Thrive IRC

08/26/2025

We are only a week and a half from the kick-off of our next Strengthening Families Program at United Against Poverty. Join us for this amazing 7-week program for families with children between the ages of 10-14. The program starts Saturday, September 6th from 11 to 1:30 for 7 weeks. Register using the QR code below or email sstuart@thrive-irc.org.

✨ Lunch provided
✨ Baby-sitting offered for children under 10
✨ Gift cards for participating families who attend at least 5 of the 7 sessions
✨ Convenient location!!

08/22/2025

We are thrilled to announce that Carrie, CEO of Thrive IRC, and Shelley, Director of Prevention Services, recently delivered a presentation at the Florida Behavioral Health Conference. Their informative discussion centered on Prevention Across the Lifespan. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us or visit www.thrive-IRC.org. Congratulations to Carrie and Shelley on a job well done! Additionally, Morgan, one of Thrive’s Prevention Specialists, attended the conference to expand her knowledge and connections. Great job, Morgan!

08/21/2025

Today, August 21 is National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. Approximately 73,000 Americans lost their lives in 2023 to Fentanyl poisoning, and even a tiny amount can be deadly. This day is a reminder to educate, raise awareness, and take action to save lives.

What you should know:
Fentanyl is up to 50 times stronger than he**in and 100 times stronger than morphine.
It is often found in counterfeit pills and other street drugs including Ma*****na —many times without the person knowing. Just 2 milligrams (the size of a few grains of salt) can be fatal.

Carrying Naloxone (Narcan) can reverse an opioid overdose and save a life.
Talking about fentanyl can help reduce stigma and keep our loved ones safe.

Together, we can spread awareness, provide resources, and create a safer, healthier community.

will recognize National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on Thursday, August 21, joining the hundreds of thousands of voices raising awareness to c...

08/13/2025

Join us for the Freedom 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 27th at beautiful South Beach Park in Vero Beach! 🌊☀️

We’re calling on runners, walkers, local agencies, and businesses to come together, get active, and make a difference. Why not start a team with your coworkers, friends, or family? Not only is it a great way to build camaraderie, but team registrations receive a discounted price!

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just out for some fun in the sun, this is your chance to support a great cause, connect with the community, and enjoy the route views. 🌴

📅 Date: Saturday, September 27th
📍 Location: South Beach Park, Vero Beach
💰 Discounts for teams – grab your crew and save!

✅ Register today and let’s make this the biggest Freedom 5K yet!
https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/VeroBeach/SACofIRC5K

08/11/2025

August is Overdose Awareness Month. This August 28th, we are hosting an Overdose and Fentanyl Awareness Summit from 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM at the Emerson Center in Vero Beach. Join us for a night of powerful presentations and community dialogue, including:

A discussion on stigma and how we can shift perceptions
Information on opioid addiction and prevention strategies
A personal story of hope and recovery
A special showing of The New Drug Talk, a documentary on the dangers of fentanyl

This is more than an event — it’s a call to action. Let’s come together, learn, and work toward saving lives and changing the narrative. 💜 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-community-one-cause-overdose-and-fentanyl-awareness-summit-tickets-1470789022559?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/11/2025

08/05/2025

Thrive is participating in the School District's Thrive event, held within the gym at Vero Beach High School. We are here from 11-2 today, joined by multiple agencies, to disseminate information about our resources and events to teachers. It is complemented by delicious food trucks in the parking lot.

08/04/2025

This month, we remember those affected by overdoses and raise awareness about the devastating impact they have on families, communities, and lives. 💔

Did you know?

In 2022, over 100,000 people died from drug overdoses in the U.S.

Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, is involved in nearly 70% of all overdose deaths.

Every day, about 270 people in the U.S. die from an overdose. That's a life lost every 5 minutes.

Overdose is preventable. Simple tools like Narcan (naloxone) can reverse opioid overdoses and save lives.

Let's break the stigma, educate ourselves, and support those in need. 💪 Together, we can prevent more tragedies and work toward a brighter, healthier future. Join us on August 28th for an informative summit on Overdose and Fentanyl Awareness. Sign up here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-community-one-cause-overdose-and-fentanyl-awareness-summit-tickets-1470789022559?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/28/2025

We are proud to share that Thrive is partnering with Indian River State College - Mueller Campus to provide a Naloxone box on-site. This box is free and accessible to anyone on campus. It's stocked with Narcan, a life-saving medication that can reverse op**te overdoses.
If you or someone you know might need it, and on the campus, please do not hesitate to take some or you can reach out to us at www.thrive-irc.org to get your free Narcan.