February 2008
THE VINCE CARTER SANCTUARY CONSTRUCTION
KICK-OFF A ROUSING SUCCESS

The Vince Carter Sanctuary Construction Kick-Off a Rousing Success Last night the Charter Room at the Ginn Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast was abuzz with excitement over the imminent construction of Stewart-Marchman Center's expansion project - The Vince Carter Sanctuary - which will provide world class treatment to those struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. Over 200 attendees representing Volusia and Flagler County's business community, as well as local and state political leaders, were treated to words of inspiration by Michelle Carter-Scott, who encouraged the community to get involved because no one is insulated from the effects of substance abuse.

The major donors acknowledged at the event whose contribution is assisting the dream of this world class facility to become a reality: Bobby and Michelle Ginn, Vince Carter, Michelle Carter-Scott, Austin Outdoor, Brown & Brown Insurance, and Bright House Networks.

Eddie Schatz, founder of Austin Outdoor was inspiring when discussing the impact the Vince Carter Sanctuary will have in addictions research conducted by the University of Florida's McKnight Brain Institute.

This celebration would not have been possible without Bobby and Michelle Ginn, who hosted the celebration. The Ginns were instrumental in getting this campaign started and their expertise in property development played a crucial role in the design of this project.

Bobby Ginn closed out the evening challenging attendees to make it their responsibility to raise awareness in the fight against drug and alcohol addiction by supporting the Vince Carter Sanctuary - even after the front doors open for the first time, for that is when real change begins to occur.

Anticipated construction of this 37,500 square foot facility begins March 2008 with completion by January 2009.

For more information, call Stewart-Marchman Foundation's Development Director Deborah Zeoli at (386) 947-1416.

October 2006
STEWART-MARCHMAN FOUNDATION NAMES CABINET MEMBERS

Stewart-Marchman Foundation announces the appointment of their Capital Campaign Cabinet members. This cabinet will conduct a capital campaign to construct a 50-bed residential treatment facility consisting of two 25-bed dormitories, a multi-purpose building, and a University of Florida affiliated research facility for addictive studies at 301 Justice Lane, Bunnell, Florida. Cabinet members include: co-chairs Eddie Schatz, Austin Outdoor and Peter Heebner, local attorney, Jim Gardner, current developer and former ITT Corporation executive; Tom Gibbs, Tom Gibbs Chevrolet; Michelle Ginn; Ginn Clubs and Resorts; Brigit Griessel; Flagler County Commissioner Blair Kanbar; Senator Evelyn Lynn; Mr. Clark Maxwell, former state representative and senator; and Congressman John Mica. Staff members Deborah Zeoli, Development Director and Dr. Ernest Cantley, President will be coordinating the project.

In discussing the project co-chairman Eddie Schatz said, "The drug abuse problems that we are experiencing here in Flagler County will continue to get worse as our population increases. We have to complete this project in a timely manner to meet the need today as well as the needs of tomorrow." Tom Gibbs stated, "I am pleased to volunteer my time for this cause, with the reputation of Stewart-Marchman Center as a leader in the State in the field of addiction, it is a natural for SMC to develop this facility in Flagler County". Furthermore Jim Gardner stated, "I am particularly excited about working with Dr Mark Gold and the University of Florida's McKnight Brain Institute, to establish a research center to identify some of the future problems and strategies for solving them - and that this will be developed right here in Flagler County."

Dr. Ernest Cantley, President of Stewart-Marchman Center and Stewart-Marchman Foundation states, "We will be successful in this campaign because of the significant needs of the community, the leadership team that has come together to assist in developing the resources, and by the entire community working together to build this facility - federal, state, county, local, and philanthropy. Everyone wins in this arrangement."

