FUN, FAST & FREE developmental screening for children 2 months to age 5!
Offered multiple times, pick the one that works for you!

November 19th, 10am or 6pm and  December 15, 10am or 6pm
Gift Card Raffle for those who complete a screening!

Presenter, Christine Mohle, LCSW, provides a one-hour presentation on the impact of stress on families in the new world as well as strategies on how to manage it.

This is an exciting opportunity to dive deep into racial equity and social justice.  Join our 21-Day Racial Equity and Social Justice Challenge - You can join at anytime up to the end of 2020 - you will start with Week 1!  Don't miss it!  

A compilation of local, state and national resources to support preventing and responding to prejudice, racism and facilitating social justice, social consciousness, humanity and unity in our community (homes, schools, health care practices, organizations).

Do you have a loved one who is struggling with a substance use disorder? This Saturday program is designed as an educational program for those who have loved ones struggling with active addiction.

The Mourning Meeting is a podcast dedicated to young adults. Interviews include information about grieving at college, pandemic grief, advanced directives for young adults, suicide loss, and much more.

There are support groups available 7 days a week which include: School Nurses, Stress Reduction and Coping Strategies, LGBTQ+, Spanish Speaking, Pregnancy during Pandemic,  Parenting through the Pandemic, Single Parents, Healthcare Workers, Decompress and Disconnect-for work from home professionals, College Students, Women of Wisdom/Faith Base

The project intends to create an avenue for public expression through art, measuring the pulse of public opinion and sentiment across relevant topics affecting our community today. The written responses of people to questions posted by the artist will be woven into sculptural textile artworks, keeping a tangible record of public expression that can later be exhibited and talked about.

As the school year begins, there are many new challenges being faced by parents and children trying to navigate remote learning.Without the same support systems that are typically in place there are additional layers of complexity in addressing behavioral challenges in students.

Paper art, jewelry design, and ceramics classes

A free program for children in Second and Third grade, teaches important life and social skills by using puppets in “real life” situations experienced by a children’s soccer team.

Virtual activity based counseling group for children 10-13 NOW with optional parent information group

Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm
Mental Health Anonymous is a start up non-profit organization that provides support groups for those suffering with mental illness. The support groups aim to provide free knowledge, education and awareness, and coping skills in order for those struggling to have a better life.

Through FEMA and SAMHSA, NJ Hope and Healing and MHA of Essex and Morris are able to provide free crisis counseling to New Jerseyans emotionally struggling with the impact of COVID-19. We are offering free crisis counseling by virtual support groups (via Zoom) and individual phone sessions.

STEMgirls' Winter Session starts in November! We provide free online classes for girls in grades 3-8 that focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. All supplies are provided!

PFLAG Jersey Shore, Ocean Partnership for Children & Ocean County Family Support Organization are proud to offer… LGBTQ Youth and Family Support Group Every Wednesday of every month For More information contact: [email protected]

8-week virtual therapy group led by Emily and Emily, starting Thursday, October 29th. This group is for adults over 40 with chronic medical conditions struggling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Time/hour listed is approximate. Fee is $10 per session. Please e-mail the completed interest survey to [email protected]

Hemos desarrollado un taller para poder entender como funcionan nuestros mecanismos mentales y aprender a controlar nuestra ansiedad/

Este es un taller de Intervención y Ayuda para apoyarte a superar una adicción.

Pandemic Parenting Strategies is a forum created for African American/Black parents to meet with a behavior/mental health practitioner to discuss the impact of COVID-19, racism and virtual learning plans. Explore practical solutions to support Black children, while preparing them for the world they will one day inherit. Most importantly we will identify resources and networks to help manage our own emotional and mental stress.

Creative Healing is a therapeutic modality that combines powerful counseling techniques along with art-making to help improve emotional, mental health, promoting self-regulation.

This free program supports children of parents with addiction so they learn they are not alone, they didn't cause it, they can't cure it, but they can cope with it.

This 6-week workshop will help you better manage your diabetes and is also ideal for folks who are pre-diabetic or care for someone who has diabetes.

Caregivers and families are invited to register for a free 3 part educational and interactive series offered by the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey: Adjustment to Brain Injury, presented by Mandi Zucker, MSW, Education Facilitator. These workshops are geared towards providing education and support and will be offered via Zoom conferencing. You are welcome to attend all three sessions, or one(s) of your choice: Spaces are limited, so register today.

Food will be distributed until we run out.

 Zoom meeting:  ,What about the Siblings? A discussion about Siblings of Individuals with Disabilities.  Presenter: Kristen Sellix, MSW, LCSW, Co-Founder SIBS NJ.  Tuesday, December 2, 2020 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time 

TRAUMATIC LOSS COALITIONS FOR YOUTH
17th Annual Suicide Prevention Conference
Topic: “Reaching for Hope”

Cost of Conference: $49

Virtual Hill Briefing Convened by National Health Collaborative on Violence and Abuse, Futures Without Violence, Elder Justice Coalition, and Alzheimer’s Association and the Alzheimer's Impact Movement

Join RWJF Director of New Jersey Grantmaking, Maisha Simmons, along with a cross section of leaders as they discuss strategies and solutions needed for post-pandemic health equity in New Jersey.

The Bergen County Community Advisory Board serves as a platform for parents and community agencies to come together and discuss topics such as resources available in the community and challenges faced by families when trying to access services.   (Bilingual/Spanish flyer attached)

Caregivers and families are invited to register for a free 3 part educational and interactive series offered by the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey: Adjustment to Brain Injury, presented by Mandi Zucker, MSW, Education Facilitator. These workshops are geared towards providing education and support and will be offered via Zoom conferencing. Spaces are limited, so register today.

Our Goals for the Frank Speak workshop is for parents to leave the workshop understanding the necessity of teaching their kids about sexual topics and have the knowledge base to lead the discussion with their children in a way that is meaningful for them. Several areas will be discussed to increase knowledge and understanding of sexual topics for teens with ASD. Good and bad touch Sexual safety  Sexual development  Sexual boundaries and consent Dating and relationships        

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7 PM for a Zoom meeting:  Parent Support Group for parents/caregivers of youth with disabilities  (Younger than 21 yrs.)

This presentation will address questions and concerns that often arise when parents are planning to collect their own social security and they have a son/daughter who receives DDD services.

A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ teens (grades 9-12) and their allies.

ZOOM 
MEETING 
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Join us the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7 PM for a Zoom meeting: Let's Get Together and Talk: for Parents/Caregivers of Individuals with Disabilities 21+ yrs.

The primary goal of College Steps is to support the unique needs of students while preparing them for meaningful careers and increased autonomy after college.

Service providers will receive training on how to support the self determination of LGBTQ+ survivors with disabilities as well as strategies for overcoming social and institutional barriers these individuals experience accessing services and healing. 

A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ tweens (grades 6 - 8) and their allies.

ZOOM MEETING 
ID:9 71 43166754 PASSCODE: 754964 
CALL-IN: +1 646-558 -8656

Caregivers and families are invited to register for a free 3 part educational and interactive series offered by the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey: Adjustment to Brain Injury, presented by Mandi Zucker, MSW, Education Facilitator. These workshops are geared towards providing education and support, and will be offered via Zoom conferencing. Spaces are limited, so register today.

Celebrate the holidays in style with the fluffiest, flashiest ocean animals. Dressed to impress, they are ready to attend any party this holiday season. Using the ZOOM platform, meet live animals, visit aquarium exhibits & behind the scenes areas, conduct science experiments, and have fun!