PACE Programs and Services

PACE Coalition presents students with information about various harmful substances such as tobacco, alcohol, marijuana upon request. It is important that students have accurate, evidence-based information about harmful substances if they are to make healthy choices. For more information call (775) 777-3451 or email info@pacecoalition.org.

D.A.V.E. (Drug and Alcohol Vaping Education) is a student-focused prevention program designed to address the growing risks of vaping and substance use among youth. This evidence-informed initiative educates students about the health consequences of vaping nicotine and THC, while promoting critical thinking, refusal skills, and healthy alternatives. Through interactive lessons and real-world scenarios, D.A.V.E. empowers students to make informed choices and resist peer pressure, fostering a safer and healthier school environment. PACE Coalition co-facilitates the program in Elko High School.

Responsible Beverage Server Training reviews best practices and legal requirements for those who sell or serve alcohol in order to prevent youth access to alcohol, prevent overserving, and protect servers from disruptions to their livelihood due to inadvertent violations of laws and regulations. Some alcohol licensing authorities require people who sell or serve alcohol to maintain a safe service certification. Classes are approximately three hours and are scheduled upon request. For more information call (775) 777-3451 or email info@pacecoalition.org.

SMART Recovery stands for Self-Management And Recovery Training. It is an evidence-based program that gives individuals the tools and support needed to regain control over their lives from substance or behavioral addictions. Meetings are free and open to adults 18 or older.

PACE is working to develop a youth-directed prevention group in a local high school.

The PACE Coalition Book Club meets monthly to read and discuss books about substance use and its prevention. To learn more, email Lauryn@PACECoalition.org.

No child should feel left out at such a special time as Halloween. So PACE Coalition accepts donated new or gently used costumes and gives them to children in need of their own Halloween costumes. For more information call (775) 777-3451 or email info@pacecoalition.org.

The law requires that children below a certain age, weight, or height be placed in a properly installed car seat appropriate for their age and characteristics. When our funding allows, PACE Coalition provides free car seats to qualifying parents or guardians. Call (775) 777-3451 or email info@pacecoalition.org for details.

Experts say that when kids start experimenting with substance use they most often obtain painkillers and other medications in their own or friends’ homes. To reduce youth access to prescription and other drugs, PACE Coalition provides free lock boxes and locking bags. Call (775) 777-3451 or email info@pacecoalition.org for more information.

On the first Tuesday of every month (unless falling on a holiday) PACE Coalition hosts an online meeting of representatives from nonprofits, agencies, and others that provide services to residents of Northeastern Nevada. Our Rural Providers Meetings are open to the public. To learn more or to request the Zoom link email info@pacecoalition.org.

Underage alcohol consumption poses risks to adolescent development and safety. PACE Coalition’s trained I.D. Checkers are available to check I.D.s during events where alcohol is sold or served protecting event organizers, minors, and other attendees.