Events, Programs & Meetings

Keys to Understanding Addiction Conference – This yearly conference provides up-to-date education on alcohol and drugs and it strengthens the understanding of the impact of chemical dependency on the brain and learning and the process of addiction and recovery.

Martin Luther King Service Day – The Coalition provides fiduciary support to the committee that hosts a special service day at Athens High School.  Coalition staff provides assistance during the service day.

Parents Who Host Lose the Most Campaign – Is an annual campaign held prior to prom and graduation season, conducted in partnership with the Troy Police Department.  The public awareness campaign designed to educate parents about the dangers and legal consequences of hosting a teen party and serving alcohol to minors.

Project Sticker Shock – Generally implemented in the spring prior to prom and graduation season, the countywide campaign aims to reach those individuals over age 21 that can legally purchase alcohol.  The campaign consists of bright orange stickers being adhered to multi-packs of alcoholic beverages (beer and wine coolers) in participating retail stores.  The stickers provide information about the legal consequences of providing alcohol to minors. Coalition staff and volunteers visit stores during the scheduled campaign dates, to place the stickers on the alcohol.  More than a dozen retailers have been enthusiastic partners in the campaign.

Prescription Drug Education – The first national campaign began in August 2007 with the first National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month.  The Coalition raises awareness and offers individual and community solutions regarding prescription drug abuse. The Troy Community Coalition promotes “Operation Medicine Cabinet/Prescription Take Back Day” at the Troy Police Department.  This provides for a safe place for disposal of unused or expired medications. 

Senior Expo – Coalition staff and volunteers provide prevention information to over 500 senior citizens who attend the Expo organized through the State Senator's office.

Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens Leadership Training - This leadership training is a fun and exciting approach to youth leadership.  The training focuses on making choices based on principles and values, developing a vision and a plan for the future, and leading by example.  The program focuses on the impact each “habit” has on self-awareness, imagination, willpower, teamwork, prioritizing and resilience in everyday life.  This strong leadership curriculum and powerful lessons give the students an opportunity to put their skills to practice and create meaningful change in their lives.

Tar Wars Tobacco Prevention – An anti-tobacco program for 5th grade students, presented by resident physicians from Beaumont Hospital.  The program consists of a presentation and discussion on the health and social impact of smoking.

Tobacco Educational Visits – Coalition staff and volunteers visit tobacco retailers to provide educational materials to prevent the sale of tobacco products to minors. 

Volunteer Recognition Dinner – The Troy Community Coalition organizes and hosts an evening dinner that recognizes and honors Coalition volunteers.