Groundbreaking ceremonies were conducted at the site of this facility, 301 Justice Lane, Bunnell. The cabinet members and center officials were joined by numerous citizens of the area and elected officials, including Bunnell Mayor Joann King, John Tanner, State Attorney, Senator Evelyn Lynn, Flagler County Sheriff Fleming, and Wiley Deck, regional representative for of Congressman John Mica. The Center's plan calls for the formal construction to begin during the spring of 2007 for completion in the early fall. According to center officials, while the campaign cabinet is currently working to finalize goal for the capital campaign it is anticipated that the first phase of construction will approach three million dollars. For further information: Contact Deborah Zeoli, Development Director at (386) 947-1416 or email at dzeoli@stewartmarchman.org.

September 2006
Area Agency Plans Prevention Fair

Despite disturbing statistics on drug use by young people in America, millions of lives have been saved through education and prevention, and others improved dramatically through treatment and recovery. The Stewart-Marchman Center (SMC), our area's leading substance abuse and addiction treatment services agency will recognize the 17th Annual National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month by hosting a Prevention Fair designed to support the 2006 theme "Join the Voices for Recovery: Build a Stronger, Healthier Community." The Prevention Fair will be held Saturday, September 30, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. outside the Wal-Mart on Beville Road (at Nova) in Daytona Beach, where staff will be handing out free material, speaking with the public and answering questions, as well as promoting services available to them. "We are targeting mostly young adults and adolescents," said Victoria Kress, SMC's Regional Prevention Director, "but we hope to reach the entire community. It seems everyone has a family member or a friend or coworker who is experiencing a problem with addiction, or children they want to help remain drug free. They need help, they need facts, and they need to know what services are available." Recovery Month highlights the benefits of treatment for and recovery from substance abuse disorders, recognizes the contributions of treatment and care providers, educates the public that substance abuse disorders are a treatable public health problem, and encourages community support to help eradicate the stigma and discrimination associated with these disorders. It is an opportunity to emphasize the benefits of treatment, remind the community that treatment is effective and that recovery is very possible. The mission of Stewart-Marchman Center is to improve, through prevention, intervention, and treatment services, the quality of life of individuals and families affected by substance abuse and delinquency. For more information on its programs and services, call the Access Center, 888-516-2296 or visit stewartmarchman.org.

August 2006
SMC Counselor Named FADAA Professional of the Year

Carl Gandy FADAA Professional of the Year SMC is excited to announce that Carl Gandy was named a 2006 FADAA Professional of the Year at the annual conference in Orlando, in August. A Florida native, Carl has been with SMC since August, 1996.

A graduate of Flagler Palm Coast High School, and the University of Central Florida, Carl obtained his Certification as an Addictions Professional by the Florida Certification Board in June 2001. He received SMC's Adult Services Division Leadership Award for 2003. During his 10-year career with the agency, he has implemented policies and procedures necessary to achieve superior accreditation credentials in every position he has held, including stringent JCAHO and CARF standards.

July 2006
STEWART-MARCHMAN SUPPORTERS HELP THEM
CROSS THE FINISH LINE
Dinner-Auction Event Keeps Stewart-Marchman Center in the Race

The Stewart-Marchman Foundation’s Annual Dinner and Auction was held Wednesday, June 28, at the fabulous Daytona 500 Club at the Daytona International Speedway. Now in its eighth year, the fundraiser once again raised approximately $100K for the landmark substance abuse facility’s community programs. This year’s honoree was NASCAR driver Kyle Petty, who was recognized for, among other charitable endeavors, his work with the Victory Junction Gang Camp, which provides seriously ill children with a week of theme park-size fun. His parents, Richard and Lynda Petty, emcee Benny Parsons, other NASCAR drivers, officials from NASCAR and Daytona International Speedway, and representatives of major businesses and organizations, as well as gracious supporters of the Stewart-Marchman Center, enjoyed an evening of food, fun and camaraderie. Tickets to the popular event were again sold out, weeks before the date. Attendees enjoyed many exciting auction items, but perhaps the biggest win was the Stewart-Marchman Center and its clients when NASCAR President Mike Helton waged a bidding battle with Jon Hall Chevrolet dealer Glenn Ritchey for a Speedway leather jacket autographed by Daytona 500 winner Jimmie Johnson. Helton placed the high bid, and then, in the true spirit of the evening, offered the jacket to Ritchey for his showroom if he would match the bid. After Ritchey agreed, the pair had contributed an additional $6,000 to the cause. Virtually every major Volusia and Flagler County business or corporation was represented at the sold-out event, and Stewart-Marchman was pleased to acknowledge Bright House Networks, Daytona Beach Police Department, L. Gale Lemerand, NASCAR and Wachovia National Bank as its biggest, Checkered Flag sponsors.

