People abuse drugs and other substances for many different reasons. The types of substances they use also vary greatly. They include legal drugs like alcohol and tobacco, and illegal drugs ranging from marijuana to cocaine, from methamphetamine to heroin – too many to mention.

About 10% of Americans abuse alcohol. Almost 25% of Americans still smoke. A 1996 survey estimated that about 13 million Americans use illicit drugs. The impact on these individuals, their family members and society as a whole is immeasurable.

Turnings is a group of professionals dedicated to preventing substance abuse problems before they start and treating those that already exist. These services are offered through the Ontario County Department of Substance Abuse Services. They offer counseling that helps families, individuals, and children make the right decisions regarding substance abuse and treatment to help those who use these substances turn away from them.

For more specific information about Turnings, you can contact them directly by calling 585- 396- 4190 or 887- 831- 9791.