dealers. The store where citizens pick up their cat food or grab a cup of coffee in a hurry; may have crack pipes, papers, bongs and other paraphernalia for sale. The average customer won’t see these items. They are for special customers and remain behind the counter until they are requested. If there are individuals lurking outside the convenience store for periods of time, chances these may be drug dealers, making this convenience store a “one stop shop” for drug abusers.

Religious educators can warn their parishioners on the possibility of drug trafficking at the local store. They should know to ask what paraphernalia is for sale next time they are in. And if it is for sale they should tell other concerned citizens and get them involved. Collectively, these citizens can complain in person and write letters. This is the stronger customer base and the stores will listen.

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