In Her Shoes
Oct
28
1:30 PM13:30

In Her Shoes

In Her Shoes: An Experiential Learning Activity

  • What: An interactive experience to explore the challenges faced by survivors of domestic violence (DV).

  • Why: Gain insights into why survivors make the choices they do, what resources are available, and how you can help. “In Her Shoes/In Their Shoes leads communities to shift their thinking about domestic violence and evolve their practices to support survivors and hold those who cause harm accountable.” – Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence

  • Cost: Free and open to the public.

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Wear Purple Day!
Oct
24
9:00 PM21:00

Wear Purple Day!

  • Monroe County Health Council (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Wear Purple Day: October 24, 2024 (Purple Thursday)

  • What: A national day of action to raise awareness about domestic violence.

  • How to Participate:

    1. Wear purple to your office or workplace.

    2. Take a photo of yourself or your group in purple.

    3. Post the photo with hashtags #PurpleThursday and #MonroeSTOPe, or send your photo to Monroe STOPe via text or email (423-519-1232, advocatemonroe@gmail.com).

  • Prize: Groups participating in Monroe County's Purple Thursday have a chance to win a Ya Rona gift card!

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Paint the Town Purple
Oct
1
to Oct 31

Paint the Town Purple

  • Monroe County Health Council (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Throughout October every year, Monroe STOPe participates in the National Domestic Violence Awareness campaign for community awareness and education. There are many activities this October. 

In Her Shoes: An Experiential Learning Activity

  • What: An interactive experience to explore the challenges faced by survivors of domestic violence (DV).

  • Why: Gain insights into why survivors make the choices they do, what resources are available, and how you can help.

  • Quote: “In Her Shoes/In Their Shoes leads communities to shift their thinking about domestic violence and evolve their practices to support survivors and hold those who cause harm accountable.” – Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence

  • Cost: Free and open to the public.

Wear Purple Day: October 24, 2024 (Purple Thursday)

  • What: A national day of action to raise awareness about domestic violence.

  • How to Participate:

    1. Wear purple to your office or workplace.

    2. Take a photo of yourself or your group in purple.

    3. Post the photo with hashtags #PurpleThursday and #MonroeSTOPe, or send your photo to Monroe STOPe via text or email (423-519-1232, advocatemonroe@gmail.com).

  • Prize: Groups participating in Monroe County's Purple Thursday have a chance to win a Ya Rona gift card!

Shining a Light on Domestic Violence Displays

  • What: Purple lights will be displayed at the Monroe County Justice Center and Courthouse to honor the “silent victims” of domestic violence.

  • Why: Over half of all domestic violence cases go unreported to the police. We hope to give victims the courage to speak out.

Purple Ribbons

  • What: Purple ribbons displayed around the Madisonville Courthouse serve as a reminder that domestic violence has no place in our community.

  • Why: Monroe County has a free, federally funded Victim Serving Agency to support those in need. Help spread awareness by requesting a free purple bow to display at your home or business.

  • Request a Bow: Text or call 423-519-1232, or email advocatemonroe@gmail.com.

Paint the Town Purple: #PutTheNailInIt

  • What: Paint a fingernail purple in October to show support for ending domestic violence.

  • How: Post photos of your purple nails on our Facebook page (@MonroeSTOPe) with the hashtag #PutTheNailinIt.

  • Why: Silence allows domestic violence to thrive. Taking this vow opens critical dialogue about domestic violence and shows support for survivors.

  • Take the Vow: “I vow to help end domestic violence and the silence surrounding it by painting my fingernail purple.”

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Ribbon Cutting: Walking Trail
Aug
2
12:00 PM12:00

Ribbon Cutting: Walking Trail

Join us on Friday, August 2 at 12:15 p.m as we gather with the Monroe County Health Department to celebrate the successful completion of the facility’s new walking path and pollinator garden. This project is one of many Monroe County Health Council CARES Grant initiatives that have positively transformed our communities in the past year.

We invite everyone to be a part of this special occasion. This event will provide an opportunity to recognize the hard work and dedication of all those involved in executing these projects, including our talented team, community leaders, and the Tennessee Department of Health, which provided the necessary funding.

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Emma's Hike Kick Off Event
May
1
to May 31

Emma's Hike Kick Off Event

  • Kefauver Park 1 Mile Loop (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us May 1st at Kefauver Park for our kick off event for Emma’s Hike which takes place during the entire month of May. For more info visit: Emma's Hike

Be sure to attend for your chance to snag one of our exclusive giveaways, available in limited quantities, for participants that have preregistered or register at the kick off.

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Spring DEA National Drug Take-Back Day 2024
Apr
27
10:00 AM10:00

Spring DEA National Drug Take-Back Day 2024

  • Locations in Madisonville, Sweetwater, Tellico Plains, & Vonore (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. On Saturday, April 27th, the PWC, in partnership with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and local law enforcement, will provide the public the opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. We will also have sharps containers for sharp disposal but space is limited for these items. Bring your pills for disposal. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. Bring your unused or expired medications for safe & proper disposal to the following drive-thru locations:

Madisonville Carnival at the Park, Madisonville 12:00-4:00pm

Little Drug, Sweetwater 10:00-2:00pm

Ramp Festival, Tellico Plains Community Center 10:00-2:00pm

Kahite Clubhouse, Vonore 10:00-2:00pm

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Training: In Her Shoes
Apr
24
1:00 PM13:00

Training: In Her Shoes

  • Monroe County Justice Center in the Training Room (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join CASA, Monroe STOPe, and the Monroe County Health Council for the free In Her Shoes training training at the Justice Center next week!

