What is Communities That Care?

Communities That Care (CTC) is a risk-focused approach to reducing adolescent drug use and violence through community mobilization and planning. Local citizens and community leaders work together as the CTC for Youth Board to identify the risk factors that increase the likelihood of problem behaviors developing, and enhance the protective factors that can shield youngsters from problems. The risk and protective factors are used to implement a comprehensive plan to step ahead of problems with far-reaching and long-lasting solutions.

The CTC Vision

Norristown Area Communities That Care for Youth (CTC) brings together community residents and leaders to prevent substance use and violence in order to secure a more safe, caring and educated environment in which youth can live and grow to be productive members of our community.

CTC Service Area

Norristown Area Communities That Care focuses on reducing risk factors for youth in the Greater Norristown Area (East Norriton Township, West Norriton Township and the Municipality of Norristown) in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

The Youth Subcommittee of Norristown Area CTC For Youth, in partnership with Norristown Area Fight Against Drugs at Norristown Area High School, replicated the national anti-drug media campaign highlighting local youth leaders at community locations with personalized messages. A variety of substance abuse prevention posters focusing on youth and parents are available in English and Spanish. To request a poster to be displayed at your community or business location in the Norristown Area, please call 610-630-2111 ext. 236.

Upcoming Meetings/Events

CTC Board Meetings
Norristown Police Athletic League
340 Harding Blvd.
Norristown, PA 19401
6-7:30 p.m.
- July 14, 2009
- October 13, 2009

CTC Steering Committee Meetings
Family Services
3125 Ridge Pike
Eagleville, PA 19403
10–11:30 a.m.
- July 21, 2009
- September 15, 2009
- November 17, 2009

For a complete list of upcoming programs and events, visit the Calendar.