ABOUTIn partnership with the New Jersey Coalition for Addiction Recovery Support (NJ-CARS), the Center for Prevention and Counseling has formed a committee to rollout the Trauma-Informed, Recovery-Oriented System of Care (TI-ROSC) toolkit developed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.Applying a trauma-informed approach to a recovery-oriented system of care operationalizes two models that have overlapping […]
Introduction Screenings are tools focusing on the early detection of potential health or behavioral problems. Over the past few decades, physical screenings at the doctor’s office have been a regular step in yearly check-ups, especially once getting to a certain age or being at a higher risk for a specific disease. In addition, the invention […]
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are stressful or traumatic events that occur before age 18. Physical abuse, substance misuse, divorce, neglect, or having an incarcerated parent are a few examples of Adverse Childhood Experiences. These negative experiences affect how the brain develops and functions by triggering the stress response system in our body. While not all […]
We are excited to announce a collaboration with NJPSA/FEA to bring you a training workshop on the topic Rebooting Your Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS): With a Focus on Mental Health. This training will explore how to implement a MTSS system, identify any barriers to success and explore strategies for critiquing screening tools and interventions. More details to come! This […]
Youth & Parents Tackling Opioids through Prevention for Athletes (TOP) Toolkit Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent’s Guide to Substance Use Prevention Marijuana Talking Toolkit Educators/Schools Mental Health Resource Guide School Tobacco Policy Toolkit School Policy on Suicide Prevention Marijuana School Policy Toolkit Community/Policies Alcohol Policy Toolkit Opioid Overdose Prevention Toolkit Suicide Prevention A Guide […]
For youth and families to thrive in a safe and healthy environment, communities must address the numerous risk factors that lead to the early use of alcohol and other drugs, often the first step on a path to addiction. The statewide system of Prevention Hubs provides evidence-based prevention education, interventions, strategies, and programs to support all sectors […]
Allowed Private Property: Those 21 and older can legally consume cannabis on private property Including, at licensed dispensaries approved for on-site consumption Not Allowed Smoking in Public Spaces: Public parks Shopping malls Restaurants Public beaches Theaters Transportation systems
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“STAR has been so extraordinarily interactive/supportive of both my needs and dreams. I don’t trust easily, but STAR plowed right through my security walls and made me feel so comfortable, safe, supported, and cared for. STAR is truly exceptional and has amazing people.”SERVICESThe Support Team for Addiction Recovery (STAR) Program utilizes Recovery Coaches and Case […]
24/7 Help and Referral Line 844-722-5327SERVICESThe Opioid Overdose Recovery Program (OORP) utilizes Recovery Coaches and Patient Navigators to provide bedside interventions and follow-up support for patients at Newton Medical Center experiencing problems related to substance use.Recovery Coaches are notified by the hospital 24/7 to meet with patients and maintain contact for a minimum of eight […]