March 2006
SMC Opens New Ernest D. Cantley
Outpatient Center in Daytona*

SMC opened the Ernest D. Cantley Outpatient Center located at 702 S. Ridgewood Avenue, Daytona Beach, this month. The building was dedicated to Dr. Cantley, President of SMC, on Tuesday, March 14th. This location houses services such as outpatient for both adolescents and adults, the Healthy Start and Healthy Families offices, as well well as the Keep Kids Drug Free Prevention Center.

November 2005
SMC Recognized For Tobacco Free Policy
in Residential Programs*

SMC was recently awarded, the First Annual, "Step Up to the Challenge Award", by the Healthy Volusia Partnership. The award was presented by Dr.Thomas Coleman, Director of the Volusia County Health Department in recognition of SMC's tobacco free policy in all residential client components. To support clients in this effort, tobacco cessation courses are offered along with the use of nicotine replacement therapy. As a result, each individual realizes benefits to their health, longevity, social freedom, and is able to model positive behaviors for those younger members of their family. The cost benefits are are also a real eye opener!

July 29, 2005
SMC PROGRAMS GO SMOKE-FREE AUGUST 1ST*

On August 1, 2005, Stewart~Marchman Center will implement Tobacco Cessation treatment as a part of standard treatment procedure for drug and alcohol problems. Nicotine is a drug that has effects on the human brain similar to both cocaine and heroin. Recent research has shown that nicotine challenges the recovery of alcoholics and drug dependent clients in the same way that continued use of any addictive drug does. In order to offer our clients the most effective treatment services and do all that we can to reduce the suffering and social costs resulting from the abuse alcohol and drugs, Stewart~Marchman Center will prohibit the use of tobacco products within residential programs and on the premises of outpatient programs, and will limit the use of tobacco products in detoxification programs.

To support our clients in this challenge, tobacco cessation courses will be offered in detoxification and residential treatment programs. In outpatient programs tobacco cessation issues will be addressed in the course of treatment planning and counseling. In addition, assistance in the form of appropriate medications to counter depression and craving and nicotine patches for the detoxification process will be offered to clients.

We are well aware that detoxification and abstinence from tobacco presents a challenge greater than that of any other drug. We hope our clients may capture some motivation to meet this challenge in considering the benefits to their health, longevity, social freedom, modeling the behavior they want their children to learn, and saving a lot of money. Stewart~Marchman Center will do all it can to make their effort successful.

July 11, 2005
SMC IMPLEMENTS NEW PROGRAMMING FOR VOLUNTARY CLIENTS*

"RIGHT TURN"
A Motivational Style Brief Intervention For Voluntary Clients

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The "Right Turn" program is a brief clinical intervention for medication/substance dependent persons enrolled in SMC's Outpatient Detoxification Program, as well as for other individuals voluntarily seeking a motivational style brief intervention.

Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) has been selected as the evidence based approach for delivery of these services as MET has proven to be highly effective in changing behavior following brief interventions with clients. MET is based on well-recognized principles of motivational psychology, and is designed to generate rapid change for the client, in a non-threatening and non-confrontational manner. This model employs strategies such as focusing on client strengths rather than weaknesses, respecting client autonomy and personal decisions, developing therapeutic partnerships, recognizing the reality of coexisting disorders, accepting small steps as definitive progress, and assisting clients in mobilizing their own unique abilities toward improving their way of life. Right Turn will consist of an intake, followed by four weekly group sessions, followed by an individual discharge session.

For more information, please contact the Access Center at (888) 516-2296.

*Not an official press release

Contact person: Deborah Zeoli (386) 947-1416