SAVE THE DATE-Changing the Face of Addiction Walk - Join us on August 7, 2021 at 10:00AM (Registration starts at 9am) for our 6th Annual Changing the Face of Addiction Walk at the Franklin Fireman's Pavilion in Franklin NJ.
6 Strategies for Senior Wellness-For Adults ages 55+ Learn new strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle and get the best of life in your golden years. Mondays beginning May 3rd - June 14th from 1:00-3:00pm at the Sparta Senior Center. The program includes a weekly catered lunch, wellness goodie bag, gift card rewards, and extra reward for signing up with a friend!
2021 Alcohol Awareness Contest Winners-Here are the winners of our 21st Annual Alcohol Awareness PSA contest “A Healthy Me…is Alcohol Free”, 11 Sussex County schools had winning entries! With over 100 submissions, these entries truly stood out. Thank you to the teachers that had students enter as we appreciate their concern about this topic.
AAM Infographic 1-34.5% of 12th graders in Sussex County reported that they had consumed alcohol in the past 30 days. Data provided by the Center for Prevention & Counseling. (Pride Survey, 2019) To learn more visit us at www.centerforprevention.org
Military Family Virtual Program-- Tuesdays @ 5:45pm Bring your family closer together while learning and having fun! Connect with other military families and services in your community. Acquire new ideas for daily living. Weekly family meal gift cards and family craft kits.
NJPhA Task Force-on Opioid Addiction, Prevention and Treatment - March 21, 20021 5pm-7pm. This virtual workshop will provide an understanding of the NJPhA Opioid Task Force, identify brain functions affected by substance use disorder, and discuss pharmacist involvement in Medication Assisted Treatment.
Talk They Hear You Brochures-brochures for parents and caregivers about the risks associated with marijuana, vaping and prescription drugs for teens and the importance of having conversations with their children to help them avoid substance use.
2021 Alcohol Awareness Contest-The Sussex County Coalition for Healthy and Safe Communities is hosting its 21st annual Alcohol Awareness Month Public Service Announcement, to encourage students to make healthy choices and abstain from underage drinking. Students in grades 4-12 are invited to create a poster, essay or video highlighting their best message that tells friends and classmates “A Healthy Me is.. Alcohol Free.”
School Health NJ Virtual Summit-The 2nd Annual School Health NJ Virtual Summit will be held on February 23rd (9am-12pm) featuring LEGAL ONE. This free blended learning event will include completion of 2 hours of online courses and a live, virtual training via Zoom.
SAVE THE DATE - Changing the Face of Addiction Walk - Join us on August 7, 2021 at 10:00AM (Registration starts at 9am) for our 6th Annual Changing the Face of Addiction Walk at the Franklin Fireman's Pavilion in Franklin NJ.
6 Strategies for Senior Wellness - For Adults ages 55+ Learn new strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle and get the best of life in your golden years. Mondays beginning May 3rd - June 14th from 1:00-3:00pm at the Sparta Senior Center. The program includes a weekly catered lunch, wellness goodie bag, gift card rewards, and extra reward for signing up with a friend!
2021 Alcohol Awareness Contest Winners - Here are the winners of our 21st Annual Alcohol Awareness PSA contest “A Healthy Me…is Alcohol Free”, 11 Sussex County schools had winning entries! With over 100 submissions, these entries truly stood out. Thank you to the teachers that had students enter as we appreciate their concern about this topic.
AAM Infographic 1 - 34.5% of 12th graders in Sussex County reported that they had consumed alcohol in the past 30 days. Data provided by the Center for Prevention & Counseling. (Pride Survey, 2019) To learn more visit us at www.centerforprevention.org
National Drug and alcohol Fact Week 2021 - Linking Teens to Facts that SHATTER THE MYTHS® about drugs and drug use. - Monday, March 22 - Sunday, March 28, 2021
Military Family Virtual Program - - Tuesdays @ 5:45pm Bring your family closer together while learning and having fun! Connect with other military families and services in your community. Acquire new ideas for daily living. Weekly family meal gift cards and family craft kits.
NJPhA Task Force - on Opioid Addiction, Prevention and Treatment - March 21, 20021 5pm-7pm. This virtual workshop will provide an understanding of the NJPhA Opioid Task Force, identify brain functions affected by substance use disorder, and discuss pharmacist involvement in Medication Assisted Treatment. 
Talk They Hear You Brochures - brochures for parents and caregivers about the risks associated with marijuana, vaping and prescription drugs for teens and the importance of having conversations with their children to help them avoid substance use.
2021 Alcohol Awareness Contest - The Sussex County Coalition for Healthy and Safe Communities is hosting its 21st annual Alcohol Awareness Month Public Service Announcement, to encourage students to make healthy choices and abstain from underage drinking. Students in grades 4-12 are invited to create a poster, essay or video highlighting their best message that tells friends and classmates “A Healthy Me is.. Alcohol Free.”
School Health NJ Virtual Summit - The 2nd Annual School Health NJ Virtual Summit will be held on February 23rd (9am-12pm) featuring LEGAL ONE. This free blended learning event will include completion of 2 hours of online courses and a live, virtual training via Zoom.