I first heard about ASAP when I was asked to represent RID (Remove Intoxicated/Impaired Drivers) at ASAP meetings. I had been a member of RID for many years, giving both time and financial support to that organization. From the beginning…
The permanent medicine disposal bin program, known as Operation Rx in Anderson County, plays an important role in keeping Tennessee clean and healthy. There are five permanent bins in Anderson County located at police stations: Clinton Police Department, 125 W.…
ASAP OF ANDERSON COUNTY IS TEAMING UP WTH LOACAL AND FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO TAKE UNWANTED PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS AT THE OAK RIDGE AND CLINTON POLICE DEPARTMENTS. Anderson County, TN – On April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.…
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) combines behavioral therapy and medications to treat substance use disorders. 1 Medications that can be used in MAT which are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) include buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. 2 While both…
Stephanie Strutner has been named the 2016 Advocate of the Year by Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA), the nation’s leading substance misuse prevention organization representing over 5,000 community anti-drug coalitions across the country. She accepted the award on Thursday,…
2016 Anderson County Ally of the Year First Runner Up Teresa Scott, Ally of the Year Becky Grubb, Second Runner Up Kim Pouncey. The votes are in and the 2016 Anderson…
ASAP is pleased to announce the 2017 Anderson County Ally of the Year nominees. Candidates for the award were nominated by community members for their passion for creating a healthy and productive Anderson County and are united by one…
ASAP is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Anderson County Ally of the Year Award. Candidates for the award were nominated by community members for their passion for creating a healthy and productive Anderson County and are united by one goal:…
Click here to make your nomination! Do you know someone who lives, works, does business or worships in Anderson County who cares for its citizens and is passionate about creating a healthy and productive Anderson County? Consider nominating them for…
My name is Don Howard. I attended an NAS, Neo-Natal Abstinence Syndrome, Lunch & Learn seminar on April 7, 2015, as a representative of the State of Tennessee, Department of Children’s Services. This seminar was my first exposure to ASAP,…
