Carter County Drug Prevention Coalition

02/01/2026

CCDP offices will be closed on Monday, Feb 2nd due to inclement weather. Stay safe and warm, friends.

02/01/2026

Join us at CCDPC Youth Coalition! We have snacks!

01/30/2026

Vapes are not a safe alternative to smoking ci******es. Our youth is under steady pressure to cave and experiment with vapes and other substances that are harmful to their health. Prevention Alliance of Tennessee and your very own Carter County Drug Prevention Coalition want you to know the facts!

01/30/2026

It’s shocking, but most serious drunk driving crashes involve people between 21 and 34. If this is your age group, let’s look out for each other and make smart choices.

Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/drunk-driving

01/30/2026

It only takes one decision to change a life.

The RX Awareness Campaign highlights the real dangers of prescription drug misuse and why prevention starts with education and conversation.

👇🏻Watch the video below and help us spread awareness that can save lives.

Preview of CDC’s Rx Awareness campaign featuring powerful, real-life accounts of people recovering from opioid use disorder, highlighting that while prescrip...

01/29/2026

Come join us tonight for our dad group Elizabethton/Carter County Public Library. This will be an awesome group led be the Children's Advocacy Center of the 1st Judicial District..

01/29/2026

❣️ Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month❣️
Do you think someone in your life is struggling with substance use disorder? Are you looking for ways to help and support them but are not sure how or where to begin? Learn how to start the conversation with your loved ones, and find resources to help: samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/starting-the-conversation-guide.pdf

01/28/2026

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Monthly Parenting Class Available!

✔️ Register online
✔️ Complete the class in person
✔️ Receive a certificate of completion

February 11th Registration is now open!
👉 Sign up here: https://cartercountydrugprevention.org/events/

01/27/2026

Over the counter medicines can be extremely harmful when taken irresponsibly..

01/26/2026

Snow days mean more time at home—and that can be a great opportunity to check in with ourselves and our families. ❄️
Boredom, stress, and isolation can sometimes increase the risk of unhealthy coping. Let’s use this time to model positive choices, start conversations, and support one another.
💬 Talk openly
🎲 Find healthy ways to pass the time
🤍 Check in on friends and loved ones
Prevention starts at home—especially on days like this.

Check out the link below for family resources on substance abuse prevention.
https://www.dea.gov/togetherforfamilies/resources-families