Mission and Vision Statements

Mission: To improve the health and safety of individuals and families in Wayne County through comprehensive, community-wide strategies that reduce and prevent youth and adult substance use, assure treatment services are available and accessible for all, and promote long-term recovery for everyone.

Vision: The Wayne County Recovery Coalition (WCRC) envisions Wayne County, Georgia as a safe and healthy place for youth and families to thrive and live life substance free.

Coalition Information

The Wayne County Recovery Coalition (WCRC) was established in 2019 to develop an integrated healthcare network for community collaboration to tackle the opioid use disorder (OUD) and substance use disorder (SUD) crisis. At that time, several studies indicated that the rate of opioid overdoses in persons over the age of 20 in Wayne County, Georgia was among the highest in the state. In 2020, the WCRC was awarded a grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) to address the opioid epidemic. In 2023, the WCRC was awarded the Drug Free Communities Support Program to address youth substance misuse. To learn more about the History of the WCRC, visit our About the WCRC page.

Upcoming Meetings

Coalition Meetings:
  • October 8, 2024
  • November 12, 2024
  • December 10, 2024
Join Our Committees:
  • Alcohol Response Team
  • Fentanyl Response Team
  • Tobacco Response Team

WCRC Blogs

WCRC blogs are essential for the coalition as they educate the community about substance misuse, prevention, their effects, and available resources in the community.

 

Our blog will raise awareness of WCRC’s efforts and successes, upcoming events, work plan activities, and dispel substance misuse myths. By sharing stories of prevention and recovery challenges, our blogs will create a supportive community.

 

They will engage community members through discussions and feedback, strengthening connections and building a network of support. We look forward to helping the coalition connect with the community and fulfill its mission of prevention, treatment, and recovery.

 

 

 

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The Wayne County Recovery Coalition is a community-wide coalition aimed at reducing substance misuse and connecting those seeking recovery and in long-term recovery to local resources in Wayne County, GA.

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Reactions to disaster can be intense, but recovery is possible. With time, support, and self-care, most people find their way back to resilience and strength. #mentalhealth #HurricaneHelene ... See MoreSee Less

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Hurricane Help Cleanup Hotline: 844-965-1386Can connect you with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups, and faith communities. Service is free, but not guaranteed due to overwhelming need. The hotline will remain open through October 25th. Cannot help with food, shelter, insurance, or questions regarding government emergency aid. Wayne: City of Jesup will be placing dumpsters in three locations: Cracker Williams Jaycee Stadium Farmers MarketThey are open to the public and are for HOUSEHOLD TRASH ONLY not storm debris ... See MoreSee Less
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💜 Join Us in Supporting Our Community! 💜Our collaborative partner, LIFE, is now offering--Memory Café – a welcoming place for individuals experiencing memory loss and their caregivers to come together in a relaxed, social setting. Memory Cafés provide an opportunity for connection, activities, and meaningful conversations in a safe and supportive environment.The first Memory Café event will be held on October 17th from 1pm to 3pm, and volunteers are needed to help make it a success! If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is a great way to give back.📞 Volunteer sign-up: Call 912.385.2214Let’s create a positive impact together! 🤝#MemoryCafe #VolunteerOpportunity #CommunitySupport #WayneCountyFamilyConnection #LIFE ... See MoreSee Less

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