When it comes to opioid misuse, it can start with a “seemingly harmless” prescribed painkiller and end up in a fatal heroin overdose. Actually, according to truth® (backed by the Truth Initiative), “80% of heroin users started with …
In Lumpkin County… NOT to Vape Means Staying Safe
Here, at CCAPSA, Inc., within all of our Drug-Free Communities and Coalitions, we stress the importance of prevention when it comes to youth and substance abuse. We pride ourselves with working within our communities to develop and disperse messaging to …
Spring Is OUT and SUMMER IS IN!
Schools are officially out and the summer is here (from the perspectives of schedules, that is). It’s a time for m0re free time, fun in the sun, pool parties, and vacations! But… before your teen goes out with their friends …
We Want To Hear From YOU! 🫵
We do it every year, and it’s about that time again… we want to hear from YOU!
Here at CCAPSA, Inc. with our drug-free community coalition in Kennesaw, we work to decrease youth access to substances and reduce substance misuse …
MENTAL HEALTH Awareness Month
All May we are recognizing and celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month!
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In bringing awareness to mental health, we want to encourage all parents/guardians to check in with their kids on how they feel and how they cope with any …
🗣ATTENTION: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT! (Naloxone Training)
Just in case you missed it!
Drug-Free Kennesaw 365, once again, makes a cinematic debut on the big screen! 🎬📺
Check out our latest PSA regarding Naloxone/Narcan training in case of an overdose!
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Summer is nearing… schools are releasing students for the year. Some are walking away with diplomas, others with the peace of mind that they are able to advance to the next grade. However, with the summer months approaching and school …
Just Another Reminder: NATIONAL Rx TAKE BACK DAY
🗣TOMORROW, SATURDAY, APRIL 30TH 🗓
10AM 🕙 – 2PM 🕑
COME SEE US!
Help us to properly disposal of all unused and expired medications in your home by simply dropping them off to us! We will have multiple collection locations …
Time For A TAKEBACK
Every year, twice a year, the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) hosts and recognizes National Rx (Prescription Drug) Take Back Day! This biannual event is meant to encourage the public to remove unneeded or expired medications from their homes …
April is for ALCOHOL AWARENESS!
The month of April is nationally recognized as Alcohol Awareness Month! Additionally, April 7th is National Alcohol Screening Day which is a day dedicated to increasing public awareness that alcohol abuse and alcoholism, are recognized disorders which can…