Episode 40: Sergeant Natalie Hill w/ The Greenville County Sheriff's Office

16/12/2024 22 min

                    Episode 40: Sergeant Natalie Hill w/ The Greenville County Sheriff's Office

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Episode Synopsis







In this episode, host Philip Clark interviews Sergeant Natalie Hill, a 25-year veteran of law enforcement who currently works in the Community Services Division of the Greenville County Sheriff's Office. The conversation focuses on community safety, opioid prevention, and the Power Collective's efforts to address substance use disorder.
Key Highlights
Sergeant Hill's Background

28 years in law enforcement
Joined Greenville County Sheriff's Office in June 2001
Transitioned from uniform patrol to Community Services Division after 6-7 years
Currently oversees the opioid prevention program

Community Safety Initiatives

Provides church safety workshops
Addresses increasing active shooter risks in religious settings
Conducts safety assessments for churches
Trains safety teams on protecting congregations
Emphasizes proactive safety measures and self-protection

Opioid Prevention and the Power Collective

Works with Just Say Something and the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund
Focuses on substance use disorder prevention
Highlights that substance use does not discriminate (affects all ages, races, and socioeconomic groups)
Provides Narcan training and distribution
Hosts awareness events, including:

Red Ribbon Week (October)
Annual Fentanyl Awareness and Prevention Night
Invites families affected by substance use to share experiences



Community Engagement Opportunities

Available for community events and educational programs
Upcoming events include:

April: Alcohol Prevention Month
August: N...