PARTICIPANTS WILL: Learn safe practices for medication useUnderstand the risks of prescription pain medication as it relates to addiction Identify alternative methods to effectively manage pain. January 25, 2022.
This is the 21st Annual “What’s Your Anti-Drug” (WYAD) supplement that the New Jersey Herald and the Coalition for Healthy and Safe Communities, a program of the Center for Prevention and Counseling, have collaborated on. This year over 700 Sussex County students from 28 different schools, in grades K-12th submitted an entry to the Annual WYAD Contest or submitted an entry to “What Makes You Happy?” contest.
Proper medication storage is important for one’s health and the children in one’s life. It can avoid the damaging of medication and accidental consumption from children. This video will provide information on the proper and safe storage of medication.
Tell Sussex County how you stay drug-free! There are so many different things that keep you away from alcohol and other drugs… Singing, Sports, Scouts, Dancing, Drawing, Friends, Pets and more! If you’re in grades 4-12, we want your original story, artwork, poetry or photography, which tells the world: What’s your anti-drug? Send your entry with the completed form to us by Monday, November 7th by 5pm.
Red Ribbon Week begins Saturday, October 23rd and this year’s theme is “Drug Free, Looks Like Me.” As we prepare for Red Ribbon Week, we are sharing ideas for daily activities, as well as social media posts to utilize within your school community. Don’t forget to send us pictures of what your students are doing for Red Ribbon Week, we will be sending out emails to highlight your activities.
The Center is hiring! Rewarding full and part-time positions are available to join our Prevention, Counseling, and Recovery teams. We offers competitive salaries and benefit packages designed to improve the personal lives of our employees. We are proud of our agency growth and we’re looking for dynamic candidates who are excited to join our team and will add to our inspiring culture.
Prescription medication can aid in living a healthy life. Although, following wise medication practices is crucial for avoiding serious negative health outcomes. This video will highlight some important strategies of safe medication use that result in taking proper control of your health.
Week of Respect is an opportunity for New Jersey schools to focus on building and supporting positive school climates for students, staff and your school community! The week of respect is an excellent opportunity to kick-start year-long campaigns and initiatives. Center for Prevention and Counseling has provided daily themes, social media posts and projects that are easy for Sussex County schools to replicate during Week of Respect.
Red Ribbon Week, October 23rd-31st is a nationally recognized initiative each far with an emphasis on prevention education and commitment to living safe, healthy and drug-free life. Plant the Promise is a wonderful way to celebrate Red Ribbon Week.
