NJ4S Morris-Sussex

NJ4S Morris-Sussex Providing prevention & mental health services to youth, families, and schools in Morris/Sussex.

Today, on International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember all the lives lost, support those who are grieving, and rais...
08/31/2025

Today, on International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember all the lives lost, support those who are grieving, and raise awareness to end the stigma around substance use.

Overdose is preventable- when we act. Together, through compassion, education, and support, we can change the story and protect our communities. Visit www.overdoseday.com for more information and resources.

NJ4S offers free substance prevention and education programming for our communities. Reach out to us with inquiries at 973-334-4052 / NJ4S@mhainspire.org or see our website for more information: www.mhainspire.org/nj4s. The more we have conversations and share resources, the closer we can move towards a future free from overdose.

08/30/2025

August 30th is National Grief Awareness Day. Grief looks different for everyone, but one thing is certain, it’s something we all experience.

Many of us wonder what the "right" thing is to say to someone who is grieving. Last year, one of our clinicians sat down with Christina Liparini, PhD, LPC from the organization Good Grief to have an honest conversation about grief: what it feels like, how it changes over time, and the ways we can support ourselves and others to navigate through it.

Use the link in our bio to listen to the full episode for a deeper discussion and resources that may help you or someone you love.

🎉The NJ4S Morris-Sussex Color Blast Fun Run/Walk is ONE MONTH AWAY on 9/27/25! ✨ Get ready for fall fun!!! We'll join wi...
08/27/2025

🎉The NJ4S Morris-Sussex Color Blast Fun Run/Walk is ONE MONTH AWAY on 9/27/25!
✨ Get ready for fall fun!!! We'll join with students, schools, families, and communities, in partnership with Vernon Township High School’s Psi Alpha International Honor Society for High School Psychology.

📅 Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
🕘 Registration: 9:00 AM | Run/Walk: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Location: Vernon Township High School – 1832 County Road 565, Glenwood, NJ
👟Course: .75 mile loop around school athletic fields. Do as many loops as you’d like—each lap means more color!

This 🆓FREE community event will be filled with:
🎶 Music | 🎲 Games | 🎨 Crafts | 👕 T-Shirt Decorating | 💙 Wellness Fair

💡 Special Giveback: NJ4S Morris-Sussex is providing a FREE t-shirt to decorate to those who bring a non-perishable food item or shampoo, conditioner, or deodorant to support The Weekend Bag Program. Learn more: weekendbagprogram.org

👉 Find out more and REGISTER here: runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Glenwood/NJSColorBlastFunRunWalk

💙 Agencies & Community Partners
If you work for an agency that provides services in Sussex County and would like to participate in the Wellness Fair portion of the event, reach out to NJ4S@mhainspire.org. We’d love to have you join us!

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s make this a day full of color, community, and fun! 🌈

08/27/2025

🌞It's still summer, but here’s a resource to help in getting ready for back-to-school! Our seventh episode on The Protective Factor Podcast shares some valuable tips for students. 🏫🎒⏰📝🖍🖊

View the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccYL9zvmKqE

August 12th is International Youth Day! Today we celebrate the resilience, creativity, and determination of young people...
08/12/2025

August 12th is International Youth Day! Today we celebrate the resilience, creativity, and determination of young people. Life can be challenging, and it’s okay to have tough days, but every step you take to care for yourself is an act of strength. Your voice matters, your wellbeing matters, and your future is worth investing in.

Remember, when it comes to taking care of your mental health, even the smallest steps make a big difference!

