STOP ACT Project

04/21/2024

We are excited to present to you the 1st Annual C.A.R.E. Coalition Health and Wellness Summit. In an effort to combat pressing issues concerning youth and adult mental health and substance misuse, the Community Alliance of Resources for Everyone (C.A.R.E.) Coalition is set to host its first Health and Wellness Summit on Friday, April 26th. The event will take place at the McClain County Farm & Home Building, located at 1721 Hardcastle Blvd., Purcell, OK, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm. This groundbreaking summit aims to provide education, resources, and support to address the critical challenges faced by young individuals in McClain County and surrounding communities. The summit is open to the public at no cost and offers the opportunity to earn free Continuing Education Units (CEU) and Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) credits, making it a must-attend event for professionals and community members alike. For those eager to join in person, seating is limited to 60 individuals. However, the summit will also be accessible virtually, ensuring that no one misses out on the wealth of information and support being offered. In- person attendees will receive a complimentary light breakfast and lunch. For more information and to register for the event, follow this link https://ousurvey.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2nlppXGz62jzd1c For more questions about the C.A.R.E. Coalition Health and Wellness Summit contact Kelsey Harlan at [email protected].

04/21/2024

The Cleveland County Health Improvement Plan Substance Abuse Coalition (CCHIP) is hosting a DEA Medication and Sharps Takeback Event happening on Saturday, April 27th, 2024, from 10 am -2pm at no cost. We have three awesome locations that include the Cleveland County Health Department -Norman, the Cleveland County Health Department- Moore, and the Absentee Shawnee Little Axe Health Center. If you or a family member have old or unused medication and sharps that you want to dispose of, please come out to the Cleveland County Health Department locations and the Absentee Shawnee Little Axe Health Center to dispose of them! We are also giving out free lock boxes, home medication disposal kits, and naloxone to anyone who needs them. Join US!

01/18/2024

Take time this week to talk to your teens about the impact of alcohol on your teen and family. It's never too late to talk to your teen(s)! For more information about youth ma*****na and edible use, contact Demetrick Jones at the OU Southwest Prevention Center at the [email protected]

The Sober Truth on Preventing Underage Drinking Act (STOP ACT) Project is to prevent and reduce alcohol use among youth and young adults in local communities. This is a project of the OU Southwest Prevention Center.

12/18/2023

The holidays are upon us and I urge you to talk often and soon about the impact of alcohol with your teen (s) and family. For more information about youth ma*****na and edible use, contact Demetrick Jones at the OU Southwest Prevention Center at the [email protected]

11/26/2023

Underage drinking is a problem in our community. We have to get ahead of the problem and that starts with having conversations with your teen(s) about the dangers of underage drinking. For more information and resources for you and your family, please contact Demetrick Jones at [email protected]

10/23/2023

Today starts Red Ribbon Week across our nation! We celebrate kids and teens making the pledge to be drug free! Talk with your kids and teens today and help them make the pledge to be drug free! If you or your family need substance use prevention resources and information please contact Demetrick Jones at the OU Southwest Prevention Center at [email protected] or visit https://linktr.ee/cchipsubstanceabuseworkgroup

10/16/2023

Parents are still the most influential in a teens life! Take time today to have a conversation about substance use prevention and the dangers of alcohol use with your teen. For more information, email Demetrick Jones with the OU Southwest Prevention Center at [email protected]

10/07/2023

10/07/2023

NIAAA has launched an exciting new resource: the Alcohol and Your Brain Virtual Reality (VR) Experience. Take an immersive rollercoaster ride through the brain and discover how key regions are affected by alcohol.

Anyone age 13+ with Quest, Quest 2, or Meta Quest Pro VR headsets can download the free app at the App Lab: https://ocul.us/3I0S8dh

Or view NIAAA’s non-VR version on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3VZYhfz

09/20/2023

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, join us in supporting efforts that promote health & well-being across Hispanic/Latino communities. Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture. While we celebrate Hispanic and Latino communities beyond this month, from September 15 to October 15 we give extra recognition to the many contributions made to the history and culture of the United States, including important advocacy work, vibrant art, popular and traditional foods, and much more. For more information, contact Demetrick Jones at the OU Southwest Prevention Center at [email protected]. or visit Achieving Health Equity Around Overdoses | Feature Topics | Drug Overdose (cdc.gov)