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Addiction Resource Council
W228 N683 Westmound Drive
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 524-7921
Fax: (262) 524-7932
Email: info@arcouncil.net
ARC Services
Driver Assessment Services
In Wisconsin, all drivers convicted of alcohol or drug-related traffic violations are court ordered to make an appointment within 72 hours of their conviction (the 72-hour time line does not include weekends and/or holidays) with an approved assessment facility for an assessment of the driver's alcohol or drug use and development of an appropriate driver safety plan. In addition, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation can request that you complete an assessment based on an arrest, prior to conviction.
Failure to contact the assessment facility to schedule the appointment within the 72-hour time frame will result in license suspension. Where you live determines where you need to have the assessment done. There is only one designated assessment facility in each county. In Waukesha County you must have the assessment completed at the Addiction Resource Council, Inc.
Spanish Driver Assessment Services
The Council provides Intoxicated Driver Assessments in Spanish for Spanish-speaking residents of Dodge, Jefferson and Waukesha Counties.
Underage Alcohol & Other Drug Use Restorative Justice & Lifestyle Risk Reduction Program
In Waukesha County , many Police Departments allow first-time underage drinking violators an opportunity to avoid the consequences of a citation and a court appearance by participating in the Stop and THINK Underage Alcohol & Other Drug Use Restorative Justice & Lifestyle Risk Reduction Program. The goals of this program are to prevent alcohol or drug related health and impairment problems by increasing abstinence and reducing high risk choices related to alcohol- and other drug-related problems among youth under age twenty-one (21) and to promote behavior change and help people protect the things they value. The referring police department will be informed when individuals fail to register within 72 business hours, or fail to attend the class or follow further recommendations. Such non-compliance may result in the issuing of a citation and being referred to court with all the accompanying penalties and consequences of a conviction.
Most courts in Waukesha County also refer underage drinking violators to the Stop and THINK Program. Stop and THINK includes a 12-hour class held four sessions, one per week, with one individual Follow-Up Meeting attended 30 days following the course. The course is offered monthly. Participants need to register for the class within 72 hours of the conviction or offense (the 72 hour time line does not include weekends and/or holidays) or face the possibility of punitive court consequences. Some courts may require an assessment be done before attending any programming. If you are a Waukesha County resident, that assessment is done at the Addiction Resource Council. If you are not a Waukesha County resident, you may contact the Addiction Resource Council to obtain information on the designated assessment facility in other counties.
Participants in the class receive screening to determine if an individual assessment is required in addition to completing the education. If an alcohol/other drug assessment is recommended, completing the assessment is required for successful completion of the class. The assessment will determine if any additional referrals to education or treatment are needed. Failure to successfully complete the assessment and recommendations will result in reporting that non-compliance to the police department, court or other referring agency. Such non-compliance could result in additional consequences such as fines or loss of driving privileges.
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Drug Screens
The Council recognizes that substance dependence and abuse pose a direct and significant threat to the safety, health, and well-being of our clients. As a result we are dedicated to offering our clients drug screens to assist in identifying individuals in need of treatment and/or documenting progress/abstinence in both adolescents and/or adults.
Smoking Cessation Services
The Council offers the American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking Clinics
- Highly Structured Program. This method offers a systematic approach to quitting. There is a logical progression from awareness of the smoking habit to actual behavior change. Everyone goes through the same stages at the same time. In other programs, participants quit at different times or perhaps cut down but never actually target a quit date
- Focus on Behavior Change. Other programs tend to emphasize the health aspects of smoking with dirty lungs, scare tactics and disease discussion throughout the clinic. The focus of this program is positive. It emphasizes the benefits to health mastery of one’s own life, benefits, etc. The activities and assignments show smokers how to change their behavior.
- Maintenance. This component is the major difference between Freedom From Smoking and other programs. Almost anyone can stop smoking but staying off is the difficult part. Maintenance strategies in the “Tips for Staying Smoke-Free” handout are an integral part of the program.
For more information contact the Council at 262-524-7921 or info@arcouncil.net.
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Workplace Health and Wellness Services
Substance use disorders affect all employees in all types of industries from manufacturing to information technology, from the boardroom to the shop floor. Alcohol alone costs American employers an estimated $134 billion in productivity losses, generally due to missed work. Making a small investment in effective prevention and treatment for substance use disorders, can help you reduce your costs and help your employees.
We offer affordable customized plans that include:
- Policy Consultation
- Employee and management education & training
- Lifestyle Risk Reduction & Wellness
- Programming
- Smoking Cessation
- Parent & Family Education
- Assessment & Referral
- Crisis Intervention Services
As a small nonprofit organization, we know how difficult it is to find affordable programs and services. For that reason, we specialize in providing affordable services to small and medium-sized employers.
Call us today to schedule a free consultation appointment at 262-524-7921 or email us at info@arcouncil.net.
Educational Services
ADDICTION: Why Can’t They Just Stop
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PRIme for Life Lifestyle Risk Reduction Program
Family Intervention Training
Get Your Loved One Sober
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Mission:
The Addiction Resource Council, Inc. is committed to serving the residents of Waukesha County by providing alcohol and other drug prevention education, intervention, assessment, referral services, and leadership; for collaboration among institutions, organizations and community-based agencies.
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