ICARE Union County

11/14/2025

🌟 Community Outreach Event 🌟
Join us as we come together to raise awareness, support one another, and strengthen our community. 💙
✨ Free Harm Reduction Services
✨ Connection to Treatment & Recovery Resources
✨ Community Support & Education
📍 Okie’s Pharmacy – Maynardville, TN
🗓️ Monday, November 24, 2025
⏰ 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Together, we can reduce harm, build hope, and create a healthier Union County. 💪
📩 For more information, contact: 865-705-3157 or programcoordinator@icareunioncounty.com

11/13/2025

💛 ICARE is proud to support the Fresh Wagon Food Drive! 💛
In honor of World Kindness Day, let’s spread compassion and care by helping Union County families have a warm, nourishing holiday meal this season. 🌽🥔🧡

We’re encouraging everyone to donate items like mac & cheese, stuffing mix, or instant potatoes between Nov. 1–14 at the drop-off locations listed below. Every item shared is an act of kindness that brightens someone’s holiday! ✨

Let’s show how powerful kindness and community can be. Together, we can make a difference! 💕

11/12/2025

11/11/2025

Thank you Veterans!

Today and every day, we honor those who served. TDMHSAS is proud to partner with the many veteran-serving agencies in our state, promote increased mental wellness and recovery pathways for our veterans, and honor the sacrifice and service of the men and women who have served and their families.

11/10/2025

If you’re trying to and quit smoking, know that we believe in you! Did you know e-cigs are not currently approved by the FDA as a quit smoking tool? Other options may be better for your needs, speak with a healthcare provider today.

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11/04/2025

As the holidays approach, don't forget to take care of yourself while you're taking care of your family and your To-Do list.
Below is some great advice on setting healthy boundaries from the Contact Care Line https://contactlistens.org/how-to-set-healthy-boundaries/

11/04/2025

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11/02/2025

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🌽🥔 Help Support the Fresh Wagon Food Drive! 🥫🧡
The Union County Fresh Wagon Food Drive is underway, and we need YOUR help to make sure every family in our community has a warm and nourishing holiday meal this season!
We’re collecting:
🧀 Boxes of macaroni and cheese
🥔 Packages of instant mashed potatoes
🍞 Boxes of stuffing mix
📅 Collection Dates: November 1–14
📍 Drop-off Locations:
-Union County Board of Education Building
-Union County Extension Office
-St. Teresa’s Catholic Church
Every donation helps fill a table and brighten someone’s holiday.
Is your church, school, or place of work interested in hosting a donation box? Please reach out to melissa.logan@tn.gov or athom237@utk.edu to get involved!
Together, we can make this holiday season a little brighter for our neighbors in Union County. 🌟

11/01/2025

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10/31/2025

🎃 Have a Fun & Safe Halloween! 👻

Halloween is a time for costumes, candy, and community fun — let’s also make it a time for smart choices and substance-free celebrations! 🧡

👻 Tips for a Safe & Substance-Free Halloween:
✅ Talk with kids and teens about making healthy choices.
✅ Keep an eye on candy and remind youth to only accept sealed treats.
✅ Be a positive role model — show that fun doesn’t need substances!
✅ If you’re hosting or attending events, plan for a safe, sober ride home.

Let’s work together to keep our community safe, healthy, and drug-free this Halloween. 🍬✨