ICARE Union County

11/22/2025

🎉 You picked your quit date—congrats! 🎉

That first step toward a smoke-free life is huge. 🚭💪

✅ Plan for cravings
✅ Get support
✅ Celebrate every smoke-free milestone

📞 Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco/empowered-to-quit.html

11/21/2025

🚭 **You picked your quit day—now what?** 🚭

Congrats! That’s the first big step toward a smoke-free life. Here’s how to set yourself up for success:

✅ **Get rid of ci******es & triggers:** Toss ashtrays, lighters, and anything that reminds you to smoke.
✅ **Plan for cravings:** Have healthy snacks, gum, or water ready. Know your triggers and how to cope.
✅ **Reach out for support:** Tell friends, family, or join a quitline. Don’t do it alone!
✅ **Consider tools:** Ni****ne replacement therapy, apps, or counseling can help.
✅ **Celebrate milestones:** Every smoke-free hour, day, and week is progress!

Remember: **Every quit attempt brings you closer to success.** Start strong and stay committed! 💪

📞 Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco/empowered-to-quit.html

11/20/2025

🚭 **Great American Smokeout!** 🚭

Today’s the day to **make a plan to quit smoking**. Start small:

✅ Pick a quit date
✅ Know your triggers
✅ Get support from friends, family, or a quitline
✅ Celebrate every smoke-free milestone

Every step counts toward a **healthier, smoke-free you**! 💪

📞 Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco/empowered-to-quit.html

11/20/2025

ICARE Union County is proud to support this lifesaving effort. Providing around-the-clock access to Narcan is an important step in keeping our community safe, reducing preventable deaths, and offering hope to those who need it most. We’re grateful for partners like Shiloh Recovery Services and Okie's Pharmacy Cures and Curiosities who help make resources like this possible.

11/19/2025

🌟 Community Outreach Event 🌟
Join us as we come together to raise awareness, support one another, and strengthen our community. 💙
✨ Free Overdose Prevention Services
✨ Connection to Treatment & Recovery Resources
✨ Community Support & Education
📍 Okie’s Pharmacy – Maynardville, TN
🗓️ Monday, November 24, 2025
⏰ 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Together, we can reduce harm, build hope, and create a healthier Union County. 💪
📩 For more information, contact: 865-705-3157 or programcoordinator@icareunioncounty.com

11/18/2025

Va**ng isn’t a safe alternative to smoking—it's a dangerous habit. Say no to ni****ne!

11/17/2025

11/14/2025

🌟 Community Outreach Event 🌟
Join us as we come together to raise awareness, support one another, and strengthen our community. 💙
✨ Free Harm Reduction Services
✨ Connection to Treatment & Recovery Resources
✨ Community Support & Education
📍 Okie’s Pharmacy – Maynardville, TN
🗓️ Monday, November 24, 2025
⏰ 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Together, we can reduce harm, build hope, and create a healthier Union County. 💪
📩 For more information, contact: 865-705-3157 or programcoordinator@icareunioncounty.com

11/13/2025

💛 ICARE is proud to support the Fresh Wagon Food Drive! 💛
In honor of World Kindness Day, let’s spread compassion and care by helping Union County families have a warm, nourishing holiday meal this season. 🌽🥔🧡

We’re encouraging everyone to donate items like mac & cheese, stuffing mix, or instant potatoes between Nov. 1–14 at the drop-off locations listed below. Every item shared is an act of kindness that brightens someone’s holiday! ✨

Let’s show how powerful kindness and community can be. Together, we can make a difference! 💕

11/12/2025

11/11/2025

Thank you Veterans!

Today and every day, we honor those who served. TDMHSAS is proud to partner with the many veteran-serving agencies in our state, promote increased mental wellness and recovery pathways for our veterans, and honor the sacrifice and service of the men and women who have served and their families.

11/10/2025

If you’re trying to and quit smoking, know that we believe in you! Did you know e-cigs are not currently approved by the FDA as a quit smoking tool? Other options may be better for your needs, speak with a healthcare provider today.