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.
Let ‘s Meet
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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The holidays are right around the corner. “Blackout Wednesday” (or “Drinksgiving”) is the name given to the night before Thanksgiving when many young people gather to binge drink and party with their friends. It’s also the night when the number of impaired-driving-related crashes skyrocket. Be mindful and safe this holiday season!
Nov 27
"Quitting doesn’t have to be a solo journey. With This is Quitting — the first-ever text-to-quit vaping service — the help and support you need is just a text away. All you have to do to get started is text DITCHVAPE to 88709 or enter your phone number in the form up there.
It’s super easy, completely free, and available 24-7 to help with cravings, stresses, and slips. But listen, we’re not here to spam you or tell you what to do. This is *your* journey, and we’re just along for the ride — at the ready with motivational messages and inspirational stories from people who’ve been where you are to keep you going.
We`ve helped over 500,000 young people, just like you, begin and maintain their quitting journey.
And if you’re not feeling 100% ready, no worries. You can text DITCHVAPE to 88709 anytime. We’ll always be here to help."
Learn more at https://www.thetruth.com/.../collaboration/this-is-quitting .
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You can also call the Quitline for support at 1-800-QUIT-NOW.
Nov 22
🚨 FREE webinar today at noon! If you can’t watch it live, you can get a recording sent to your email if you register.
“Tess Rowland’s life changed forever after a traffic accident—and now she’s using her experience to protect young lives. As a former MADD President and traffic safety advocate, Tess will join us on November 12th to share expert insights on discussing the dangers of impaired driving, substance use, and road safety with kids of all ages. Register to join us live or catch the recording for essential resources and advice: https://loom.ly/dsE342A”
Nov 12
Narcan (Naloxone) is a nasal spray that can reverse an opioid overdose and prevent overdose death. Drug Free Tipton is fortunate to be part of the TN Save A Life initiative which allows us to connect individuals and organizations with this life saving drug- free of cost. Not only are our police officers and first responders able to be equipped with Narcan, but it is also available to individuals and family members by request.
You can contact Madelynn Ross, our Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist, for more info, training opportunities, and how to get a free overdose prevention kit.
[email protected] - 731-819-6572 - #EndOverdose
Nov 8
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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!