TeenSMART Outreach Program
The TeenSMART Outreach Program is a community outreach program to youth 19 years and under, who are at high-risk for teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
Activities include dissemination of information and education on risk-reduction for unplanned pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual negotiation skills, reproductive health concerns, street outreach programs, counseling services and referral services to teen clinics for pregnancy or STD testing.
For more information call (530) 895-6565.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Do I have to pay for TeenSMART services?
A. No, there is no charge for TeenSMART. Health Education staff will provide information about abstinence, peer pressure, risk-reduction for teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS. Health Education staff can arrange for a pregnancy or STD test, if needed. For more information call (530) 895-6565.
Q. Where can I go to access Teen Clinic Services?
A. Teens may access clinic services through Butte County Public Health clinics at:
Chico: 2445 Carmichael Drive Chico, CA 95926 (530) 891-2731
Oroville: 78 Table Mountain Blvd. Oroville, CA 95965 (530) 538-7341
Links
American Social Health Association
California Department of Health Services, Office of Family Planning
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy