Benton County Prevention Coalition

Benton County Prevention Coalition We are a non-profit organization that is being formed to expand education, awareness, support, and prevention for multiple issues concerning Benton County.

We were formerly known as the Benton County Drug Alliance. Any other questions, please ask.

Our kids have officially arrived at the University of Tennessee at Martin for this year's Tennessee Teen Institute (TTI)...
06/07/2026

Our kids have officially arrived at the University of Tennessee at Martin for this year's Tennessee Teen Institute (TTI)!

TTI is an incredible five-day leadership camp that empowers youth ages 13-19 to become positive leaders in their schools and communities.

Throughout the week, participants learn about substance abuse prevention, bullying prevention, healthy decision-making, and how to lead their peers toward safer, healthier lifestyles.

We are excited to watch these young leaders learn, grow, and gain the confidence to return home ready to educate and inspire others about the importance of living drug-free, alcohol-free, and vape-free lives.

Please keep our students in your thoughts and prayers as they embark on this life-changing experience. We can't wait to hear about everything they learn and accomplish this week!

If your child would be interested in attending Tennessee Teen Institute with us next year, please reach out. We'd love to help them become part of this amazing opportunity!

Benton County Sheriff's Office

🎶 LIVE MUSIC • DANCING • FAMILY FUN 🎶Join us for an afternoon packed full of music, dancing, and good times for an amazi...
05/09/2026

🎶 LIVE MUSIC • DANCING • FAMILY FUN 🎶

Join us for an afternoon packed full of music, dancing, and good times for an amazing cause!

The Stable Boys will be bringing the music LIVE from 4PM - 7PM, so grab your dancing shoes and get ready to fill the floor. Donations will be accepted to help rebuild the 641 Music Barn! 🎸🪕✨

Bring the whole family out for FREE fun including:
🐴 FREE Pony Rides
🐐 Petting Zoo
💃 Lots of dancing and live music
🍕 Concessions available
🎟 Silent Auction

During intermission, hear Chris Smith share an inspiring message on Prevention and Recovery before we turn the music back up and dance the night away!

Come laugh, dance, sing, and support a wonderful cause with your community. We can’t wait to see y’all there! ❤️

Benton County Prevention Coalition Stewart County Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention 641 Music Barn

05/06/2026

The Franklin County Prevention Coalition proudly supports the DEA’s “One Pill Can Kill” initiative and the movement toward a Fentanyl-Free America.

Fentanyl continues to impact communities across our nation, often in ways people don’t expect. Many counterfeit pills and substances are being laced with fentanyl, making even a single use potentially life-threatening. Awareness, education, and prevention are critical in protecting our families and especially our youth.

Our team also had the opportunity to hear from Sean Fearns with the DEA this morning at the NADEC Conference, reinforcing the urgency of this message and the importance of community action.

We stand alongside the DEA in raising awareness, promoting safe choices, and encouraging open conversations about the risks associated with substance misuse. Together, we can make a difference by staying informed, looking out for one another, and taking action in our community.

💙 Talk to your children
💙 Know the signs
💙 Share the message

Franklin County is stronger without it. Join us as we work toward a safer, fentanyl-free future.

The Benton County Prevention Coalition will be rescheduling our May meeting. A new date will be announced soon.Thank you...
05/06/2026

The Benton County Prevention Coalition will be rescheduling our May meeting. A new date will be announced soon.

Thank you all for your continued support and dedication to prevention in our community. 💜💚

We can’t wait to see everyone this Saturday at Prevention Jam! 🎶✨

Fentanyl is poisoning communities across our country. It is now the leading cause of death for adults ages 18–45.⚠️ It’s...
04/29/2026

Fentanyl is poisoning communities across our country. It is now the leading cause of death for adults ages 18–45.

⚠️ It’s hidden in counterfeit pills
⚠️ It’s disguised as something safe
⚠️ It only takes 2 milligrams, smaller than a grain of salt, to kill.

Every day, lives are lost.
Real people. Real families. Real futures.

Many never knew what they were taking.
They didn’t get a second chance.

💜 Today, we remember those we’ve lost.
💜 And we fight for the ones we can still protect.

Awareness saves lives.
Education matters.
Conversations count.

Join Us for a Life-Saving Training Opportunity!Substance use and overdose are impacting our communities, but together, w...
04/26/2026

Join Us for a Life-Saving Training Opportunity!

Substance use and overdose are impacting our communities, but together, we can be part of the solution.

Come learn how to recognize and respond to opioid and stimulant overdoses, properly administer Narcan, and better understand trauma-informed care.

🗓 April 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Apex Bank Community Room
180 Hwy 641 N., Camden, TN

✅ Free resources provided
✅ FREE lockboxes available
✅ Valuable, real-world training you can use to save a life.

This training is open to the community—whether you're a parent, caregiver, professional, or simply someone who wants to make a difference.

Knowledge is power.
Preparedness saves lives.
Bring a friend.
Bring your questions.
Be part of the change.

Benton County Drug Take Back Day was a huge success! 💊✨A big thank you to the Camden Police Department and the Benton Co...
04/25/2026

Benton County Drug Take Back Day was a huge success! 💊✨
A big thank you to the Camden Police Department and the Benton County Sheriff’s Office for partnering with the Benton County Prevention Coalition today. Your support, dedication, and commitment to keeping our community safe does not go unnoticed.
We truly value these partnerships and the difference we can make together. 💙

On Friday, April 24th from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, the Benton County Prevention Coalition will be hosting a Drug Take Back Da...
04/20/2026

On Friday, April 24th from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, the Benton County Prevention Coalition will be hosting a Drug Take Back Day in front of the Camden Walmart!

This event is part of a nationwide initiative led by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) aimed at providing a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired medications.

Drug Take Back Day helps prevent medication misuse, reduces the risk of overdose, and keeps harmful substances out of our homes, waterways, and communities.

Too often, unused prescriptions sit in medicine cabinets where they can be accidentally taken, misused, or stolen. This initiative gives everyone a simple way to clear them out safely with no questions asked.

💊 Bring us your:
● Expired medications
● Unused prescriptions
● Over-the-counter medications you no longer need.

We’ll take care of the rest by ensuring they are disposed of properly and safely.

Let’s work together to protect our families, prevent substance misuse, and keep Benton County safe and strong.

Join us for the Benton County Prevention Coalition Monthly Meeting as we come together to make a difference in our commu...
04/09/2026

Join us for the Benton County Prevention Coalition Monthly Meeting as we come together to make a difference in our community.

📅 Date: April 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Camden Central High School - Room 301

This is a great opportunity to connect, collaborate, and be part of meaningful prevention efforts that impact Benton County. Whether you’re a long-time partner or new to the mission, your voice matters and we’d love to have you there.

➡️ Please enter at the door to the LEFT of the gym.

Let’s continue working together to build a stronger, healthier community. 💙❤️

This week, we had the incredible opportunity to be in RX Summit in Nashville, learning, connecting, and bringing resourc...
04/08/2026

This week, we had the incredible opportunity to be in RX Summit in Nashville, learning, connecting, and bringing resources back home to Benton County.

Sgt. Chris Richard, Benton County Sheriff’s Office Liaison to the Benton County Prevention Coalition, attended alongside Nikki Green, Lifeline Peer Project Coordinator and Vice President of the Benton County Prevention Coalition.

While there, Sgt. Richard secured over $3,000 in life-saving donations that will be placed directly into our community to help protect our youth. This equipment will play a critical role in keeping our students safe and prepared.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to OverdoseKits.com and RX Destroyer for their generosity and commitment to communities like ours.

A special thank you to the Benton County Sheriff's Office for continuing to support the mission of the Benton County Prevention Coalition and standing alongside us in the fight to protect our kids.

Together, we are making a difference. 💙

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Camden, TN
38320

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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+17316955841

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