Power of Putnam

Strategic Prevention Framework-Partnership for Success Program: Coordinate programs to reduce the non-medical use of prescription drugs and abuse related problems and consequences in Tennessee.

Established Coalitions Program: Coordinates the implementation of substance abuse prevention strategies to address underage drinking and tabacco use; Builds community level infrastructure to prevent the onset and reduce the progression of substance abuse in Putnam Co, TN.

Drug-Free Communities Program: Supports collaboration among community entities to reduce substance use among youth. Works with leaders within the community to identify and address local youth substance use problems and create sustainable change through environmental prevention strategies. The total value of donated services, space, and other materials to this program is $276,770.

Amerisource Bergen Foundation - to provide prescription drug diversion awareness and prevention within the TN and southeastern animal care community

Lifeline Peer Support - to reduce stigma related to the disease of addiction and increase community support for policies that provide for treatment and recovery services

Drug-Endangered Children - to develop policies and programs in response to drug endangered children

State Opioid Response III - to identify and select evidence-based interventions that address local needs, reduce substance abuse problems, prevent the onset and reduce the progression of substance abuse, and build prevention capacity and infrastructure at the state, regional, and community levels

STOP Act - to prevent and reduce alcohol use among youth and young adults in Putnam Co, TN

Coalitions COVID-19 Supplemental - to reduce marijuana use among persons ages 12-25 years

Rural Health Association of TN - Build a self-sustaining network of organizations and professionals committed to a common goal of decreasing SUD/Stimulant Overdose Deaths in rural Tennessee by increasing the number of consortium members to 200 statewide. Increase the adoption or expansion of at least two prevention core activities in 75% of the service area (55 counties) by September 1, 2025. Increase the number of providers able to screen, treat, and support recovery in 75% of the service area (55 counties) by September 1, 2025.

To encourage youth in Putnam Co, TN to prevent alcohol and drug abuse.