Addiction Awareness Event Scheduled For Sept. 27

MILTON, GA -- A church in Milton will host an event next week to inform local residents about the perils of drug addiction.

The Courage To Speak Foundation will bring its addiction awareness discussion to Birmingham United Methodist Church at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27.

Fulton County District 2 Commissioner Bob Ellis, along with members of the Fulton County Youth Commission, are slated to attend next week's event.

During the discussion, residents will hear from foundation founder Ginger Katz, who will give a presentation about substance abuse and addiction.

Katz will go over how to recognize the warning signs; addiction and its impact on families; the code of silence and its dangers; how to identify risky behaviors and friendships; and what to do if you suspect your child is using drugs or alcohol.

The foundation was created in 1996 after Katz, and husband Larry, lost their son, Ian, to a drug overdose. Since its founding, the organization has been dedicated to preventing drug overdose deaths from affecting another families.

Birmingham United Methodist Church is located at 15770 Birmingham Highway. You can learn more about The Courage To Speak by visiting its website.

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