The Follow Our Lead (FOL) coalition strives to support Parker County by providing tools that assist people to make choices that create life-time champions. FOL’s efforts to heighten the knowledge of alcohol and drug misuse risks, adverse effects, and integration of community resources for continued prevention efforts. The coalition advocates for healthy lifestyle choices through the promotion of strength-based empowerment to grow personal and social responsibility.
Katherine Neale-Thomas, LMSW, CPS
FOL's Program Director
Katherine Neale-Thomas holds a Masters in Social Work, Bachelors in Rehabilitation Studies with a Minor in Substance Use prevention. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker and Certified Prevention Specialist.
Message from the Director
Katherine's Korner
"Parker County has been welcoming and helpful from the moment I started at FOL on the Weatherford College campus in 2017. This couldn't be a better community to be a part of!"
Reasons to join FOL.
1) Help promote health, wellness, and resiliency among fellow Coyotes.
2) Assist in building community partners.
3) Key player in the planning of events.
4) Connection and involvement.
Interested in joining FOL? Scan the QRCode to sign up. If you have additional questions email me directly at katherine@challengetc.org.
What is a Coalition?
A coalition is a collaborative effort among various sectors of a community, united in their commitment to work together toward a shared goal of creating a safe, healthy, and drug-free environment.
What does Follow Our Lead (FOL) do?
EDUCATES COMMUNITY
- Drug Trends
- Vaping, THC, & Edibles
- Fentanyl Awareness & Naloxone Training
- "Hidden in Plain Sight" Exhibit
ENGAGES COMMUNITY
- Town Hall Meetings
- Events & Ad Campaigns
- Outreach Programs
- Social Media
- Encourage Positive Connections
EMPOWERS COMMUNITY
- with knowledge, skills and confidence to build a resilient, drug-free community.
KEY LOCAL SPONSORSHIPS
- Weatherford PD Back-to-School Bash
- Weatherford College Athletics
- Parker County Chamber of Commerce
Know the FACTS
It’s a fact…
In 2023, approximately 85.4% of adolescents age 12 to 20 reported to NOT have consumed alcohol in the past 30 days.
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It’s a fact...
In 2023, 88.8% (22.99 million) reported to NOT have used dugs or other illicit substances in the past year.
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It’s a fact…
Nicotine vaping saw a decline in 2023 among both 10th- and 12th-graders (18% and 23%, respectively).
For more information:
ONLY take pills prescribed to you and purchased from a pharmacy.
FAKE PILLS can change your life FOREVER.
Naloxone Saves Lives
Trauma Informed YOGA for Mental & Physical Health
The Daily Well Community Series
In partnership with Challenge of Tarrant County, this program is a FREE, on demand self-care yoga series designed to relieve symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout or simply the everyday stresses of life.
Lauren Wessinger
- ERYT - 500 Yoga Instructor
- Certified Mindfulness Instructor
Shawn Kent, MA, LPC
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- RYT - 200 Yoga Instructor
Mahogany Wilson, LCSW
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Instructor
Karmen Morales
- RYT, Forrest Yoga Instructor
- Mama to two incredible boys
Alcohol Calculators
Blood Alcohol Content
Blood Alcohol Content, or BAC, refers to the percentage of alcohol in a person's bloodstream, and can be measured within 30-70 minutes after drinking. Contrary to popular belief, nothing can lower BAC except time; coffee, cold showers, and chugging glasses of water will not help you sober up any faster. Curious what your BAC might be? Use
Blood Alcohol Content, or BAC, refers to the percentage of alcohol in a person's bloodstream, and can be measured within 30-70 minutes after drinking. Contrary to popular belief, nothing can lower BAC except time; coffee, cold showers, and chugging glasses of water will not help you sober up any faster. Curious what your BAC might be? Use our calculator to estimate, but don't forget that everyone metabolizes alcohol (beer, wine, liquor) differently. Our calculator can give you an approximate BAC level, but do not rely upon it to determine if you're fit to drive or work. National Institute of Health
https://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/Tools/calculators/calorie-calculator.aspx
Alcohol Calorie Counter
Alcohol beverages supply calories but few nutrients and may contribute to unwanted weight gain. If you need to lose weight, looking at your drinking may be a good place to start.
In the calculator below, indicate your average number of drinks of choice per week. The calculator will show you the calories you consume per week from alcohol be
Alcohol beverages supply calories but few nutrients and may contribute to unwanted weight gain. If you need to lose weight, looking at your drinking may be a good place to start.
In the calculator below, indicate your average number of drinks of choice per week. The calculator will show you the calories you consume per week from alcohol beverages. National Institute of Health
https://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/Tools/calculators/calorie-calculator.aspx
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Alcohol Spending Calculator
Alcohol Spending Calculator
Do you know how much money you’re spending on alcohol each week, month, or year? Over time, costs can add up quickly! Use this calculator to figure out your average spending on alcohol per week, month, and year. National Institute of Health
https://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/Tools/Calculators/Alcohol-Spending-Calculator.aspx