KCI The Anti-Meth Site
Lending Library
**The
Lending Library is Discontinued**
This project was started in the fall of 2006 and
had great success. The five months the Lending Library was
functioning, we successfully loaned out DVD's to 18 individual
schools/organizations. We received back all the DVD's in a timely manner
with two exceptions: (1) one being damaged because of a large scratch;
and (2) abuse of the privilege from an individual.
The borrower who damaged the DVD is forgiven
because the borrower asked to replace or pay for the DVD. The non-return
of two DVD's is a different issue.
We emailed three (3) times and sent a letter by
postal mail to Emily asking for return of DVD's and have received no
reply or response. We feel betrayed and can not afford to replace these
DVD's at this time. Here is the email Emily sent.
Emily Helquist wrote:
I am employed by the State of Utah and work at a shelter for
children ages 12-18. I currently co-facilitate a group on addictive
behaviors for the youth in the shelter and any youth in the
community that are in need of general education on addictive
behaviors. I found your web-site when I was looking on the internet
for information on methamphetamine and was wondering if you would be
willing to let us borrow two DVD's, The Meth Epidemic; and Dying for
Meth.
If this would be possible please let me know.
Our address is 2660 Lincoln Avenue, Ogden, Utah 84401.
Thank you so much, Emily Helquist.
We replied to Emily ("Emily
Helquist" <ehelquist@utah.gov>) before sending the DVD's for more
information about her employer and received the following:
Thank you for responding to my e-mail.
The facility is named Archway Youth Service Center, the address is
2660 Lincoln Avenue Ogden, Utah 84401. Our business phone number is
801-778-6500. Feel free to call or e-mail if you have any questions
at all. Thank you so much, Emily Helquist
So, out of the seven (7) DVD's available, we are
now down to four. At this time, we still believe in the inherent good of
individuals. However, a re-thinking of how to provide this lending
library service is needed. Maybe an Internet service with a credit
card hold like when checking into a hotel is available. Not sure right
now. Any suggestions is very much appreciated. Please send your
suggestions to: kcimeth@yahoo.com
PS: If you know Emily, or come in contact with
her, would you be kind enough and ask her to return the meth DVD's?
Thanks!!!
**NEVER
RETURNED BY EMILY HELQUIST FROM UTAH**
Dying for
Meth
Dying for Meth is a methamphetamine prevention DVD that runs
just over 40 minutes. This DVD was directed by award winning
documentary and movie director Matt Farnsworth and has been
recognized for its entertainment value as well as its anti-meth
message. The DVD was produced by Mr. Farnsworth and movie producer
Diane Foster for the purpose of delivering an entertaining,
informative message to groups.
School Curriculum and Assemblies - The information in this
DVD is imperative for students to understand BEFORE they are
presented with the opportunity to use meth under peer pressure;
Government Agencies - For training of government officials,
particularly those whose jobs require knowledge of meth and its
related problems;
Law Enforcement Agencies - Ideal for training of officers who
may be facing meth users and abusers;
Community at Large - Any community organization who wishes to
help their members understand the dangers methamphetamine present to
the community.
**NEVER
RETURNED BY EMILY HELQUIST FROM UTAH**
The Meth Epidemic
Produced by PBS Frontline film, "The Meth Epidemic," examines the spread
of methamphetamine across the U.S. and its devastating consequences.
Statistics link meth use to a variety of crimes and exposes the inherent
conflict between the illegal drug trade and legitimate cold remedy
businesses dependent on ephedrine pseudoephedrine.
Teacher's Guide and transcript are available for download at http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/meth/
Approx. 60 minutes; ©2006.
**DAMAGED**
 Crystal Misery
Produced by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office to educate and equip
young people to resist the lure of methamphetamine. The DVD shares
real-life stories of people in Washington County who were impacted by
meth—by becoming victims of those caught up in it, or through the tragic
consequences of their own addiction. Additional information can be found
at: http://www.co.washington.or.us/sheriff/investig/crystal2/misery.htm
Approx. 22 minutes; ©2005.
Methamphetamine: A Prevention
Trilogy
 Produced by the California Department of Justice. This DVD contains the
Crime and Violence Prevention Center's three award-winning videos about
methamphetamine. "Meth...The Great Deceiver" provides
insight for teens on how meth can damage young lives, featuring
first-hand accounts from young people themselves (approx. 17 minutes). "Where Meth Goes, Violence and Destruction Follow" examines the
havoc caused when meth use and clandestine meth labs gain a foothold in
our communities (approx. 18 minutes). "Hidden Dangers: Meth Labs" offers tips on recognizing potential meth labs and what to do when a
meth lab is present (approx. 18 minutes).
Approx. 53 minutes total;
©2005.
 Meth: A County in Crisis
Produced by A&E Television Networks. This documentary looks at a small
town in Missouri that has been ravaged by meth. The DVD looks at the
entire community: from the addicts and their families, to the dealers,
law enforcement officials, hospitals and pharmacies.
Approx. 50 minutes; ©2005.
Faces of Meth
 Produced by the Multnomah County
Sheriff's Office, The Faces of Meth™ CD is a collection of 59 before and
after images of inmates who have a history of Methamphetamine use. In
addition, a PowerPoint presentation depicting inmates over time is
included for use in an educational forum. NOTE: This is a CD and not available
in DVD format.
Approx. 15 minutes; ©2005.
Meth Destroys
Produced by the District Attorney's office of Tennessee. This is a 20
minute DVD which explores the meth problem in Tennessee with
compelling stories of four former meth addicts. Additional materials
including posters, teachers guide, and brochures are available.
Approx. 20 minutes; ©2005.
THIS SITE DOES NOT PROVIDE
MEDICAL ADVICE. The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not a
substitute for professional medical advice.
Always seek the advice of your health care professional if you have a specific
health concern.
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