What We Do

What Do We Do? 

Mission Statement
Our mission is to lead and facilitate data-driven, community based initiatives that empower Hazel Park youth and families to choose a chemical-free lifestyle, resulting in a reduction in substance use among youth.

Vision Statement
HPCC envisions a thriving community where youth are empowered to make healthy choices, families are supported, and substance misuse is significantly reduced.  Through collaboration, innovation, and relentless dedication, we aim to build a resilient Hazel Park so that youth are able to realize their full potential.

Core Values

• Collaboration: We believe that strong partnerships lead to sustainable change.

• Integrity: We are committed to ethical practices, transparency, and accountability in all our efforts.

• Empowerment: We foster leadership and self-efficacy among youth and community members.

• Equity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to ensuring every voice is heard and every community member feels valued.

HPCC provides evidence based prevention and recovery resources for community members of all ages.  We welcome community involvement, social advocacy collaboration and financial support partnerships that empower Hazel Park families to choose a drug-free lifestyle.

To impact change, we strive to implement the seven community change strategies listed below:

• Providing information

• Enhancing skills

• Providing support

• Enhancing access/ Reducing barriers

• Changing consequences

• Physical design

• Modifying/ changing policy