P.A.R.T.Y. programs promote safer choices for youth
Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Outreach staff are licensed P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth) presenters who are educating youth across the province about the potential consequences of major injuries.
P.A.R.T.Y. events supported by SHA ABI Outreach health educators follow the journey of a seriously injured person. Presenters include people living with major injuries, educators, paramedics, police officers, nurses, rehabilitation specialists, mental health and addictions professionals, and funeral directors. These speakers explain how life changes after an injury, the effects of alcohol and drugs on decision-making, the importance of good mental health, and ways to reduce risk of injury.
“P.A.R.T.Y. presenters are passionate about education. They value the opportunity to connect and discuss prevention with students, to reduce the risk of serious injury,” said Lisa McGowan, Acquired Brain Injury Education and Prevention Health Educator. “Students report gaining a deeper understanding of the effect their choices have, not only on themselves but on their families, friends and communities."
SHA P.A.R.T.Y. presenters embody the CARES values of compassion, accountability, respect, equity and safety. The events they support proactively promote risk reduction and inform youth about the effects of severe injuries. In 2024-25, SHA staff assisted at events in Maidstone, Turtleford, Kipling, Hudson Bay, Shaunavon, Maple Creek, and Saskatoon.
