Calling all young adults with TS, age 18-35. Join us as we come together to build our community and connect with others navigating both the TS journey and adulthood. Here you can comfortably discuss your experiences, share advice, and build relationships with those who understand your unique challenges.

1:00 - 2:00 PM Comentarios de apertura y Actualizaciones del NJDOE Kathleen Ehling, MAT, JD Asistente del Comisionado, NJDOE Presentación principal: Su Funcion en la defensoria de la equidad en salud mental en su escuela Dr. Michael Hannon, PhD, LAC (NJ), NCC, Profesor Asociado, Departamento de Consejería, Universidad Estatal de Montclair Editor, Paternidad Negra y Salud Mental

Opening Comments, NJDOE Updates, and Keynote Presentation Kathleen Ehling, MAT, JD Assistant Commissioner, NJDOE Your Role in Advocating for Mental Health Equity in Your School Dr. Michael Hannon, PhD, LAC (NJ), NCC, Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Montclair State University Editor, Black Fathering & Mental Health

• Come and learn how to create a feeling of harmony for yourself and others; a place where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
• Come to learn about yourself
•  Come to identify ways you can live with and even care about even the most challenging people.

With the stress and uncertainty in the world right now learn how you can identify the emotional needs and assist those in your community, family, or organization. QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention training and What’s Next: Wellness for the new normal, will be offered virtually at no cost.

Dad Chat Understanding Your Wife’s Love Language Do you want to communicate better with your wife? Understanding your Love Languages is one way to do that. Join us as we discuss the 5 Love Languages and how they can be used to better listen and understand one another.

Are you ready for September? Get a head start on the new school year by equipping yourself with the best tools to advocate for your child! Understanding the significance of IEPs and 504s can be critical in setting them up for success.

Join us for a night of family, friends, and fun! Parents and kids of all ages will enjoy this free hands-on Tie-Dye event. Bring a plain white t-shirt to design. Lawn chairs encouraged Light dinner provided.

Intensive Family Support Services Proudly presents Special Guest Speaker:  Dr. Anthony Tobia, MD Professor of Psychiatry guides an interactive presentation through use of Stand by Me (1986 Film)on mental illness, human behavior & destigmatization through the lense of pop-culture.

With the stress and uncertainty in the world right now learn how you can identify the emotional needs and assist those in your community, family, or organization. QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention training and What’s Next: Wellness for the new normal, will be offered virtually at no cost.

HOPES is hosting a Back to School Block Party  at their HOPES Hamilton Center located at 900 Hamilton Street in Somerset on August 27th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Register TODAY for free back packs! For more information contact [email protected] or call 1-855-OK-HOPES ext. 5085 

*All Children must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian.

This program highlights five top ways to manage stress during difficult times. We will be talking about the importance of taking care of your body, writing down your thoughts, expressing gratitude, meditating and setting aside time for yourself. We will be having an open discussion about these topics.

This is a free, safe place for any and all youth and young adults to process their thoughts and feelings on difficult topics such as racism, social injustice, and current events.

This is the last of the 3 Youth Town Hall 2022 series

The Nurtured Heart Approach consists of a set of strategies that assists children in further developing their self-regulation and has been found effective with children of all ages. It focuses on transforming the way children perceive themselves, their caregivers, and the world around them.

Our NJCTS parent support group is an avenue for parents who are new to a TS diagnosis to seek support and guidance from parents who have more experience, as well as an opportunity for parents with more familiarity in coping with TS to learn and seek guidance. The group is facilitated by Dr. Jeremy Lichtman, an expert in the treatment of TS, who is there to answer questions and provide guidance wherever you may be in your TS journey.

Join this free fun event to learn how to track your child's developmental milestones! Learn about how your child talks, plays, learns and interacts with their world.

Register by email [email protected] for September 8th event at the Warren County Habitat for Humanity located at 31 Belvidere Avenue in Washington, NJ.  from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The Nurtured Heart Approach® (NHA) is a relationship-focused methodology founded strategically in "The 3 Stands™" for helping children (and adults) build Inner Wealth™ and use their intensity in successful ways.

