The Prenatal Substance Use Prevention Program (PSUPP) is a counseling/education program for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, and for families with children in the home.

The PSUPP program was developed by the Indiana Department of Health and is designed to prevent birth defects, low birth weight, premature births, and other problems associated with prenatal substance use. LaPorte County’s program is one of 16 located throughout Indiana. This program provides a tobacco cessation program for women and families. Participants receive five individual counseling sessions either in their homes or at Dunebrook to assist them in developing and implementing a cessation plan that works for them. This program is absolutely free and worth every “smoke free” moment.

PSUPP provides education, referrals, and early intervention for substance use during pregnancy. Staff is available for public education on the possible hazards of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use during pregnancy, and the hazards of second hand smoke for children.

Public Education
The Speaker’s Bureau (staff and board members) is available for presentations, radio and television programs, fairs and tours. Dunebrook provides public service information, billboard campaigns and an annual event to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect.

Community Center
Dunebrook makes its facilities available to numerous community organizations, including United Way, Healthy Communities, the Child Protection Team, the Child Fatality Review Team and other child service-related groups.