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Prescription Drug Town Hall
Tuesday, July 12
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The Community Opioid Response Alliance is hosting "Prescription for Addiction: A Community Conversation." Join us as prescription drug misuse and abuse is discussed.This FREE event at the University of Nevada, Reno will be moderated by KOLO-TV anchor, Sarah Johns, and will feature a panel of experts including physicians, a member of law enforcement, a drug and alcohol counselor, and a parent activist who's taking steps in her community after her daughter's experience with prescription drug addiction. The event is open to the public, and parents, grandparents, and other community members are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and suggest solutions to this problem in our community.
Parking is FREE and refreshments will be provided.
Click here for more information or to register.
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Youth Group Members
Reflect on Experience
Each year we say goodbye to high school seniors who are part of our Speak Out youth program. We wish them the best and will miss their dedication, determination, and bright, positive attitudes.
Two members in their own words.....
Mikalya Burton
I joined Speak Out after hearing a presentation at a school assembly telling us about the program. I was interested in joining because 1) at the time I had wanted to be a teacher, so I thought presenting to kids could give me some experience and 2) I've had friends and family members who have a history with drug abuse. Volunteering with Speak Out has not only taught me about the different kind of drugs out there and the unknown dangers that come with them, but I have also come to understand more about why people choose to use drugs and how it is often related to things like loneliness, suicide, bullying, etc. Even though I've lived in Reno for my entire life, I realized I actually knew very little about our community as I learned about the many great people who are working together to try and make it a better place for all of us. The friends I have made has also made volunteering enjoyable. I’m a little bit shy when it comes to meeting new people, but now I feel so comfortable with all of them and I know that anytime we are together there's going to be a lot of laughs and we are going to have a good time. I am going to attend UNR next fall. While as of right now I am not sure if I want to be a teacher still, presenting to children has reminded me why I wanted to be a teacher in the first place.
Vedaliah Fye
From being an active member of Speak Out I learned quite a few lessons such as time management, participation, scheduling, etc. Along with personal lessons, I learned quite a few drug and alcohol lessons. I learned how drug and alcohol abuse is extremely dangerous to not only the abuser but the surrounding people. Volunteering with Speak Out includes presenting to children in grade levels 1-12 and to parents who would attend our Parent Supervise displays. Although in the beginning I had trouble presenting, by presenting continuously I gained confidence in my presentation skills. In addition, I gained quite a few friends from Speak Out. I would present with my fellow peers which allowed me to get to know them. Each member has been nothing but generous and very uplifting. Volunteering with Speak Out was always fulfilling. When I leave at the end of August, I will be going to the Franciscan University of Steubenville where I will be majoring in Communication Arts. From being a part of Speak Out and volunteering with every member, I have gained a bit more insight into the person
I am.
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Open Community Health Worker Position
JTNN is hiring a Community Health Worker through an AmeriCorps grant beginning in September. The position will be located at Northern Nevada HOPES, and the selected applicant will co-report to staff at JTNN and HOPES for an 11-month period. AmeriCorps pays a monthly stipend, health benefits, and an educational credit at the end of the service project. To find out more, please email amber@jtnn.org.
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New Marijuana PSA
What Pot Looks Like Today
JTNN debuted it's newest public service announcement this month. The PSA focuses on how different marijuana was in the 1980's versus today and how parents need to be aware of the changes and talk to their teens about using the drug.
Click here to watch the PSA.
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Make Summer Safe for Kids
Summer brings many opportunities for outdoor fun, and we want to make sure you have the tools to keep your kids safe. The CDC has posted an article with safety tips with everything from water safety to staying healthy when the temperature rises. Find the tips here.
Northern Nevada hosts many great events throughout the year. Please remember to designate a sober driver for all of your driving and boating activities.
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