The Historic Triangle Drug Prevention Coalition's (HTDPC) mission is to have a coordinated and collaborative approach to prevention, education and advocacy to decrease the negative impacts of substance use in the counties of James City and York and cities of Poquoson and Williamsburg.
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To learn more about the HTDPC and its efforts, visit the HTDPC Facebook Page.
Leadership (2023-2026)
Denise Hall, Chair
Kimberly Dellinger, Vice-Chair
Michelle Justiniano, Secretary
Join our Member Agencies to Help Make a Difference in Our Community!
HTDPC is looking for YOUTH interested in making a difference in our community!
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Date: Fourth Monday at 9 a.m. of odd months (Jan., March, May, July, Sept. Nov.)
SUB-COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Prevention & Outreach Committee:
(Developing a comprehensive social marketing campaign to carry out prevention and outreach activities)
For more information contact: Sheri Newcomb, sheri.newcomb@yorkcounty.gov
Youth Committee:
(Engaging youth to be a part of the solution - collaboration with community leaders, creating education/outreach materials for their peers, participating in community events)
For more information contact: Robert Hammack, prevention@colonialbh.org
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The HTDPC is seeking to expand our membership to include more youth, family members and the business community so our membership better reflects the communities we service. If you become a member, you can help by raising awareness, sharing information with your contacts, and providing input into messages, activities and events sponsored by the Coalition.
For more information contact Marsha Obremski,
Chair - Membership Recruitment Committee.
MObremski@colonialbh.org
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BECOME INFORMED
Visit the new Opioid Video Library on WmbgCares.org and learn about the dangers of prescription opioids, harm reduction and how to combat the opioid crisis.
To learn about the negative impacts of substance use in our community and year-round safe medication disposal sites, click on the following:
On Oct.16, SpiritWorks and CMC: Foundation for Change launched a new podcast series, Rethinking Rock Bottom: How Science and Kindness Help People Change!
Dr. Carrie Wilkens and the Rev. Jan M Brown host this six-part series on helping families affected by addiction. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Language Matters Presentation by Jan Brown on 5/20/24
Tianeptine Presentation 3-25-24 from the Office of the Attorney General
Tianeptine Slides 3-25-24 from the Virginia Poison Control Center
Youth Subcommittee Presentation (1-22-24)
Poquoson PD: Vaping Presentation, by Officer Biggs
Williamsburg PD: Middle School Trends, Vaping Among Middle School Students, by SRO C.L. Tuttle
Williamsburg Drug Trends, Criminal Investigations Bureau, by Investigator Corbin Brown and Investigator Jon Gonce
Spring Town Hall PPT: "Cannabis Takes Page from Tobacco Playbook"
The Opposite of Addiction Isn't Sobriety - Keith Cartwright, Adverse Childhood Experiences Coordinator - Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS).
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
Lock and Talk Virginia is a suicide prevention initiative promoting safe and responsible care of lethal means (firearm safety, safe medication storage), while encouraging community conversations around mental wellness.
Underage Marijuana Use
Talk to your kids about the dangers of underage marijuana use. Legalization does not mean it's safe. Marijuana affects the brain, emotions, memory and impairs driving.
Problem Gambling
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call Virginia's Problem Gambling confidential and toll-free helpline at (888) 532-3500.
Start the Conversation - Playlist
Where to begin in connecting with others when you have concerns.
Start the Conversation - Intro
Together we're working to break the intergenerational cycle of addiction in families by educating, equipping, empowering, and celebrating individuals, families, faith leaders, and communities on the journey from addiction to recovery.
Hidden in Plain Sight (HIPS)
is an interactive drug prevention and education program for parents of tweens and teens about risky behavior associated with drug and alcohol use and misuse.
Historic Triangle Drug Prevention Coalition's (HTDPC) mission is to have a coordinated and collaborative approach to prevention, education and advocacy to decrease the negative impacts of substance use in the counties of James City and York and the Cities of Poquoson and Williamsburg.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public health and safety issue by providing safe and convenient means of disposing of unused, unwanted, and expired prescription drugs. This is a FREE service to the community. This program is anonymous, and no questions will be asked.
Lock and Talk Virginia is a suicide prevention initiative promoting safe and responsible care of lethal means (firearm safety, safe medication storage), while encouraging community conversations around mental wellness.
Greater Williamsburg Trauma-Informed Community Network's (GW-TICN) mission is supporting a trauma-aware, resilient and compassionate community
Start the Conversation - Closing
Start the Conversation is part of being able to help family members and others with what to do when you notice something.
Lauren's Story
Debbie Sausville of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) tells the story of Lauren, a life that was cut too short from the dangers of driving under the influence.
| The National Runaway Safeline 2022 Crisis Services and Prevention Report |
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Locality Data on Emergency Department Visits for all Drugs, Opioids, and Heroin |
| DataTools: Data Analysis System Website by SAMHSA to access and analyze substance use and mental health data |
| Campus Drug Prevention - Resources for College/University Educators |
| Get Smart About Drugs - Resources for Parents, Educators, and Caregivers |
| Just Think Twice - Teachers Guide for High School Students |
| Operation Prevention - Teachers Guide for Elementary/Middle School Students |
| VCU - Rise Above |