ABOUT BACON STREET

Organized in 1971 by concerned citizens, Bacon Street is a private, not-for-profit corporation governed by a Board of Directors representing the four jurisdictions it serves. The program is licensed and certified as an outpatient substance abuse center by the Virginia Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation, and Substance Abuse Services; is a member agency of both United Way of Greater Williamsburg and United Way of the Virginia Peninsula; and is affiliated by contract with the Colonial Services Board. The program is also a charter member of The Virginia Association of Drug and Alcohol Programs.

WHAT BACON STREET DOES

Bacon Street offers a variety of services to address the problem of alcohol and other drug abuse in our communities.

TREATMENT SERVICES:

These services are for people under the age of 19 who may be experiencing problems with alcohol or other drugs. When a young person or family first contacts Bacon Street, they are often unsure of what the problem is and of what to do about it. Bacon Street helps these individuals by:

• Determining whether there is a problem and what the nature and extent of the problem is.

• Providing counseling and education to the adolescent and their family so that all will understand the problem and what part they can play in overcoming it.

• Referring to other agencies and organizations who may be able to assist in overcoming their problem.

For young people who are before the Juvenile Court or who have been apprehended for possession of or use of alcohol or other drugs at school, Bacon Street offers a structured group education and counseling program under the title Youth Offender Program. Young people referred for this program often receive individual and family services in addition to their involvement in the group. People age 19 and older who may be experiencing problems should contact the Adult Substance Abuse Program of the Colonial Services Board at 220-3200.

PREVENTION SERVICES:

Within the scope of its prevention philosophy, Bacon Street intervenes directly in the lives of young people who are at high risk for future involvement in substance abuse. These services promote the conditions under which people can confront situations in their lives in constructive and healthy way without the destructive response of substance abuse. To promote healthy living, Bacon Street conducts activities which:

• Provide information about alcohol and other drugs and their effects.

• Address attitudes and feelings related to the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs.

• Develop skills and knowledge to help people avoid abusing alcohol and other drugs.

• Confront problems which may lead to the abuse of alcohol and other drugs.

• Improve the quality of life in our communities.

FEES FOR OUR SERVICES

A fee is charged for each service.  You will be required to pay the co-payment and deductible assigned to you by your healthcare plan.  If you are unable to pay the co-payment and deductible, or do not have healthcare coverage, you will be required to pay a fee which is based on your ability to pay.  Ability-to-pay fees are determined using a sliding scale based on your income and number of dependents.  We accept cash, check and Visa or Mastercard for payment. 

GROUP SCHEDULE

MONDAY

• Family Group: 5 to 6 pm

• Parent Support Group: 6 to 7:30 pm

• Movie night for the teens

TUESDAY

• Family Group: 5:30 to 6:30 pm

• Family Group: 6:30 to 7:30 pm

WEDNESDAY

• Family Group: 5:30 to 6:30 pm

• Family Group in GRAFTON

THURSDAY

• Parenting with Love & Limits - OR - Anger Management: 6 to 8 pm