Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing
October 7, 2024
One Voice of Hunterdon was proud to support the Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce golf outing on 10/7/24. The Chamber is a wonderful partner in prevention!
All participants received information on the importance of the New Jersey 911 Lifeline Legislation and 988 Suicide Crisis Hotline.
Save A Life Day
September 26, 2024
Thanks to all of our partners today who participated in SAVE A LIFE DAY, where all the states East of the Mississippi River (and a few beyond) powered up the largest day of naloxone distribution to date: Steve's Food Store, Loew and Patel Orthodontics, HealthQuest, Chimney Rock, Fox Lumber, Bridge Cafe, Goldbergs Bagel, Sunken Silo, Chez Daniel, Habitat for Humanity Restore Clinton, Lambertville City Hall, Lambertville Library, Union Coffee Shop, JD's Wine and Spirits, and Black River Roasters. Special shout out to our One Voice Steering Committee members for helping to get the word and Narcan out in this life saving effort!
One Voice Steering Committee Meeting
September 23, 2024 - One Voice staff and community leaders convened for the bi-monthly steering committee meeting. We look forward to working together in the prevention areas of fentanyl/opioids; binge drinking, and vaping substances to provide a safer environment for our youth. A new initiative in our prevention programming is to utilize Virtual Reality goggles which depict overdoses and the administration of life saving Naloxone. In addition, we thank our steering committee members for helping to distribute free Narcan throughout the county for SAVE A LIFE DAY on 9/26/24. Thanks to all who participated. For more information on joining One Voice coalition contact info@onevoicehc.com.
Sunday 9/22/24 - Raritan Township Community Day
One Voice had a hOWLing good time at Raritan Township Community Day! The One Voice Owl made a spectacular debut engaging with kids of all ages to 'Make Wise Choices'. Our staff loved meeting over 500 people to talk about prevention, wellness, stress relief and engage with kids to Name the One Voice Owl!
200 Club of Hunterdon County and Hunterdon County Police Chiefs Association annual fundraiser
September 20, 2024
One Voice was proud to participate in the 200 Club of Hunterdon County and Hunterdon County Police Chiefs Association annual fundraiser. The 200 Club provides financial assistance, scholarships and valor recognition to law enforcement, fire and emergency service personnel and their families. One Voice works closely with law enforcement, and we value the partnership with the Police Chiefs Association who share information to address the local substance use issues in Hunterdon County. One Voice distributed information on the 911 Lifeline legislation to all participants.
One Voice of Hunterdon was proud to support the Shannon Daley Memorial Fund
One Voice of Hunterdon was proud to support the Shannon Daley Memorial Fund on September 16, 2024. The Shannon Daley Memorial Fund was founded on the idea of service and assistance- to help local families who are facing financial difficulties due to a child facing serious illness. Attending the event were One Voice staff members Lesley Gabel and Peggy Dowd, along with One Voice Board members Kim Blanda and Paul McGill. One Voice was able to disseminate information about the importance of the New Jersey 911 Lifeline Legislation to all 160 attendees.
One Voice of Hunterdon Named National Blue Ribbon Coalition
One Voice of Hunterdon is extremely proud to announce that it has been named a 2024 Blue Ribbon Coalition by CADCA and the Office of National Drug Control Policy. (ONDCP)
One Voice was one of only eleven coalitions in the country to receive this honor in 2024.
In conferring the recognition, CADCA stated, “This serves as a testament to a coalition’s commitment to proven practices and positive outcomes that transform communities.” The Blue-Ribbon Coalition Initiative offers coalitions national recognition for their significant contributions to community-level substance use outcomes.
Reflecting on the honor, One Voice Executive Director Lesley Gabel said, “This award acknowledges the power of collaboration and our unwavering commitment to reducing substance misuse. It reinforces the value of the proven strategies we implement and strengthens our resolve to continue making a lasting, positive impact. We are deeply grateful for this national recognition and excited to push forward in our mission to build healthier and safer communities here in Hunterdon County, NJ.”
One Voice of Hunterdon is a prevention agency focused on reducing substance misuse and promoting mental health among adolescents and young adults in Hunterdon County.
September 7, 2024 - Flemington Salsa Night
One Voice staff Amy Torres and Evelyn Blas enjoyed being at Flemington's Salsa Night on 9/7/24, a wonderful event for the community to support Hunterdon Helpline. We talked with over 100 adults and kids combined about some of the challenges of substance use among youth and the importance of disposing of unused and expired medications.
8/27/24 - Readington Township National Night Out
One Voice was proud to sponsor the Readington Township National Night Out. Many township families showed up to support the police and their community. We talked with over 140 families about important prevention messages such as the 911 Lifeline Legislation.
August 13, 2024 - Town of Clinton - National Night Out
Over 200 people attended Town of Clinton's National Night Out and One Voice was grateful to take part and engage with so many community members! Thanks Ross Traphagen and Courtney Cromie for including and representing One Voice! National Night Out is a national community building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships. The Clinton Police Department, Clinton Fire Department, and South Branch Emergency Services hosted this great event.