This unique training experience promotes a better understanding of the challenges faced when someone attempts to leave an abusive relationship. We hope this opportunity provides knowledge and encourages consideration when serving our communities, specifically the population of locals affected by domestic violence.

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Priority Area: Domestic Violence Advocacy-Working Committee Meeting
Mar
14
2:30 PM14:30

Priority Area: Domestic Violence Advocacy-Working Committee Meeting

Domestic Violence: Monday, March 14th @ 2:30 pm via Zoom ((Zoom Info: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85830137932?pwd=c3cyMU1BRS9md2pUQ1g3OUF6eEFhdz09

Meeting ID: 858 3013 7932 Email hmrhymesmchc@gmail.com for password.

Calling all community members! We hope to grow the capacity of our group by involving more sectors of our community through working committees. Working committee members do not have to be on the Board of Directors and help progress the efforts of the council and ensure programming aligns with the vision and mission of our agency. These meetings are specific to each of our priority areas, so find an area of interest to you and join us.

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Priority Area: Diabetes Awareness & Support-Working Committee Meeting
Feb
22
11:30 AM11:30

Priority Area: Diabetes Awareness & Support-Working Committee Meeting

  • Monroe County Health Council (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Diabetes Support Committee: February 22nd @ 11:00 am via Zoom ((request Zoom link from Rebecca Layman alayman@utk.edu))

Calling all community members! We hope to grow the capacity of our group by involving more sectors of our community through working committees. Working committee members do not have to be on the Board of Directors and help progress the efforts of the council and ensure programming aligns with the vision and mission of our agency. These meetings are specific to each of our priority areas, so find an area of interest to you and join us.

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Memory Lane Lunch & Learn Narcan Training & Distribution
Feb
10
11:30 AM11:30

Memory Lane Lunch & Learn Narcan Training & Distribution

Are you or a loved one a senior citizen who is at risk for accidental overdose? Senior citizens can have trouble remembering if they’ve already taken a medication and wind up taking multiple doses, risking an overdose. Join us for a Narcan Training & Distribution at Cora Veal on February 10th at 11:30 am.

Registration is REQUIRED. Email gabbie.mchc@gmail.com to register.

There is a virtual option available to join as well: Zoom Meeting Info: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2641621081 Meeting ID: 264 162 1081 NO PASSWORD NECESSARY

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Priority Area: Access to Care-Working Committee Meeting
Feb
10
8:00 AM08:00

Priority Area: Access to Care-Working Committee Meeting

  • Monroe County Health Council (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Access to Care: Thursday, Feb 10th @ 8:00 am via Zoom ((request meeting info from Dr. Levin barbl11@aol.com))

Calling all community members! We hope to grow the capacity of our group by involving more sectors of our community through working committees. Working committee members do not have to be on the Board of Directors and help progress the efforts of the council and ensure programming aligns with the vision and mission of our agency. These meetings are specific to each of our priority areas, so find an area of interest to you and join us.

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Priority Area: Crime & Substance Abuse Prevention-Working Committee Meeting
Feb
9
1:00 PM13:00

Priority Area: Crime & Substance Abuse Prevention-Working Committee Meeting

  • Monroe County Health Council (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Crime & Substance Abuse Prevention: Wednesday, Feb 9th @ 1:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84520108698
Meeting ID: 845 2010 8698
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,84520108698# US (Washington DC)

Calling all community members! We hope to grow the capacity of our group by involving more sectors of our community through working committees. Working committee members do not have to be on the Board of Directors and help progress the efforts of the council and ensure programming aligns with the vision and mission of our agency. These meetings are specific to each of our priority areas, so find an area of interest to you and join us.

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Priority Area: Nutrition & Fitness-Working Committee Meeting
Feb
7
2:00 PM14:00

Priority Area: Nutrition & Fitness-Working Committee Meeting

Fitness & Nutrition: Monday, Feb 7th @ 2:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/3844868866?pwd=MGNyQjZ5ZGs3bFZ5VXlPRlR0MWhPUT09
Meeting ID: 384 486 8866 Email hmrhymesmchc@gmail.com

Calling all community members! We hope to grow the capacity of our group by involving more sectors of our community through working committees. Working committee members do not have to be on the Board of Directors and help progress the efforts of the council and ensure programming aligns with the vision and mission of our agency. These meetings are specific to each of our priority areas, so find an area of interest to you and join us.

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Santa Shoppe for Kids benefiting the MCHC
Dec
11
12:00 PM12:00

Santa Shoppe for Kids benefiting the MCHC

  • Monroe County Health Council (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come and shop with us at the Downtown Madisonville Christmas Festival in the old City Hall/CASA building. Designed for kids in mind, they can shop affordable gifts for their friends and loved ones. Volunteers will be available to help them shop so they can shop to surprise if needed.

Proceeds benefit the MCHC.

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Internet Safety Training
May
6
6:30 PM18:30

Internet Safety Training

StreetHopeTN is teaming up with Cup Runneth Over Coffeehouse, the Monroe County Health Council, and Monroe STOPe to provide an internet safety training for parents, caregivers, and youth service providers. Topics of discussion will include gaming, social media platforms, chromebooks, and resources that may be considered viable options to enhance internet safety for children.

Register through EventBrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/internet-safety-training-tickets-149756703331

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