Metro Drug Coalition

Do you know someone doing phenomenal work in the fields of prevention and/or recovery? Make sure their work gets the recognition it deserves by nominating them for a Community Champion Award! There are just over two weeks left to nominate your champion at https://lnkd.in/euSkJV-k.

Join us next Tuesday at our Community Coalition meeting to hear Bethany Lemons discuss protective factors that can reduce the likelihood of youth substance misuse. Bethany gave this engaging presentation at a statewide conference, and she is excited to share this important information with her community! Lunch will be provided, so please RSVP at https://lnkd.in/efi9mKS5. https://lnkd.in/e4aGusFP

The Gateway’s patio is more than just a beautiful space—it’s a place where life-changing conversations happen. Here, our Executive Director, Webster Bailey, talks with someone about to take the next step in their recovery journey. By purchasing a commemorative brick, you can help create this pathway to recovery, making moments like this possible for so many others. Let’s work together to place 100 bricks in 100 days and build a pathway to hope and healing. https://lnkd.in/eT3duUDA

Check out what we've been getting into this week: ???? Trained UT Public Health students in overdose prevention ?? Tabled at the KCDC Aging Adult Block Party and at the UTK student union ?? Presented on Compassion Fatigue and Burnout at the Tennessee Department of Correction Day Reporting Center ?? Trained the Tennessee Valley Human Resource Association in QPR ?? Attended the Mobilize Recovery event

Do you know someone who is doing important work in the fields of substance misuse prevention and recovery? Recognize them as the Community Champion they are by nominating them to be a 2024 award recipient. Nominations close November 1st. Nominate your Community Champion at https://lnkd.in/euSkJV-k.

?? We have a winner! ?? Congratulations to Kristen Robinson for winning our contest by naming our new spooky special the Dracu-Latte! Feeling like you could use a scary good spooky season treat? The Dracu-Latte is s'mores flavored and is only here for a limited time!

Today is World Mental Health Day, so we are sitting down with Mental Health First Aid instructor Jill Silvey to discuss stigma and why discussing mental health can be so challenging. Interested in starting a conversation and being a part of the change? Our free Mental Health First Aid classes teach participants how to identify, understand, and respond to mental health challenges. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eYx92sH7.

There are countless great reasons to join MDC and Knoxville Police Department on Saturday, October 26th for the DEA National Take Back. What's yours? Bring your unwanted, unused, and expired medications (including syringes and sharps) to the Food City at 7608 Mountain Grove Dr. between 10 am - 2 pm, and we will safely dispose of them--no questions asked! ?? More information is at https://lnkd.in/e5_3PU_K ??

We love seeing people walk the patio's path in front of The Gateway, reading the names on the bricks and sharing stories of loved ones they have honored. If you have bought an engraved brick for our walkway, we'd love to hear from you and give you a chance to share your loved one's story! Reach out to Courtney Fuson at [email protected]. If you'd like to add a name to our patio, visit https://lnkd.in/eT3duUDA.

?? Calling All Women in Our Community! ?? Join us for an inspiring afternoon of music at The Gateway on October 23rd at 12 PM as we welcome the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra's Music & Wellness Quartet for a special free women's concert! ??? This is your chance to unwind, connect, and enjoy the healing power of music in a supportive and uplifting environment. Mark your calendars and invite your friends—let’s come together for an unforgettable musical experience! ?? Where: The Gateway ??? When: October 23rd, 12 PM ?? Cost: Free! Can't wait to see you there!