Self-Care and Conversations
In light of the recent school shooting that has taken place in Texas, we wanted to share some resources for parents, community members, and school personnel who would like guidance on self-care and how to have conversations with youth about this topic. Resources are available in English and Spanish.
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Leadership Hanover
Leadership Hanover, presented by the Hanover Chamber Foundation, is an interactive and informative program to encourage and guide individuals through leadership philosophy and skills for the betterment of their participation in business, communal and civic efforts. The 9-month program will include monthly sessions, group activities, and a graduation dinner. The program is intended for those in a transitional phase of their careers, individuals who are emerging into a leadership role or transitioning into/desiring their next level of leadership.
Octavia Marsh graduated in May 2022 from the inaugural Leadership Hanover cohort, and recommends members of Hanover Cares to consider applying!
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Smart Approaches to Marijuana Release:
Failing Marijuana Legislation Studies
Three large studies by different researchers revealed major issues with the U.S. marijuana industry. A news release from Smart Approaches to Marijuana shares details of the three studies. For more information and more resources regarding marijuana legislation, visit the Smart Approaches to Marijuana website and stay connected with coalitions like Hanover Cares for updates.
Study 1: Largest-Ever Commercial Marijuana Study Reveals Widespread Mislabeling Issues Among State-Legal Products
Study 2: Marijuana is associated with significantly increased risk for many health conditions, especially behavioral health and HIV
Study 3: Marijuana vaping, especially very frequent use, is on the rise among U.S. adolescents; highly associated with other drug use
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Smart Approaches to Marijuana Release:
Teen Use Up in Legal States
A new study in the most prominent medical journal dealing with substance use, Addiction, details how marijuana legalization in four large legal states led to increases in youth and adult-use, versus non-legal states.
“The findings add new evidence of a connection between legalizing adult use and a surge of use among kids," wrote an Axios news release about the study.
The study, which looked at more than 21,000 youths in California, Nevada, Massachusetts, and Maine, found "among youths, the association between RCL and greater odds of transition from non-users to users was seen in comparison with non-legalization states."
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Hanover Cares
Member Survey:
Closes June 22nd
We at Hanover Cares Coalition would like to know what you think about the Coalition and the work you do to support it. Please take this brief survey to answer these questions. Your responses are anonymous.
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2022 Virginia Young Adult Survey (YAS):
Now Open!
We want to hear about your experiences and opinions on substance use and mental health in your community. This data will help us develop health and wellness programming that better meets your needs.
To learn more, click here or text Virginia to 855-632-2201.
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Join Our Team:
Coalition Executive Director
To learn more about the position and how to apply, click here.
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Tobacco Free Tuesday:
June 21st from 10-11 am on Zoom
Join the Virginia Department of Health for Tobacco Free Tuesday and a meaningful conversation about the FDA proposed menthol ban. The FDA recently announced proposed rules prohibiting menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars to prevent youth initiation and significantly reduce tobacco-related disease and death. A speaker from the Center for Black Health & Equity will discuss the significance of the proposed rules, the timeline, and the health impact.
Please add any questions you might have for our speaker when you register for an engaging Q&A session.
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Tall Cop Visit:
August 15, 2022
6:00-7:30 PM
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Hanover Business Cares
Are you or do you know a Hanover business looking to connect with us and get workplace resources?
Hanover Business Cares is an opportunity for local businesses to support our mission of reducing substance use and misuse in Hanover County, thereby helping to maintain a healthy and productive workforce.
Please consider joining our efforts with a tax-deductible donation of $50 or more to Hanover Cares. To show your support, each participating business will receive a Hanover Business Cares window sticker, will be listed on the Hanover Cares website (hanover-cares.org) as a community partner, and will receive a folder of educational materials that can be shared with your employers and their families.
Businesses may send donations electronically here or by mail to:
Hanover Cares
9734 Atlee Commons Dr.
Ashland, VA 23005
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Support Hanover Cares
As a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization, Hanover Cares relies on the financial contributions of its community members. With your support, we can continue to provide prevention initiatives across Hanover County! You can support Hanover Cares while you shop for the holiday season on Amazon or while you get groceries from Kroger. Or, you could donate directly to support our mission through Paypal.
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