ASAP of Anderson recognizes 2021 partners in prevention
ASAP of Anderson is recognizing some unsung heroes for their efforts to support ASAP’s mission to prevent and reduce substance use among youth and adults in Anderson County.
In December, Anna Hurt (Anderson County Schools), Matt Reedy (Oak Ridge Civic Center), Teresa Seals (Oak Ridge High School), Lisa Steffensen (Roane State Community College), and the city of Rocky Top staff were recognized at a special Community Coalition meeting, according to a news release. The COVID-19 pandemic brought a special set of challenges and these community partners continued to go above and beyond to support the work of ASAP during overwhelming times. The staff at ASAP extended a sincere thank you to their 2021 Partners in Prevention and is looking forward to advancing community efforts to prevent substance misuse in 2022.
After seeing a decrease in fatal overdose deaths in 2019, Anderson County saw an 82% increase in 2020, according to the ASAP release.
"It is imperative that our community continues to work together to implement effective strategies for community change. If you are interested in joining ASAP’s Community Coalition as a volunteer or community partner, please contact Stacey Pratt at Stacey@ASAPofAnderson.org or visit our website at ASAPofAnderson.org and follow ASAPofAnderson on social media to see how you can say I AM ONE and support prevention in Anderson County," the release stated.
This article originally appeared on Oakridger: ASAP of Anderson recognizes 2021 partners in prevention
