Temptation seems to be around every corner —
especially for teens and young adults!
How do you handle the tough decisions when “everyone seems to be doing it”? The uncomfortable moments? “The talk”?
With knowledge. With confidence. With courage.
If you have a teenager, or if you’re a young adult in Central Florida, SHADE has you covered.
What is SHADE?
It’s a fun, engaging group that helps Central Florida teens and young adults make healthy, safe decisions. (Plus – every session has free pizza and cool giveaways!)
Fun, Myth-Busting Sessions
Can you get HIV from a mosquito? Does vaping impair your decision-making? What’s the real risk with a little alcohol? Through interactive discussions, SHADE demystifies the truth about substance misuse and HIV/STIs.
Realistic Guidance
Learn life skills to stay healthy and confident.
Open Conversations
Explore how traditions, beliefs, and pressure can influence our values and choices – and how to navigate risks. It’s a safe, open environment for the tough conversations.
Additional local resources
SAMHSA Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741
Aspire Health Partners: 407-875-3700
University Behavioral Center: 407-281-7000
AdventHealth Hope and Healing Center, Seminole: 407-792-2161
Park Place Behavioral Health Center: 407-846-0023
FREE Hep C Testing by 26Health
Lake Ellenor Health Department- Testing by appointment only: 407-723-5054
The Center: 407-228-8272
Florida HIV Hotline: 1-800-FLA-AIDS
This program is supported by Grant Number 5H79SP082148-05 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The total award of $199,897 is provided entirely by the Federal Government, with 100% of the project funded by Federal sources. The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.