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It’s Not “Just Marijuana”

Posted on July 7, 2023 in Awareness, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Prevention

Many people don’t consider marijuana a drug; however, especially with today’s strains and extremely high levels of THC (i.e., 3.4% THC in the 1990’s compared to today’s 27%!), use and abuse of this substance will result in addiction with physical

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Community SPOTLIGHT: Juneteenth Unity Event Recap

Posted on June 23, 2023 in Awareness, News/Events, Substance Abuse Prevention

Last weekend, in celebration of Juneteenth, we attended the Juneteenth Unity Event! We were able to education attendees about the prevention work we do as a coalition in addition to the harms and effects of underagre drinking, prescription drug misuse, …

Parents… Stay Informed: “Substance Use Trends” to be Aware Of

Posted on June 16, 2023 in Awareness, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Prevention

A part of our prevention work is awareness–we want to keep our parents/guardians, teachers, adults, etc. aware about any new substances or “misuse trends” that our youth may be exposed to, so that we can come together, as a community, …

“FUTURE ME” SUMMIT TAC TEAM CAMP

Posted on June 9, 2023 in Awareness, News/Events, Substance Abuse Prevention

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

🗣 CALLING ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS!

JULY 12TH from 9AM to 3PM all registered students are welcomed to a day full of learning and fun as we empower …

Vaping is Not the ONLY Problem!

Posted on June 2, 2023 in Awareness, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Prevention

Big Tobacco is getting creative in its appeal to the youth market. With the increased distaste for vaping and e-cigarettes among youth as a result of them remaining a public health concern, a different type of flavored nicotine product is …

Community SPOTLIGHT: Our Chattooga County Students

Posted on May 26, 2023 in Awareness, News/Events, Substance Abuse Prevention

This past month, our students within the Chattooga County School district have been working overtime to educate and empower their peers regarding the tenets of Sources of Strength, and we couldn’t be more proud! Our students at Trion Middle School …

Town Hall Meeting: Nicotine, Vaping, & Marijuana

Posted on May 19, 2023 in Awareness, News/Events, Substance Abuse Prevention

Next month, our partners at Drug-Free Lumpkin 365 will be hosting a town hall meeting open to all parents, guardians, and adults! The purpose of the town hall meeting is to have an in-depth discussion about the current trends, incidences, …

Community SPOTLIGHT: Rx Take Back Day RECAP!

Posted on May 12, 2023 in Awareness, News/Events, Substance Abuse Prevention

Thanks to our very own Becky Cross and the Dennis-Kemp YMCA for another great Rx Take Back Day that happend at the end of last month! The final numbers were 57.6 lbs from the Dennis-Kemp YMCA location and 1,187 lbs

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“MAY” We Discuss Mental Health? 🧠💚

Posted on May 5, 2023 in Awareness, News/Events, Substance Abuse Prevention

The month of May is widely know to be Mental Health/Mental Health Awareness Month… and rightfully so! During May, school is wrapping up to shut down for the summer, which means classes are ending and exams are beginning! Cramming in …

Community SPOTLIGHT: Our Lumpkin County High School Seniors

Posted on April 28, 2023 in Awareness, News/Events, Substance Abuse Prevention

The CCAPSA, Inc. family would like to take this moment to highlight the accomplishment of our seniors at Lumpkin County High School, and the work being done in Lumpkin County with Drug-Free Lumpkin 365! About 80% of the high school …