Save the Date! September 10th starting at 2 p.m. with a rain date of September 17th.  Fireworks, Fun Activities, Live Music, Food Trucks and Vendors.  Looking for volunteers to assist in the success!  

10K or 5k race for the Benefit of People with Disabilities www.runsignup.com/Race/NJ /Bridgewater/DignityDash Sunday September 11, 2022 9:11 am Duke Island Park-Bridgewater Join us in person or virtually

Brought to you by: The Bratton Law Group and CONTACT Cape-Atlantic This event is a full day conference for family members, caregivers and professionals supporting people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia. Atlantic City Convention Center, Atlantic City, NJ

Warren County Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival,
Sept. 23rd -25th 2022 • 3pm-9pm
at the Warren County Community College

On Saturday, September 24, 2022, the Branchburg Country Fair will be celebrating their 25th Anniversary at White Oak Park, bringing families together for a day of community fun. Our goal is to make this 25th Anniversary a special event with more attractions, more entertainment, more activities, and more community awareness.

The Warren County Health & Wellness Field Day Committee presents a FREE Friday Night at the Firth Youth Center!  Featuring Food, DJ, Dancing, Art Classes, Nitro Ball Tournament with Law Enforcement, Community Providers and MORE!  Friday September 30th from 6-8 p.m. Registration required and open to all youth in Warren County grades 6-12th. 

Join us in pumpkin painting, games and activities for all ages, a scarecrow contest from the municipalities and organizations, resources and more!

Statewide: 2nd Annual NJ Youth Transition Conference Save the date: October 3rd – 7th 2022 The Annual NJ Youth Transition Conference was created for youth ages 14-21+ who experience I/DD, their families, and caregivers, and the professionals who serve them. The 2nd Annual NJ Youth Transition Conference will be held the first week in October! Virtual conference More info can be found on the conference website: https://www.njyouthtransition.life/

The Nurtured Heart Approach consists of a set of strategies that assists children in further developing their self-regulation and has been found effective with children of all ages. It focuses on transforming the way children perceive themselves, their caregivers, and the world around them.

Fall Festival Celebrating 50 years!! Come share your information with the community.  Free opportunity to set up a table at Middle Earth’s Fall Festival. No obligation to stay for the entire event. Must provide your own tables and chairs. If interested, please contact Maria: 908.725.7223, ext. 412 [email protected]

Our NJCTS parent support group is an avenue for parents who are new to a TS diagnosis to seek support and guidance from parents who have more experience, as well as an opportunity for parents with more familiarity in coping with TS to learn and seek guidance. The group is facilitated by Dr. Jeremy Lichtman, an expert in the treatment of TS, who is there to answer questions and provide guidance wherever you may be in your TS journey.

The Nurtured Heart Approach consists of a set of strategies that assists children in further developing their self-regulation and has been found effective with children of all ages. It focuses on transforming the way children perceive themselves, their caregivers, and the world around them.

Our NJCTS parent support group is an avenue for parents who are new to a TS diagnosis to seek support and guidance from parents who have more experience, as well as an opportunity for parents with more familiarity in coping with TS to learn and seek guidance. The group is facilitated by Dr. Jeremy Lichtman, an expert in the treatment of TS, who is there to answer questions and provide guidance wherever you may be in your TS journey.

The Nurtured Heart Approach consists of a set of strategies that assists children in further developing their self-regulation and has been found effective with children of all ages. It focuses on transforming the way children perceive themselves, their caregivers, and the world around them.

Our NJCTS parent support group is an avenue for parents who are new to a TS diagnosis to seek support and guidance from parents who have more experience, as well as an opportunity for parents with more familiarity in coping with TS to learn and seek guidance. The group is facilitated by Dr. Jeremy Lichtman, an expert in the treatment of TS, who is there to answer questions and provide guidance wherever you may be in your TS journey.