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Programs that Work

Across Ages


Program Info
Program Overview
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Program Info

Outcome Areas
Healthy and Safe Children

Indicators
Youths not using alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs

Topic Areas

     Age of Child
       Middle Childhood (9-12)
       Adolescence (13-18)
     Type of Service
       Mentoring
       Parent Education
       Youth Development
     Type of Outcome Addressed
       Behavior Problems
       Cognitive Development / School Performance
       Physical Health
       Substance Use and Dependence

Evidence Level  (What does this mean?)
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Program Overview

Across Ages is a mentoring program designed to enhance the resiliency of children among youth ages 9 to 13. The goals of the program are to promote positive development and to prevent high-risk behaviors such as substance use, early sexual activity, or violence.

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Program Reviews

The Across Ages program has not yet been thoroughly reviewed by PPN, but preliminary review suggests it may be effective at improving outcomes for the indicators listed above.

This program is highly regarded by other credible organizations and reviews of the program can be found online at the websites listed below:

SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP)


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