Alachua County: Supporting Family Values

​​Alachua County's $31,000 in funding support for Planned Parenthood's "Time For Your Teen" program was recently highlighted by our governor. This is a great opportunity to share information about this valuable resource.

This program is designed to build stronger connections by working directly with parents/guardians and their teenagers (13-19). It is available for free both online and in person. By promoting trust and encouraging open dialogue about sex education, abstinence, sexually transmitted diseases, screenings, and healthy decision-making, Time For Your Teen promotes positive behaviors and reinforces family values that can last a lifetime.

The importance of awareness and prevention cannot be overstated. Nearly 80% of teen pregnancies are unplanned, and many result in long-term challenges for young parents, including school dropout, unemployment, health issues, and substance abuse. The CDC reports that teen pregnancies cost taxpayers more than $9 billion annually. Florida ranks 25th in the nation for teen pregnancies, with Florida taxpayers paying for more than $443 million in services related to teen pregnancies each year.

Alachua County's modest $31,000 investment in this program demonstrates how local community action can make long-lasting, measurable differences, save taxpayer dollars, and build stronger futures for families. The county believes this program aligns with our community's support for healthier families and brighter futures for our youth.

Learn more or register for the program.

For more information, contact Communications Director Mark Sexton at 352-264-6979 or [email protected]​.

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