What is ARC? ARC (Adolescent Resource Center) is a comprehensive counseling, educational and medical service for adolescents focused on reducing risk-taking behaviors, especially those related to sexual health.
Group Education Sessions Counselors teach issues relating to responsible decision-making and sexual health. Presentations are geared for elementary, middle and high school youth. Parent groups are also available. Sessions are usually held for 3-4 consecutive days. Topics, selected in consultation with the teacher, include: • abstinence •
acquaintance rape
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communication skills
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contraception
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dating violence
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decision making
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healthy relationships
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HIV/AIDS
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negotiating contraceptive use
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refusal/negotiation skills
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puberty
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sexual harassment
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sexually transmitted diseases
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teen pregnancy issues
• values clarification All course material is age-appropriate using presentations, discussion and interactive activities. Our topics and approach meet curriculum requirements set by the Delaware Department of Education.
Confidential Telephone Hotline ARC counselors provide information and support. All calls are confidential. The hotline can be reached by calling 302-658-6134 or 800-924-6977 (toll-free).
Medical Services This component is designed to meet the unique needs of teenagers. ARC counselors and medical staff from Christiana Care Health Systems work as a team. Teens receive individual education and counseling every time he or she is seen for medical care. Parent and/or partner counseling is also available. Adolescents ages 12-20 may receive: • birth control • STD testing and treatment • pregnancy determination • HIV testing • emergency contraception
Medical Services Locations
For More Information: Medical Services or to use the Hotline: 302-658-6134 or 800-924-6977
NEW CASTLE COUNTY 2005 Baynard Boulevard, Wilmington Mondays 4:30p - 6:30p Wednesdays 3:30p - 5:00p Westside Health 1802 West 4th Street, Wilmington Tuesdays 5:00p to 6:30p Westside Health 27 Marrows Road, Newark Thursdays, 3:30p - 5:30p
KENT COUNTY
Educational Services: 302-658-5177 or 800-924-6977
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Children & Families First strengthens Delaware families by delivering an effective continuum of community-based social services, In existence for more than 125 years, CFF builds the foundation for strong communities with child-centered and family-focused programs. Children & Families First does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed or religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, handicap, political affiliation, or any other discriminatory basis or criteria.
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