The Army National Guard Health Promotion Program (NGR 600-63, Chapter 2)

6. Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program (ADAPCP)

ADAPCP includes all activities to eliminate substance abuse (alcohol and other drugs), including prevention, indentification, education and rehabilitation services. It includes residential and nonresidential treatment for Active Guard (AGR) soldiers. Traditional (M-day) soldiers are required to pay their own referral and rehabilitation costs using certified drug and alcohol counselors of their choice or their health plan's choice. The State Alcohol and Drug Control Officer will assist traditional soldiers in finding low cost providers for these services.

a. Substance abuse is incompatible with military service. ARNG soldiers who are identified as drug abusers and/or alcohol abusers will be referred for evaluation and processed for discharge. Those who are retained will be required to enroll in and complete a state certified rehabilitation program at his/her own cost. Consideration and processing for separation of soldiers identified as substance abusers will be in accordance with AR 600-85 and applicable administrative regulations.

b. If substance abuse is suspected, all levels of the chain of command must take prompt action, regardless of the abusing soldier's rank or grade.

c. Implementation of an ADAPCP capability is required for ARNG activities in accordance with AR 600-85.

d. Unit commanders will ensure that an active and aggressive drug testing program is maintained.

e. Substance abuse policy will be given adequate publicity to ensure thta ARNG civilians and family members are aware of:
(1) Command support.
(2) Available information.
(3) Referral procedures.
(4) Rehabilititation services of ADAPCP.

f. Commanders, supervisors, ADAPCP personnel and health care providers will provide education for all members of the total ARNG family on the detrimental effects of substance abuse on combat readiness and a healthy lifestyle. All education on substance abuse will conform to the guidelines of AR 600-85.

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