Family Day

Family Day is a national event that is held each September to highlight the benefits of establishing consistent family dinners. Research shows that children who do not eat dinner with their families are 61% more likely to use alcohol, tobacco or illicit drugs. Family Day encourages all families to become a Family Day STAR, this includes, Spending time with your kids by having dinner together, Talk to them about their friends, interests, and the dangers of drugs and alcohol, Answer their questions and listen to what they say, Recognize that you have the power to help keep your kids substance-free. Helping Services for Northeast Iowa partners with area school districts and agencies to highlight the importance of this day. This year, Family Day is scheduled every September.  To learn more about Family Day and the next Family Day date, please visit www.casafamilyday.org.