Community Wellness Alliance

12/24/2025

The holidays can bring tough triggers for alcohol or other substance use—but you don’t have to face them alone. Help is available if you would like support with your recovery: samhsa.gov/find-help

12/22/2025

Alcohol can mess with more than just your night—it can affect your brain, your choices, and your future. Waiting to drink isn’t about rules or punishment; it’s about protecting yourself and staying in control.

✨ Your goals matter
🧠 Your brain is still growing
💪 Saying “no” is strength, not weakness

You don’t need alcohol to fit in or have fun. Be you. Make smart choices. Look out for your friends—and let them look out for you.

12/22/2025

The Thrive Youth Coalition Snow Ball was an incredible night! ❄️ We loved seeing so many students come out to enjoy food, music, and fun while also learning firsthand through the impairment goggles activity about making safe, responsible choices. Thank you to all the volunteers that helped make it happen!

12/20/2025

Is it just the 'winter blues' or seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? Learn the signs and symptoms of SAD, a type of depression, and how to get help: samhsa.gov/mental-health/seasonal-affective-disorder

12/19/2025

The fresh snow is falling for tonight’s Snow Ball at the Rose Building! 5-8pm. Come be with us!

12/18/2025

Alcohol may seem harmless to some, but for teens, it can seriously impact brain development, decision-making, and overall health. Preventing underage drinking starts with education, communication, and community support.

💬 Talk openly with your kids
👀 Be aware of peer pressure
🤝 Set clear expectations and boundaries
❤️ Lead by example

When adults stay involved and informed, young people are safer and more empowered to make healthy choices. Let’s work together to protect our youth and build a stronger, healthier future.

12/18/2025

💊 Got unused or expired medications at home?
Keep your home—and our community—safe by disposing of them the right way!

📍 Visit our Medication Drop Box located in Gordonsville
It’s quick, easy, and completely anonymous. Simply drop your unwanted medications in the secure box and go—no questions asked.

12/17/2025

🎄 What a great time at the Community Wellness Alliance, Thrive Youth Coalition Christmas Party!

Our Youth Prevention Coordinators shared an important training on drinking and driving and alcohol awareness during the holiday season because prevention matters, even while we celebrate.

We’re excited to keep the momentum going at the Snow Ball: Freeze Out Bad Decisions ❄️
📍 Rose Building
🕔 This Friday at 5PM

Join us for fun, learning, and making smart choices together!

12/17/2025

This might not be the most wonderful time of the year for all. Many may experience loneliness around this time. Let your loved ones and other people in your community know they’re not alone this season, and that if they’re struggling, help is available. samhsa.gov/coping-bereavement-grief

12/12/2025

12/11/2025

Our Community Wellness Alliance team enjoyed visiting the Smith County Sheriff’s Department, local police departments, and Gordonsville High School today to share some Christmas cheer. 🎄

We’re truly thankful for the partnerships that help us support and uplift our community.

12/11/2025

🔒💊 Lock It Up to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe! 💊🔒
Did you know that one of the easiest ways to prevent medication misuse is simply locking up your medications?

A lockbox helps:
✔️ Keep curious kids safe
✔️ Prevent accidental overdoses
✔️ Reduce the risk of theft or misuse
✔️ Protect powerful prescriptions that could harm someone if taken incorrectly

It only takes a small step to make a big difference.
Store your medications in a secure lockbox and keep your home safer for everyone. 💙