The Tuscarawas County
Anti-Drug Coalition
We work in the community to empower youth to live drug-free lives. Our committees are dedicated to substance-use prevention and education.
See our different committees and where they focus in the community.
Rx Drugs
Learn about safe usage, safe storage, and safe disposal of your prescription medication.
Alcohol
You can set the example for your kids to understand the dangers of alcohol consumption.
Tobacco
Learn about the effects of tobacco use and understand the increased dangers of vaping.
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Who We Are
The Tuscarawas County Anti-Drug Coalition is comprised of passionate volunteer members living and/or working in local communities. Volunteers include individual citizens as well as representatives across a variety of businesses, agencies, and organizations.
What We Do
The ADC operates with dedication to a mission that encourages local youth to live healthy, drug-free lives by ensuring consistent access to support, education, and resources for youth, parents, businesses, and local communities.
Where We Work
the ADC is actively present throughout a variety of events and activities within local communities. From the county fair and local festivals to parades and fundraising events, ADC members are visible with a consistent presence throughout all corners of Tuscarawas County.
Empowering Youth
Building a healthy, drug-free community through education and prevention
Youth-Led Prevention
Volunteer Opportunities
Youth Advisory Boards
State Level Support
Mentor Programs
School-Based Programs
Anti-Drug Coalition of Tuscarawas County
Join us each episode with your host, ADC Coordinator Jodi Salvo, as we deliver current information about drug use and prevention efforts in Tuscarawas County. Jodi brings information from all over the county, including resources from local school districts, law enforcement, treatment agencies, political offices, state representatives, and more. You'll enjoy these casual conversations amongst people working together to make an impact in our community.
The Anti-Drug Coalition is part of the Get Level Podcast Network, bringing agencies and organizations together to reach listeners in Tuscarawas County.
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For more information on the ADC, visit www.adctusc.org.
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What I Wish Someone Had Told Me – Part 8: Your Life is Worth Fighting for Because You're Worthy of Life
Our “What I Wish Someone Had Told Me” series continues with special guest Derrick Jenkins. Derrick is celebrating 25 years sober this month, a tremendous accomplishment that he discuss on this episode.
Derrick enjoyed a good childhood growing up in Canton with his parents and 6 siblings. He enjoyed sports and music with his family and friends. But in his early teens, Derrick’s group of friends pressured him into substance use. Alcohol led to marijuana, and eventually marijuana led to crack cocaine.
When Derrick used cocaine for the first time, he was instantly addicted. Extremely conscious about health and fitness, Derrick stayed away from smoking marijuana and drinking alcohol – but he could not stop using cocaine. Eventually, his addiction led to eyesight issues that resulted in 7 eye surgeries.
You have to hear Derrick’s recovery story. His faith in God kept him alive and opened up doors and opportunities for Derrick to not only survive, but to also thrive in his new sober life. Now, he champions others through recovery as a recovery coach, counselor, motivator, etc. His voice is calming but powerful, and his message is truth.
Derrick talks about his early refusal to admit he had a problem. Later on, he rejected the idea that counseling could help him. Overcoming the stigma of counseling was difficult for him, but once he did, he realized counseling can help every person. It provided him with support and also taught him the skills he needed to cope with adversity in life and strengthen his recovery.
Derrick’s message revolves around the fact that your life is worth fighting for – recovery and sobriety are worth fighting for – because you’re worthy of living a happy and healthy life. Don’t let your past mistakes determine your current and future worth. The only person who needs to believe you’re worthy is YOU – because God already says you are.
You can visit www.derrickvjenkins.com to learn more about Derrick and his story!
If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, call Rachel Wentworth at the substance use Hope Line at 330-663-6812.
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