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We’re excited to announce that the NIC is part of the 2026 C3 Cohort!👏 Over the next several months, we’ll be working alongside coalitions across West Virginia to strengthen leadership, expand prevention efforts, and continue building healthier, stronger communities. We’re proud to be part of a network dedicated to creating positive change across the state. 🤝 🧡 #bettertogether #coalition #vision #community

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚 At the Nicholas Intervention Coalition (NIC), we’re committed to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and connecting our community with life-changing resources. Throughout the month of May, we’ll be sharing valuable content from SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration), including toolkits, articles, expert guidance, and helpful resources designed to support individuals, families, and communities. Make sure to st

#NationalPreventionWeek is a platform that promotes new ideas and initiatives to help keep communities healthy & safe. Join us as we celebrate the substance use prevention and well-being efforts happening nationwide! Learn more: samhsa.gov/prevention-week

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ The Stigma Free WV Training is coming to Summersville on April 24 at 6:00 PM at Zela Elementary School.This free event is a great opportunity for families and community members to: 🍽 Enjoy free food 🎨 Participate in activities for parents & kids 🤝 Learn about local prevention, treatment, intervention, and recovery resources Let’s work together to create a stigma-free community. We’d love to see you there! #StigmaFreeWV #NicholasCountyWV #CommunityS

2026 Point in Time Count, taking place on Wednesday, January 28, at 4 pm, The Recovery Committee is leading the initiative in Nicholas County. The Point in Time Count provides vital information about the experiences and needs of people facing homelessness in West Virginia. Your participation helps ensure that our communities receive accurate data that informs services, funding, and solutions. Volunteers are essential to making this count possible, and we welcome individuals

Starting the conversation early matters. Kids today face more pressure and exposure than ever before, and your voice as a parent or guardian is one of the strongest protective factors they have. Open, honest discussions help build trust, promote healthy choices, and empower them to navigate challenges with confidence. Let’s work together to keep our kids informed, supported, and safe. #PreventionStartsWithYou #TalkEarlyTalkOften #HealthyKidsHealthyFuture #NIC

The effects of underage drinking go far beyond a single bad decision. It can lead to drug use, poor grades, risky sexual behavior, injuries, and even loss of life. 💔 As parents, mentors, and community members, we can help by talking openly, setting clear boundaries, and being strong role models. Let’s work together to protect our youth, support their growth, and give them every reason to say “no” to alcohol. 💙 #ProtectOurYouth #PreventionMatters

Parents and mentors — your influence matters! Stay involved, set clear boundaries, and model healthy choices. Together, we can help our kids make strong, alcohol-free decisions. #PreventionStartsAtHome #NIC #awareness #youth

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the organizations that made Save a Life Day possible, including Nicholas County...

Save the date! The Nicholas Intervention Coalition is partnering with Community Connections, Inc. and the Nicholas County Community...

As of August 6, 2025 , Nicholas County has officially joined the West Virginia Goes Purple movement in honor of National Recovery Month...

We are reaching out to better understand the training needs of mental health professionals who work with adolescents. Your feedback will...

The Nicholas Intervention Coalition Recovery Subcommittee is hosting a candlelight vigil at the pavilion in Summersville. August 31st...

Join us as Nicholas County officially signs the West Virginia Goes Purple proclamation in support of recovery, awareness, and hope across...