FAST promotes prevention by providing; healthy family activities without the use of substances, an Alcohol and other Drugs prevention night (AOD), TARWARS 5th grade presentations, and prevention counseling.

On the 5th or 6th night of the FAST program an 1-1/2 hour presentation is conducted by a licensed substance abuse counselor. The substance abuse counselor discusses drug prevention and how the parents can get help for their families. A video is presented to the families to open discussions initially for the families and then to the entire group. Families are encouraged to answer questions and learn from one another on the importance of drug and alcohol prevention.

Research suggest, that family activities that don't involve substance use strengthen the likelihood of children not becoming substance users or abusers. 

Research further suggest, that shared family activities that don't involve substance use, builds family resistance to alcohol or other drug abuse.

TARWARS is a presentation conducted by trained FAST staff members, which focuses on 5th grade students, engaging them in discussion and education regarding the use of tobacco products. Research suggests, that 5th grade students are the most likely to be drawn to use of tobacco products.

A service provided to program participants, which focuses on helping them help themselves by providing guidance and referral service. Participants can receive individual and family intervention counseling for marital situations, behavioral problems, school issues, and other school related problems. The counseling services are at no cost to the program participants.