Youth Evaluations

We Can Help . . . 
If your child or teenager is experiencing any of the following-

Funding Provided by:
United Way of Greater Topeka


City of Topeka and Shawnee County
Special Alcohol/Drug Program Funds

 - Problems with friends, family or parents
 - Stress at school, home or job
 - Use of alcohol and/or other drugs

1. Call 266-8666 (Prevention and Recovery Services) as soon as possible after a referral to make an appointment.  There may be a waiting period.
   
2. A two hour appointment will be scheduled to complete an evaluation.  Please arrive 20 minutes before the appointment to complete the paperwork, and sign confidentiality and release forms.
   
3. Confidentiality is required by state and federal law. No information obtained 
   either verbally or in writing will be released to any other individual or agency without a release signed by the youth and parent.
   
4. While both parents or legal guardians are encouraged to attend the evaluation, at 
   least one parent or legal guardian must accompany the youth to the session. (Documentation of legal guardianship must be provided at the time of appointment if person is not the natural parent.)  The evaluation process will include time with the youth and counselor only; with the parent or guardian and counselor only; and with the youth, parent or guardian and counselor.
   
5. If the evaluation is a result of a school suspension, a school official designated by the student and parent will be informed by letter that the evaluation has taken place. Recommendations made by the counselor will be released only to individuals specified by the youth or parent.
   
6. A recommendation will be made after an evaluation is completed.
   
7. A follow-up survey will be sent to determine if recommendations were helpful or if additional services are needed.

• Free evaluations for youth who may be at high risk
• A two hour appointment will be scheduled.
• Identify issues involving relationships at school, 
  with parents, or in the community.
• Alcohol and drug evaluation.
• Refer young people and their families to 
  appropriate services.

Prevention and 
Recovery Services
(785) 266-8666

• Parents, guardians or youth may call to make 
  an appointment.
• School personnel and other professionals may 
  refer parents or youth for evaluations.
• Youth of legal age may self-refer.

Prevention and Recovery Services
2209 SW 29th
Topeka, Kansas 66611

• Educate yourself about alcohol and other drugs.
• Talk to your youth about alcohol and other drugs.
• Set firm rules about drinking and other drug use.
• Learn to really listen to your youth.
• Be a good role model.
• Help your youth feel good about himself or herself.
• Encourage healthy, creative activities.
• Talk with other parents.
• Help your youth deal with peer pressure.
• Know what to do if you suspect a problem.