For 2024, the Children's System of Care (CSOC) will be providing Summer Camp Services to eligible children, youth, and young adults under 21 years of age. These services include Financial Support toward Summer Camp Tuition and One-to-One Aide Services for Summer Camp.

Any individual employed at least 20 hours per week at a business or non-profit is eligible for free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at Bergen Community College.

Comfort Zone Camp serves children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, primary caregiver, or friend. Children ages 7-17 can join us for a weekend of activities at our sleepover camp including games, swimming, arts and crafts, and Healing Circles led by mental health professionals.

Get $120 for groceries with help from NJ Summer EBT!

Join the YWCA of Northern NJ's healingSPACE for a number of events in April to acknowledge Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Please see attached flyer for our upcoming events and links to register!

Strengthening Families programs starting in March. We will be implementing two curriculums. A 7 week program in Hackensack for  families with youth between the ages of 6-11

The program includes an educational component for parents and caregivers.

During this free virtual series by A Mindful Village, Dr. Peter Montminy will talk about children's mental health, dealing with defiant and disruptive behaviors, helping your child manage intense emotions and more!

Every Saturday in April join the Bergen County American Dream First Time Homebuyer Program and participating banks involved with the program for free online webinars on homeownership.

Family Support Organization of Bergen County Youth Partnership Meet and Greet for Youth ages 11 to 21

TeamUP Counseling is offering a 6-week Baking Workshop for youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities with a passion or interest in baking. Transportation can be provided during the time of the group based on capacity and eligibility. Free or reduced payment plans may be available for some county residents

April 22-June 22
Afterschool STEM enrichment classes for 3rd to 8th-grade girls, that teach science, financial literacy, and learning to code at all levels. With supply kits mailed to students' homes and Chromebooks to borrow if needed, this is a full-year virtual program that helps students build skills that contribute to academic success while in small group classes with teachers and friends. Small tuition fee, or free to all who income qualify.

Free 7-week family program for parents and kids, ages 10-14.

Join us for an informative and engaging free webinar for caregivers and educators. This webinar will provide information on navigating conversations around loneliness and social isolation with kids. The presenters will discuss the double edged sword of social media and how it keeps people connected but also can increase social isolation, promoting connection to the school community, and fostering belonging in the larger community. Don't miss it! This event is open to all New Jersey caregivers, including educators and mental health professionals.

The Family Support Organization of Bergen County (FSOBC) provides support, advocacy and education to families and caregivers of children with emotional/behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities and substance challenges.

Join us to learn about Medicaid benefits/services and preventative health screenings.

Join us as we raise awareness regarding mental health challenges and provide available resources to our youth and schools. 

This workshop will encourage parents and professionals to explore the meanings behind behaviors. Attendees learn about temperament, examine challenging behaviors, consider responses to behaviors, and understand the difference between discipline and punishment. Presenter Jillian Faulks, Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey and Child Wellness Institute ChildWIN

Parenting an adult with intellectual and /or developmental disabilities presents unique challenges, as well as many joys. Join other parents/caregivers and laugh, cry and learn as you share your lived experiences. The support meetings are facilitated by Lauren Lavelle, a parent coach and special education teacher.

Parents Inc. presents:

Just For Me Parents Support Group!

The Children's Interagency Coordinating Council of Bergen County (CIACC) is a monthly meeting of Bergen-based child serving mental/behavioral health organizations, school professionals, county agencies, and interested members of the public.   Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 9 AM using the meeting URL provided on the CIACC page .

Parent support for caregivers/parents of youth 14 years and older with developmental and other disabilities. The group is facilitated by a parent and professional in the field of disabilities. A group of supportive parents who understand the joys and challenges of raising a child with unique needs.

Join us for an informative and engaging free webinar for caregivers and educators. This webinar will provide information on Mental Health Awareness Month and co-occurring disorders. The presenters will discuss the awareness of co-occurring disorders, what they are and why they are important, and treatment options for co-occurring disorders. Don't miss it! This event is open to all New Jersey caregivers, including educators and mental health professionals.

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) can be a confusing topic for both professionals and survivors. How is it diagnosed, and what can one expect in terms of recovery and treatment? In this webinar, we will xplore the somewhat complicated definition of mTBI; Better understand how diagnosis is established via assessment; and discuss course of recovery and treatment.