Mental Health America advances the mental health and well-being of all people living in the U.S. through public education, research, advocacy and public policy, and direct service.

Iron Recovery and Wellness Prevention Day is scheduled on 5/17 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Prepare for an afternoon of prevention services coming together to share resources and to meet people where they are at in the community. Free Narcan, Fentanyl Test Strips, condoms & more available! For more info, visit: ironwellness.org. 

All youth ages 10-14 who are either in the LGBTQ+ community or an ally are welcome to join. Refreshments, games, and educational materials will be provided. Meetings will be held on the
Second and Fourth Monday of the month. To sign up please email: npeirano@brightharbor.org

Flip Into Spring Pancake Breakfast will be held on 5/19 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Proceeds will benefit Bright Harbor's Oasis Program. Location: 954 Route 166, Toms River, NJ 08753. For questions reach out to: vpizzimenti@brightharbor.org. 

"Everything is Energy Workshop" by Stacey Maloney (Sound Therapist, Reiki Master, Yoga Instructor) on 5/19 from 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Location: Comprehensive Counseling Center (2340 US 9 South, Howell, NJ). Pre-registration is required, contact: Tara Nokes, LCSW 732-942-6868 or toninokes@aol.com. 

Led by experienced lactation experts, this workshop will cover everything you need to know about breastfeeding, from the basics of latch and positioning to tips and tricks to troubleshoot common challenges like increasing your milk supply.

Parents, guardians, and community members are invited to information sessions at Ocean Road School at 5:30 PM on April 25, May 20, and June 17.

During this course, participants in Ocean County will be certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) for Adults assisting Youth.

A virtual workshop for parents & caregivers who want to learn what is normal behavior for 3-8 year old's, what might be causing their tantrums/meltdowns, and how to navigate and reduce their tantrums and meltdowns.

This talk will be provided by Dr. Larry Arbeitman aka ‘Dr. A’, Pediatric & Family Chiropractor. Dr. A will take us through how our gut health connects to brain impacting other physical and mental health within our bodies. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvdOutrTorHNO4PESiUI0XQHml61x0E092#/registration

This free 6-week workshop is designed to help participants manage the effects of cancer. Offered in both English and Spanish. Dates: May 14, 21, 28 & June 4, 11, 18 6 - 8PM (597 Park Ave. Freehold, NJ). Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cancer-thriving-surviving-6-session-series-tickets-876036477687

Camp Chatterbox is a one week overnight camp for children and young adults, ages 5-21, who use synthesized Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices. Location: Rising Treetops at Oakhurst in Monmouth County. 2024 Dates: August 11 - 17, 2024. Register here: https://csh.recdesk.com/Community/Program. 

(CCYC) Monmouth and Ocean County Council for Young Children is a working group of parents and community partners who share ideas and resources. We impact change to make the community a healthier place to raise our children. Let’s work together to build stronger connections for children and families.

Youth group focusing on team building, social skills, life skills, and more. At the Toms River Youth Center, starting April 24th, 2024. 

Join us for an informative and engaging free webinar for caregivers and educators. This webinar will provide information on Mental Health Awareness Month and co-occurring disorders. The presenters will discuss the awareness of co-occurring disorders, what they are and why they are important, and treatment options for co-occurring disorders. Don't miss it! This event is open to all New Jersey caregivers, including educators and mental health professionals.

Comfort Zone Camp serves children who have experienced the death of a loved one. All programs are offered at no cost to families. CZC provides a safe, nurturing environment where kids can have traditional camp fun, while at the same time acquiring tools to help them cope with their loss. Upcoming programs include virtual grief groups and in-person camps.

This parent workshop was developed by the child psychologists at Children’s Specialized Hospital to help parents of children ages 2-10 years learn how to manage their behavior.

Free dance lessons provided by the Jackson Township Commission for the Disabled/Handicapped. Available every Tuesday 7/2-8/6 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. All clients are eligible to participate! Location: Melvin Cottrell Senior Center (45 Don Connor Blvd. Jackson, NJ). RSVP by 6/24 to pdressler@jacksontwpnj.net or 732-928-3334.

The Ocean County Library will be hosting a series of Autism-related programs. More information to follow as programs grow closer.

The Senior Freeze Program reimburses eligible senior citizens and disabled persons for property tax or mobile home park site fee increases on their principal residence (main home). To qualify, you must meet all the eligibility requirements for each year from the base year through the application year. Deadline for applying for 2023 is October 31, 2024.

In June 2024, New Jersey will launch Summer EBT, a child nutrition program intended to reduce hunger and food insecurity for children during the summer when school is not in session. Learn more by visiting: https://www.nj.gov/summerebt/

2024 Challenger Bowling League will be held on Friday evenings from 7/12-8/16 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM. Location: Howell Lanes. Open to anyone ages 3+. Fee and registration: $25/participant, deadline for registration is 6/28. For questions contact: 732-928-3334 or email pdessler@jacksontwpnj.net. 

Love is at the root of everything-all learning, all parenting, all relationships. Love or the lack of it. ? The greatest thing we can do is to help somebody know that they're loved and capable of loving. ? From the time you were very little, you've had people who have smiled you into smiling, people who have talked you into talking, sung you into singing, loved you into loving.? Come and Learn about the Golden Key of Loving Attachment and Parenting!

Join us as we learn about keeping the Summer fun and safe with the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey. Designed for families, this session discusses open water safety, safety in and around pools, proper life jacket fitting, and sun safety tips.