• Prevention
     Portal

    The GCPC Partners in Prevention Portal allows you to locate a service or service provider. Partner with us in creating a healthier Genesee County! Discover vital resources, connect with prevention services, and join a community dedicated to positive change. Explore our portal today and be part of the solution.

  • One Choice

    The Genesee County Prevention Coalition (GCPC) is proud to support the One Choice initiative, a data-driven, youth-led prevention message developed by the Institute for Behavior and Health. This initiative promotes the health standard of no use of alcohol, nicotine, marijuana, or other drugs by youth under 21, emphasizing that youth substance use is not inevitable and that making One Choice leads to healthier outcomes.

  • #ENDMenthol

    Supporting cessation in African-American communities. Join a community of strong, determined individuals who have taken the bold step to quit smoking menthol. Your story is powerful—share it with others who are ready to break free and live healthier lives.

  • "Talk.
     They Hear You." ®

    SAMHSA’s national youth substance use prevention campaign helps parents and caregivers, educators, and community members get informed, be prepared, and take action to prevent underage drinking and other substance use.

Prevention
Portal

The GCPC Partners in Prevention Portal allows you to locate a service or service provider.Partner with us in creating a healthier Genesee County! Discover vital resources, connect with prevention services, and join a community dedicated to positive change. Explore our portal today and be part of the solution

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One Choice
The Genesee County Prevention Coalition (GCPC) is proud to support the One Choice initiative, a data-driven, youth-led prevention message developed by the Institute for Behavior and Health. This initiative promotes the health standard of no use of alcohol, nicotine, marijuana, or other drugs by youth under 21, emphasizing that youth substance use is not inevitable and that making One Choice leads to healthier outcomes.
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#ENDMenthol
Supporting cessation in African-American communities. Join a community of strong, determined individuals who have taken the bold step to quit smoking menthol. Your story is powerful—share it with others who are ready to break free and live healthier lives.
Learn More
Talk. They
Hear You. ®
SAMHSA’s national youth substance use prevention campaign helps parents and caregivers, educators, and community members get informed, be prepared, and take action to prevent underage drinking and other substance use.
Learn More

What We Do

At Genesee County Prevention Coalition, we are a diverse group of individuals and organizations working together to prevent and reduce mental health and substance use disorders. We believe in our responsibility to ensure healthy, safe, and productive lives for all Genesee County residents. By assessing community needs, building capacity, planning strategically, implementing effective programs, and continuously improving our efforts, we provide essential information and resources to support the well-being of our community through innovative strategies and partnerships.

PARTNERSHIP

Community coalitions are increasingly used as a vehicle to foster improvements in community health.

PREVENTION

Effective prevention involves a diverse community of partners, data-based plan creation, and understanding and applying prevention research.

RECOVERY

A process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.

Mission Statement:

To improve behavioral health through innovative strategies and community partnerships to prevent substance use and mental health disorders impacting Genesee County youth and adults.

GCPC Environmental Study

Over the past decade, marijuana has become the most popular substance among youth in Genesee County, overtaking alcohol since recreational use was legalized. Between 2018 and 2022, marijuana use among 11th graders rose from 23.7% to 24.9%, while alcohol and prescription drug use saw lower rates. This shift is linked to a growing perception among teens that marijuana isn’t as risky as once thought, coupled with less disapproval from parents and peers. The increased availability of marijuana through retail stores and advertising is also playing a major role in this trend.

To better understand these dynamics, an observational study was conducted from May to August 2023 as part of the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) grant. The study focused on 27 marijuana retail stores across Genesee County, examining both the risks and protective factors they pose to the community. 

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march, 2025

4mar9:00 am- 10:30 amUnderage Drinking Awareness Workgroup

11mar8:30 am- 10:00 amGCPC Monthly Meeting

18mar9:00 am- 10:30 amPrescription Drug Misuse Awareness Workgroup

20mar3:00 pm- 5:00 pmBoard Meeting

25mar9:00 am- 10:30 amMarijuana/Vaping Awareness Workgroup

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Contact Us

810-285-9047

G4428 Fenton Rd.
Flint, Michigan 48507

info@theGCPC.org

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Genesee County Prevention Coalition. Funding provided by a grant from MDHHS and Region 10 PIHP
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