Arthritis – What you need to know
The CDC reports that 1 in 5 adults in the US suffer from arthritis pain. The discomfort, pain and fear that can be associated with arthritis can be debilitating to many people especially older adults.
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Injuries – What you need to know
Falls are a major danger for older adults. As of 2019 the CDC found that falls amongst those 65 or older cause over 3 million emergency dept. visits each year.
What’s Your Anti-Drug Contest Winners
This is the 22nd Annual “What’s Your Anti-Drug” (WYAD) supplement that the New Jersey Herald and the Coali- tion for Healthy and Safe Communities, a program of The Center for Prevention and Counseling, have collaborated on. This year over 500 Sussex County students from 29 different schools, in grades 4-12th submitted an entry to the annual WYAD Contest or submitted an entry to “What Makes You Happy?”, a special addition that was created
to recognize students in grades K-3, in effort to promote healthy and positive messages, at a young age!
Red Ribbon Week 2022
Red Ribbon Week begins Sunday, October 23rd and this year’s theme is “Celebrate Life. Living Drug Free.” 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.
New Jersey’s HIB Revisions to the Law, Updates and News
The workshop featuring David Nash, NJPSA LEGAL ONE will review the major revisions to NJ’s HIB law that go into effect as of July 2022.
Ordering Medications – What you need to know
Receiving medications through the mail is convenient and can be invaluable to those with low to no mobility or transportation.
Military Family Program
Registration is now open for the Spring Session of the Military Family program held in Newton on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7! Any family with military affiliation can register for the program. Through this in-person program, we will be providing family meals, sessions for parents & children, child care, family fun activities and a $300 gift card at the end of the program. Feel free to send to any families that you feel would benefit from this program.
Proper Medication Storage
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.
Red Ribbon Week Toolkit
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.
Job Opportunities
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.
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