News & Happenings
2021 Middle School PSA Contest
Join Together Atlantic County is sponsoring an underage drinking prevention PSA contest for Middle School students (6-8th grades). The deadline for the contest is May 21st, entry forms and rules and regulations are attached. This contest gives students an opportunity to send a message to parents about the dangers of underage drinking and/or providing alcohol to those under 21.
Please either post this information or pass it along to anyone who may be interested in participating.
Given the unique circumstances, we are offering several ways to assist with the submission of contest entries. Entries may be mailed to our office at 626 N. Shore Road, Absecon, NJ 08201, scanned and emailed to acutano@atlprev.org or students may also take a picture of their entry and email it. We are also available to schedule a pick-up of entries if your school has multiple entries. Students who email their entries should hold onto their original artwork, if selected, they will be sent a self-addressed stamped envelope to mail their original artwork to us. Three winners will be selected to receive awards and the overall winner may have their artwork turned into a billboard in Atlantic County.
Your partnership and support is greatly appreciated! Please feel free to contact me with any questions, we are looking forward to seeing the student’s submissions.
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Please either post this information or pass it along to anyone who may be interested in participating.
Given the unique circumstances, we are offering several ways to assist with the submission of contest entries. Entries may be mailed to our office at 626 N. Shore Road, Absecon, NJ 08201, scanned and emailed to acutano@atlprev.org or students may also take a picture of their entry and email it. We are also available to schedule a pick-up of entries if your school has multiple entries. Students who email their entries should hold onto their original artwork, if selected, they will be sent a self-addressed stamped envelope to mail their original artwork to us. Three winners will be selected to receive awards and the overall winner may have their artwork turned into a billboard in Atlantic County.
Your partnership and support is greatly appreciated! Please feel free to contact me with any questions, we are looking forward to seeing the student’s submissions.
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2020 1st Place winner, 8th grade Galloway Township Middle School
Videos released for athlete and opioid misuse prevention
Opioids and Athletes: Helping Guide and Raise Awareness of Opioid Use Among Student Athletes Join Together Atlantic County would like to invite youth athletes and those who interact with them to watch the videos. Youth athletes are at a higher risk for opioid addiction due to their greater risk of injury and their increased opportunity to receive diverted pain medications from teammates. To view these 5 prerecorded videos please click on tab above that says "Opioids and Athletes" or by clicking this link http://www.jtacnj.org/opioids-and-athletes.html .
Sticker Shock Campaign
In anticipation for Super Bowl Sunday JTAC has donated nearly 2,500 labeled brown paper bags reminding adults that it is against the law to purchase alcohol to anyone under the age of 21. Thanks to both Joe Canal’s in EHT for your continued support and help in preventing underage drinking!
Joe Canal's, EHT (2 locations)
Joe Canal's, EHT (2 locations)
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15 Minute Child Break
Below is the link for a free 15 Minute Child Break Webinar for Parents. The webinar presents tips for effectively talking to your children about drugs and alcohol, helping children manage stress, influence of media and pop culture, utilizing teachable moments and vaping trends. The Webinar will be available for viewing until January 31, 2021.
http://createsend.com/t/y-5BF3B330870ACABF
http://createsend.com/t/y-5BF3B330870ACABF
HOPE ONE Atlantic County
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Hope One Atlantic County is strongly committed to connecting people in a crisis with treatment. We do this along with our partners by removing barriers for people in need of services and eliminate the stigma associated with seeking help.
Upcoming Hope One Locations/Events
for more information please visit www.hopeoneac.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/hopeoneac/
Upcoming Hope One Locations/Events
for more information please visit www.hopeoneac.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/hopeoneac/
KOOAD proclamation at Buena Vista Township with our SUAR
Katherine Jaques and Thomas Egan of Stand Up and Rebel / Incorruptible.Us attended the Buena Vista Township Committee meeting on 9/28 to receive a proclamation issued by township committee in recognition of Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day 2020. The youth were able to speak about the importance of the day, and additional activities that they are involved in through the youth coalition.
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Local Pharmacy Helps Combat Prescription Drug Misuse by Offering Safe Drug Disposal
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On September 22nd Join Together Atlantic County partnered with Bunting Family Pharmacy helping them secure a permanent prescription drop box for the public to dispose of unused, unwanted, and expired medications. The box is located inside Bunting Family Pharmacy located at 1337-a, New Rd, Northfield, NJ, 08225. It will be available to the public during normal business hours, which are 9:00AM until 7:00PM Monday through Friday, and from 9:00AM until 4:00PM on Saturday.
We commend Bunting Family Pharmacy for taking the initiative to help keep our communities safe by offering the public a safe way to dispose of their medication. Properly disposing of your medications help prevent the theft and diversion of powerful opioid medications and also helps protect our environment.
We commend Bunting Family Pharmacy for taking the initiative to help keep our communities safe by offering the public a safe way to dispose of their medication. Properly disposing of your medications help prevent the theft and diversion of powerful opioid medications and also helps protect our environment.
8-11-20 Marijuana In Our Community Today, Radio Town Hall Mtg
SPEAKERS:
Diane Litterer, New Jersey Prevention Network
Will Jones, SAM Smart Approaches to Marijuana
MODERATORS:
Robert Zlotnick, Executive Director, Atlantic Prevention Resources
Harry Hurley, WPG Talk Radio
To listen please download file below.
Diane Litterer, New Jersey Prevention Network
Will Jones, SAM Smart Approaches to Marijuana
MODERATORS:
Robert Zlotnick, Executive Director, Atlantic Prevention Resources
Harry Hurley, WPG Talk Radio
To listen please download file below.
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"Don't be fooled by the medical marijuana smokescreen. Every state that has legalized recreational marijuana started by passing seemingly harmless “medical marijuana” laws."