Our twelfth episode on The Protective Factor Podcast - Teen Dating Violence Uncovered - is now available. NJ4S Morris-Su...
08/09/2025

Our twelfth episode on The Protective Factor Podcast - Teen Dating Violence Uncovered - is now available. NJ4S Morris-Sussex Prevention consultants Meghan Souter and Heather Pajak discuss the topic of teen dating violence. Listen to the podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9Lh2CdylLU and see numerous links to resources below:

National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) www.thehotline.org/identify-abuse/domestic-abuse-warning-signs

NJCEDV - NJ Coalition to End Domestic Violence https://njcedv.org/

JBWS - Serving Morris County 1-877-782-2873 https://jbws.org/

JBWS Dating Abuse Prevention Program - DAPP 973-267-7520

DASI - Serving Sussex County 973-875-1211 24/7 hotline https://dasi.org N

J4S Parent Academy - Monthly Series September through June Domestic Violence Awareness Month Session on 10/21/2025 at 6:00pm | Learn More/Register: https://forms.office.com/r/09XtxtSdiV

Our NJ4S Morris-Sussex Prevention Staff were trained this week in The Teen Connection Project. This evidence-based progr...
08/08/2025

Our NJ4S Morris-Sussex Prevention Staff were trained this week in The Teen Connection Project. This evidence-based program for high schoolers aims to build connections with others, with a focus on communication, delving into trust and vulnerability, giving and getting support, and discovering personal strengths. Teens will learn to interact, share, and create supportive connections, and in the process, TCP helps to foster overall well-being.

August is National Wellness Month, and to celebrate we're reflecting on our Rooted Together program we held this past Ju...
08/04/2025

August is National Wellness Month, and to celebrate we're reflecting on our Rooted Together program we held this past July.

This outdoor mindfulness series invited community members to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and ground their well-being in nature. From deep breaths under shady trees to quiet walks through the garden, each moment reminded us that wellness doesn't have to be complicated, sometimes, it’s as simple as being present.

👟🎉🌈Get ready to have fun with us! Unleash the joy of color at our NJ4S Morris-Sussex Color Blast Fun Run/Walk! Coming th...
07/31/2025

👟🎉🌈Get ready to have fun with us! Unleash the joy of color at our NJ4S Morris-Sussex Color Blast Fun Run/Walk! Coming this fall in partnership with Vernon Township High School’s Psi Alpha International Honor Society for High School Psychology.

📅Join us on Saturday, September 27, 2025: Registration begins at 9:00am - the Color Run/Walk event takes place 10:00am-12:00pm. Vernon Township High School is our host site for the fun event at 1832 County Road 565, Glenwood, NJ.

💥The Fun Run/Walk event includes Music | Games | Crafts | T-Shirt Decorating | Wellness Fair
🆓NO COST to Register!

In partnership with MHA, NJ4S Morris-Sussex is providing t-shirts to those who bring a non-perishable food item or shampoo, conditioner or deodorant to support The Weekend Bag Program, Inc. https://weekendbagprogram.org/

Find out more and REGISTER: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Glenwood/NJSColorBlastFunRunWalk

As Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, we honor Bebe Moore Campbell's legacy by...
07/28/2025

As Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, we honor Bebe Moore Campbell's legacy by continuing the conversation around mental health and offering support that lasts all year long.

The first step in navigating your mental health is to check in on yourself. Take a free mental health test at mhascreening.org; a few minutes can make a big difference!

07/21/2025

Just Breathe. 🌿

In honor of Self-Care Week, we invite you to take a mindful pause with us at the beautiful Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Join us for a free outdoor mindfulness session on Wednesday, 7/23 or Wednesday, 7/30 from 10–11AM.

Enjoy the fresh air, connect with nature, and learn simple self-care tools to help you relax and recharge! Open to youth in grades 6–12 with a trusted adult, whether that's a friend, family member, neighbor, or cousin. All are welcome!

Register Here: https://forms.office.com/r/2CvnA5nqj4

During Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, we honor the power of community as a force for healin...
07/16/2025

During Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, we honor the power of community as a force for healing, safety, and strength. Mental health doesn’t exist in isolation & belonging, support, and shared understanding can make all the difference.

Together, we can create spaces where people feel seen, valued, and never alone.

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