Wellspring Center for Prevention

09/05/2025

On September 16, we’re hosting a Mandatory Legal Standards Training for New Jersey’s Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADCs) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LCADCs).

This 6-hour training ensures counselors stay up to date with state requirements and best practices in helping individuals and families affected by substance use.

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
📍 Zoom (live & interactive)

Learn more or share with a counselor in your network:

Join our Legal Standards course for L/CADCs in NJ covering law changes, telehealth, and more.

09/04/2025

That half-empty bottle in the cabinet might not seem like a big deal, but leftover prescriptions can create real dangers at home. Take a few minutes to check your medicine cabinet, clear out what’s expired, and dispose of it safely. A small step today can make your home healthier tomorrow.

09/03/2025

No one has to go through tough times alone. 💚 Call or text 988 anytime to connect with trained counselors who are ready to listen, provide support, and guide you toward hope. Share this lifeline so others know help is always within reach.

📞 988

09/02/2025

Recent data reveal a worrying surge in overdoses among youth under 25, with many deaths involving both synthetic opioids and stimulants. While New Jersey is dedicating more than $25 million to expand recovery services, we must also focus on prevention, education, and tailored youth support. Learn more:

Email from Get the latest updates on addiction prevention. Prevention Pulse Promoting healthier communities. Brought to you by Wellspring Center for Prevention. August 29, 2025 We value your feedback!

09/01/2025

Today, we honor the dedication and contributions of workers everywhere. Labor Day is a reminder of the strength that comes from hard work, community, and perseverance. Wishing everyone a safe and restful holiday with family and friends.

08/27/2025

Supporting the older adults in our lives means more than just checking in. It’s about fostering connection, ensuring safety, and helping them feel valued every day.

Our latest blog shares practical ways you can strengthen relationships and provide meaningful support for senior family members: https://wellspringprevention.org/blog/senior-family-members-support/

What’s one way you show care for the older adults in your life? Share your thoughts below.

Learn how to support an aging loved one facing mental health or substance misuse challenges with empathy, structure, and access to the right resources.

08/26/2025

Are you an LCADC or CADC in New Jersey who still needs to complete your Mandatory Legal Standards Training?

Our 6-hour virtual course on September 16 will satisfy the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs requirement for your 2026 renewal application.

Instructor Joseph Williams, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCS, CPS will lead this interactive Zoom session. Be sure to secure your spot today—space is limited!

👉 Register now:

Join our Legal Standards course for L/CADCs in NJ covering law changes, telehealth, and more.

08/25/2025

In our latest Prevention Pulse newsletter:

> Pathways Summer Academy gave 30 Carteret students a season full of growth, creativity, and exploration through hands-on workshops and enriching field trips.

> Monmouth County honored Overdose Awareness Day with a powerful display of purple flags, each representing a life lost in early 2025.

Read the full update:

Email from Get the latest updates on addiction prevention. Prevention Pulse Promoting healthier communities. Brought to you by Wellspring Center for Prevention. August 22, 2025 We value your feedback!

08/22/2025

Preventing bullying starts with awareness, education, and a commitment to building safe, supportive spaces for every student.

Our latest blog explores strategies schools can use to address bullying and foster environments where every child feels valued and protected. Read more here: https://wellspringprevention.org/blog/prevent-bullying-schools/

How do you help create a culture of kindness in your community? Share your ideas below.

Learn how to safeguard children from bullying through education, communication, and collaborative efforts between schools and parents.

08/21/2025

Teen va**ng is finally trending in the right direction. Over the past year, e-cigarette use among middle and high school students fell from 7.7% to 5.9%, adding to the steady decline we’ve seen since 2019.

That’s progress worth celebrating—but we can’t ignore the risks that remain. Many young people who v**e show signs of dependence, and ni****ne can still damage growing brains, weaken lungs, and put stress on the heart.

At Wellspring Center for Prevention, we know real change begins with open, honest conversations. Talk to the teens in your life, share what you know, and remind them they have the power to choose health over harm.

👉 Learn more:

This report describes e-cigarette and ni****ne pouch use among middle and high school students.

08/20/2025

Join us on Thursday, September 25 at 9:30 AM for the 2025 Tree of Hope Ceremony at East Brunswick Magnet School. Together, we’ll honor recovery, remember loved ones, and celebrate resilience in our community.

We’re also proud to recognize Andy Dean as this year’s Recovery Champion for his leadership, compassion, and dedication to connecting people with care.

This free community event is open to all. Register today:

Join us Sept 25 in East Brunswick for the 2025 Tree of Hope Ceremony, honoring recovery and this year’s Recovery Champion, Andy Dean.

08/19/2025

No matter where you are on your journey, finding LGBTQ+ support in New Jersey should be simple 🌈

The LGBTQ+ Help App puts affirming resources, safe spaces, and supportive networks right at your fingertips. From local services to trusted connections, it’s free, easy to use, and designed to help you feel seen and supported.

Take the first step toward building community today.

Learn more: https://njprevent.com/pride/