Pubdate: Sun, 8 Sep 2002 Source: West Hawaii Today (HI) Contact: 2002 West Hawaii Today Website: http://westhawaiitoday.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/644 Author: Don Bebee Note: Mahalo means "Thanks." For more on ice eradication in Hawaii go to http://www.mapinc.org/areas/Hawaii 'ICE' CONFERENCE COMMUNITY MAHALO Editor: The hideous affect of crystal methamphetamine, or "ice," on communities and families throughout Hawaii was exemplified by the overwhelming attendance of over 300 social services providers, law enforcement and interested community members at the recent two-day conference on "ice" held in Waikoloa. Social servants from Oahu, Maui and Molokai joined the Big Island conference in an effort to understand the consequences of "ice" use on the addict, their families, and the community. With Child Protective Services in Hawaii reporting that 85-95 percent of their caseload is "ice," or drug-related, it was apparent that social workers were eager to learn how to deal with "ice" addicts and their family members. Family Support Services of West Hawaii is appreciative of the donations and efforts of the organizations that helped make the conference and its expansion possible. Don Bebee, Executive Director Family Support Services of Hawaii Kailua-Kona