• Health support services is a multiple-tiered program that uses substance misuse and STD prevention strategies which are in concert with substance abuse treatment and counseling to change the behavior of at risk 18-29 African American young men.
• The program addresses the needs of the population of focus from a culturally sensitive perspective
• The population focus benefits from the program having a variety choices to address substance use, STD risks, and mental health. They care about the program because it is free, accessible, and appropriate for their immediate needs.
• The program is for young African American men 18-29. The only criteria for the population of focus to participate is that they are young African American men 18-29 who are at risk for substance misuse and/or HIV infection and may need substance misuse treatment
• Most program activities takes place at SAFE: A Rustin’s Place (a drop-in center) 3533 Dunn Road, Suite 228, Florissant, MO 63033. Perspective clients should call the Project Coordinator at 314-695-5188
• The application/enrollment process entail completing an enrollment application and assessment surveys. There are incentives given for completion of survey forms.
• There are no costs for participation.
• English is the language the program is delivered in.

Referrals from other programs can be made by contacting the Director of Substance Misuse and Behavioral Health Services.