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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Taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body! Whether it`s getting outside, practicing mindfulness, or connecting with others, small steps can make a big difference.
Let’s prioritize mental health together—because a healthy mind leads to a healthy life. #MentalHealthMatters
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Help is available 24/7 with the Crisis & Suicide Lifeline. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.
Mar 17
Opioid overdoses can happen in an instant, but Narcan gives us a chance to act and save a life!
Narcan (Naloxone) is a nasal spray that can reverse an opioid overdose and prevent overdose death. Tipton Prevents 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
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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.
Mar 14
Some of our awesome Youth Advisory Council members from Covington High spent their day spreading positivity and uplifting their peers with suckers and encouraging notes. Great job to these ladies for sharing hope and happiness with others!
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Help is available 24/7 with the Crisis & Suicide Lifeline. Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. ♥️
Mar 12
Today marks Tennessee`s annual Day of Hope!
“Whether it’s the hope of reconnecting with family, living a life of mental wellness, finding a way to overcome addiction, or simply holding on for one more day, hope is such a powerful force for positive change in our lives. Hope is one of those concepts that is so universal and so foundational to our lives. I think that’s why this day really resonates with people and has been so impactful across our state.” - TDMHSAS Commissioner Marie Williams, LCSW.
There is always hope!
TN REDLINE: 1-800-889-9789
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
Mar 10
Repost from the TN Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services:
Your voice. Your story.
Tennessee`s Opioid Abatement Council is opening a new opportunity for those affected by the opioid crisis to make their voices heard. The Community Advocacy Panel will be comprised of Tennesseans who want to inform the OAC about the personal and community impacts of opioid use disorder (OUD).
Applications are open now through April 4. Hit the link to learn more: https://www.tn.gov/oac/community-advocacy-panel.html
Mar 3
Thank you to Austin Peay Elementary for inviting us to their Black History Month Celebration last night! We shared resources with families while enjoying a night filled with amazing talent, including singers, speakers, steppers, dancers, and even a living museum! Great job to all of the students, faculty, and staff at Austin Peay!
Feb 28
A huge thank you to these local businesses in Brighton who successfully passed the tobacco compliance check earlier this month! Your commitment to properly checking IDs and refusing to sell to minors plays a vital role in keeping our youth safe and our community strong. 💪
Thank you to the Brighton Police Department for this important effort! We truly appreciate your dedication to protecting our future.
Please join us in congratulating these businesses on a job well done!
1. Beth’s- 34 W Kenwood Ave
2. Fastimes #3- 1020 Old Hwy 51 S
3. Dollar General- 1754 Old Hwy 51 S
Feb 27
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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!