The Center for Great Expectations

01/29/2026

There are significant barriers to treatment for pregnant and parenting people. Too often, pregnant people are turned away from treatment, and mothers are separated from their children in order to access care. These barriers do not support recovery, they undermine it.

We believe treatment should strengthen families, not divide them. Learn more about family-centered recovery. https://www.cge-nj.org/you-again-the-stigma-of-addiction-i-experienced-firsthand/

01/28/2026

Recovery from substance use disorder is a lifelong process, much like managing diabetes or cancer. Yet most treatment models remain short-term, creating a “revolving door” of treatment, relapse, and return to care.
Long-term, trauma-informed treatment is essential for sustained recovery.

This month, we invite you to reflect on how systems can better support long-term healing: https://www.nctsn.org/

01/28/2026

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Month is a time to collectively reflect on how SUD treatment is delivered, how effective it truly is, and what must change for greater impact.

Studies show relapse rates ranging from 40%–90% after treatment, and according to SAMHSA, only 42% of individuals successfully complete treatment.

Recovery is not a one-time event, it is a lifelong journey. Our systems must evolve to reflect that reality.
Join us this month as we reflect on what meaningful, lasting recovery can look like: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/us-how-we-treat-someone-just-important-our-

01/27/2026

Thanks to the generosity of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset and AAPI New Jersey, our clients had extra warmth and comfort this weekend through their blanket donation.

01/26/2026

Are we truly addressing the leading cause of maternal mortality?
Substance use disorder and maternal mental health demand more than short-term interventions. Providers need tools that prioritize relationship-based, trauma-informed care for lasting impact.

Join Carolyn Flynn, LPC, CD, IMH-E® for a free one-hour Zoom training today:
“SUD and Maternal Mortality: A Relationship-Based Approach to Care”
Jan 26, 1:00–2:00 PM (ET)
Zoom link: https://cge.zoom.us/j/83304900284
Email to register: cflynn@cge-nj.org

This free session offers practical insight into working effectively with mothers with SUD, supporting recovery while preventing intergenerational transmission of trauma.

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01/25/2026

Maternal mortality is preventable. Care matters.
Join us Jan 26 (1–2 PM) for a free Zoom training on the connection between substance use disorder and maternal mortality, and how relationship-based care can change outcomes for families.

Jan 26, 1:00–2:00 PM (ET)
Zoom link: https://cge.zoom.us/j/83304900284
Email to register: cflynn@cge-nj.org

01/21/2026

Maternal mental health, including substance use disorder is the leading cause of maternal mortality.
During Nurture New Jersey’s Maternal Health Week, The Center for Great Expectations is offering a free Zoom training:
Jan 26, 1:00–2:00 PM (ET)
Zoom link: https://cge.zoom.us/j/83304900284
Email to register: cflynn@cge-nj.org

“Substance Use Disorder and Maternal Mortality: A Relationship-Based Approach to Care”
Presented by Carolyn Flynn, LPC, CD, IMH-E®

This paradigm-shifting session explores the critical connection between substance use disorder and maternal mortality and why relationship-based, trauma-informed care is essential for saving lives and supporting families across generations.

01/19/2026

Hope is soaring to new heights!
Our fan‑favorite Hope Takes Flight Luncheon & Spring Market has grown year after year — and thanks to your incredible support, we’re spreading our wings and moving to a larger venue to welcome even more friends, vendors, and joy.
Get ready for an inspiring program, a vibrant marketplace of unique finds, and a beautiful day dedicated to uplifting the mission of The Center for Great Expectations.

• Bigger Space
• Bigger Community
• Same Heart
• Same Hope

Please join us on Friday, April 10, 2026
The Marigold in Somerset
Doors open at 10:30am
Sponsorships and Tickets are available for purchase today: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/HopeTakesFlight2026

01/16/2026

A donated house. Twelve women. One mission.
That’s how The Center for Great Expectations began in 1998. Today, we serve over 600 people each year through trauma-informed care, housing, treatment, and long-term support. A heartfelt thank you to Ivy Slater Slater Success Coaching for inviting Peg to be a guest on Her Success Story to share this journey of healing, leadership, and community.

Listen in: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-her-success-story-29305497/episode/building-hope-peg-wrights-lifelong-commitment-315634306

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01/14/2026

This week, we’re celebrating a big milestone at The Center for Great Expectations — we currently have 4 toddlers who are potty training! 🎉

One of our greatest needs right now is Pull-Ups. These everyday essentials may seem small, but they make a huge difference for our families.

You can help today by donating Pull-Ups directly through our Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1VJSNMOGF7FCQ?ref_=list_d_wl_lfu_nav_4
Thank you for supporting our families and celebrating these important milestones with us.

01/13/2026

We were honored to welcome nurses from St. Peter’s Adult Medical Unit, who generously donated funds collected during the holiday season by the staff on 5D. Thank you for your partnership and for supporting CGE’s mission.

01/08/2026

There’s no better way to begin 2026 than alongside our dedicated SHI International Corp. volunteers. Their dedication makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the women and children we serve — we are truly grateful!