UNITING FOR CHANGE
Uniting the community to protect the youth of Tipton County through prevention efforts to ensure their wellbeing
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Our Vision: An empowered community where all live a life of health, hope, and opportunity
Tipton Prevents is all about prevention. Our goal is to lower substance misuse rates in Tipton County by stopping the problem before it starts. We identify community gaps and collaborate with community members to create solutions. We are proud to say that we have brought in over $3 million in funding, but more importantly, we celebrate the fact that we have seen a drop in substance misuse rates in our youth since Tipton Prevents’ establishment.
Tipton Prevents is a non-profit coalition of individuals, government bodies, and organizations uniting to reduce underage drinking, tobacco use, marijuana use, and prescription drug misuse in Tipton County. We recognize that effective substance misuse prevention requires the participation of all key sector stakeholders in a community working together and utilizing environmental strategies to achieve successful population-level change.
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We would love to have you join us for our monthly coalition meetings. Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 9:00 a.m. We meet at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton in the community conference room (1st floor).
1995 U.S. 51 South, Covington, TN 38019
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Marijuana can affect your brain, lungs, and other aspects of your health. Protect yourself by knowing the facts. Source: https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/pep19-05.pdf
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If you need help with substance misuse, call or text 1-800-889-9789. The TNREDLINE is the 24/7/365 resource for substance misuse treatment referrals. All calls and texts are completely confidential.
Feb 10
Sitting down for the "big talk" about alcohol can be intimidating for both you and your child. Try using everyday opportunities to talk— in the car, during dinner, or while you and your child are watching TV. Having lots of little talks takes the pressure off trying to get all of the information out in one lengthy discussion, and your child will be less likely to tune you out.
For more talking tips, check out https://www.samhsa.gov/.../parent.../small-conversations.
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If you need help with substance misuse, call or text 1-800-889-9789. The TNREDLINE is the 24/7/365 resource for substance misuse treatment referrals. All calls and texts are completely confidential.
Feb 7
A big thank you to Cardinals for Christ at Brighton High School for hosting “Communities for Christ” on Tuesday night! It was wonderful seeing everyone while hearing inspiring speakers and messages. Special thanks to coalition member Chief Max for helping with this event. #UnitingForChange
Feb 6
We would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to our county local businesses that achieved a 100% pass rate in our most recent alcohol compliance checks. Alcohol compliance checks are conducted to ensure that retailers are properly checking IDs and doing their part to keep our youth safe from the dangers of underage drinking. We greatly appreciate these businesses for their commitment to keeping Tipton County safe. We also want to recognize and thank the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office for their dedicated efforts!
Please join us in congratulating these stores on a job well done!
1. Dollar General – 7031 Hwy 14
2. Fastimes – 6971 Hwy 14
3. M&E Express – 3474 Wilkinsville Rd
4. U.S. Food Mart #1 – 3795 Drummonds Rd
5. Dollar General – 5729 Richardson Landing Rd
6. D&V Community Grocery – 2980 Randolph Rd
7. Turnage Grocery – 14302 Hwy 59 W
8. Dollar General – 5306 Munford Giltedge Rd
9. Dollar General – 5769 Hwy 59 W
10. Fastimes – 5711 Hwy 59 W
11. 59 Express – 7140 Hwy 59 W
12. Giltedge Express – 10816 Holly Grove Rd
13. Midway 1 Fuel Stop - 6213 Hwy 59
14. US Food Mart #2 – 4624 Drummonds Rd
“I am grateful to the businesses that actively check the identifications of their patrons and refuse to sell alcohol to individuals under the age of 21. This certainly creates a safer community for everyone in Tipton County”, said Sheriff Shannon Beasley. “Ultimately, I want the number of violations during these operations to be zero and to stay at zero, regardless of the time of year.” Robin Racine of Tipton Prevents said, “Ongoing alcohol sales compliance checks are an effective tool to protect our youth from alcohol use and future addiction. There is a decrease in the likelihood of establishments selling alcohol to youth after they have been checked by law enforcement. Tipton Prevents would like to thank the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office for their role in protecting our youth. We are also proud of the stores that passed their compliance checks.”
Feb 5
Yesterday’s youth council meeting was full of ideas and creativity! These awesome members planned fun projects focused on promoting positive mental health and preventing substance misuse to lead in their schools. We can’t wait to see their ideas come to life very soon - stay tuned! 👀 #UnitingForChange
Jan 30
Don`t miss Operation Parent`s next webinar tomorrow at noon!
"Students juggling activities, leadership roles, and athletics face unique pressures that can impact their well-being. Our first webinar of the year on January 28th is with Tina George from Caron Treatment Centers. She will dive into how stress and anxiety affect students physically and mentally, the risks of substances like caffeine, workout supplements, and opioids, and practical tips to help students manage stress, stay balanced, and thrive substance-free. Register now at https://loom.ly/56ILLsM
✨We’re also thrilled to share that this session will be on our new platform with live captions, making it even easier to connect and learn together."
Jan 27
In 2023, Tennessee`s opioid dispensing rate was 58.6 prescriptions per 100 people. Across the U.S., nearly 8.6 million people ages 12 and older reported misusing prescription opioids last year.
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, help is available 24/7. Reach out to the TN Redline (1-800-889-9789) for substance misuse treatment referrals. Call or text—conversations are always confidential.
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/overdose-prevention/data-research/facts-stats/opioid-dispensing-rate-maps.html
Jan 24
Knowledge is power! 💡 Know the facts. Check out more at https://med.stanford.edu/halpern-felsher-reach-lab/resources.html#cannabis
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The TN REDLINE is the 24/7/365 resource for substance misuse treatment referrals. Call or text 1-800-889-9789 for help. All calls and texts are completely confidential.
Jan 23
Of the Tipton County youth that have tried alcohol, the initial use age is very young. The conversations we have with youth about alcohol and other drugs are important. Early, open discussions can help prevent risky behaviors and guide your child toward safer, healthier choices.
*Data from TN Together Student Survey
Jan 21
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Interested in donating to Tipton Prevents? We accept cash or check donations during coalition work hours. If you would like to mail donations, please use the address: 7785 US-51 South, Brighton, TN 38019. If you need any assistance, please email [email protected]. We thank you for your support!