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.

Keeping Babies & Children in Mind
Professional Training and Support for the Promotion of
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
ANNOUNCING FREE WORKSHOPS IN INFANT & EARLY CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH

Keeping Babies & Children in Mind
Professional Training and Support for the Promotion of
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
ANNOUNCING FREE WORKSHOPS IN INFANT & EARLY CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH

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

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!

Calling all teen entrepreneurs! Come to Cresskill, NJ to showcase your craft for others to see.

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

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.

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

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.

FREE one day conference for families and professionals. Topics to be covered include Early Intervention, social emotional health, assistive technology, advocacy, and preschool special education. Click here to view the flyer.

To be held May 13-14 from 8am-4pm at the Hilton Hasbrouck Heights 650 Terrace Ave Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

Shot Callers is organizing basketball tryouts for girls in the 6th grade (5th grade qualifies as well). This will be an AAU girls league for the summer in the Bergen County Area.

Mental Health First Aid is an 8 hour course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges amongst adults or youth.

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 at our sleepover camp for a weekend of activities including games, swimming, arts and crafts, and Healing Circles led by mental health professionals.

The Howell Alliance is hosting a QPR suicide prevention training at 7 pm. The training is being held in support of May Is Mental Health Awareness Month. Participants will receive a QPR Gatekeeper Certificate. Pre-registration is necessary.

Join us for a day full of learning and fun, while connecting with other students throughout the county! 

FREE TO BERGEN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND ADULT CHAPERONES!

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.

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.

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.