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House of Hope - Illinois makes a difference in teen's lives.

WAYS TO HELP

• Become a Prayer Partner: >> more info

• Become a HOPE Volunteer: Make a difference ... volunteer your time and talents >> more info

• Tell someone about the House of Hope - Illinois

• Shop online to benefit House of Hope - Illinois with I-Give, GoodShop

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• Become a Partner of HOPE by making a monthly financial gift to the ministry.

• Make an in-kind donation of gift cards (Target, Wal-Mart, Office Max, Office Depot, Staples), gas cards, general office supplies, postage stamps, etc.
  

At what age do our youth engage in risky behaviors?

According to the Centers for Disease Control, Department of Health and Human Services, nationwide statistics for 2003 include:

• 18% of youth under age 13 tried smoking
• 27% of youth under age 13 tried alcohol
• 10% of youth under age 13 tried marijuana
• 7% of youth under age 13 had sexual intercourse
• 28% of students grades 9-12 had been offered, sold, or given an illegal drug on school property
• 16% of students grade 9-12 made a plan to attempt suicide
• 75% of students grades 9-12 have used alcohol at some time
• 27% of students grades 9-12 use tobacco products