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.

Upcoming classes.

Free prenatal education and support group for Spanish speaking pregnant individuals.

Beginning on October 17, 2024, and running through December 16, 2024, the OCHD will provide a weekly drive-thru clinic at Ocean County College parking lot 3 on Mondays from 12 P.M. – 6 P.M.

¿Te gustaría cocinar comidas saludables y económicas? ¡Todas las edades, niveles de experiencia y culturas son bienvenidas! Sin costo para los participantes, se proporcionan alimentos y suministros. Ubicación: Cruce de caminos (33 Throckmorton St. Freehold). Se lleva a cabo el tercer lunes de cada mes de 5:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m.

Join us for an evening of mindfulness painting while listening to how to incorporate NHA over the holidays. We will end the evening with an NHA supported reflection. Dates: 11/7 or 12/11 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Location: 36 Washington St. Toms River, NJ 08753. Call or email to register: nina.sonatore@oceanfso.org or 732-569-6334.

We welcome and encourage individuals and their families to attend one of our monthly Transition Thursday Webinars held the second (Intake Process & Transition Resources 6:00 - 7:30 PM) and third (Topic of the Month 12:00 - 1:00 PM) Thursdays. Register: https://listserv.dhs.state.nj.us/scripts/wa.exe?SUBED1=DDD_TRANSITION_TO_ADULT_LIFE&A=1

The Island Singers presents a free holiday choral concert , "Ring Out, Wild Bells!"

Hearts of Mercy Cookies & Treats Event on Monday, 12/9 at 3:00 PM. Go home with a stuffed animal, donut, cookies & hot chocolate! Locations: Corner of Bowline and Bilge in Barnegat, NJ 08005. Event in partnership with the Knights of Columbus. 

Nurtured Heart Workshop for caregivers and youth between the ages of 3-8. Length of program is 4 weeks and held at Ocean FSO office on Mondays from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Sessions: December 2, 9, & 16 or January 6, 13, 21, 27. To register, contact Christine Grandinetti at 732-569-6334 x230 or christine.grandinetti@oceanfso.org. 

Join Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, in a safe and supportive community designed specifically for new mothers. Our postpartum group session offers a confidential space to share your emotions, connect with others, and develop essential coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and the transitions of motherhood. You'll gain valuable tools to prioritize your emotional well-being, foster a deeper connection with your baby, and thrive during this life-changing journey. Join Zoom Meeting https://ehmchealth.zoom.us/j/2898585260 Meeting ID: 289 858 5260 ¡Hablamos Español!

Join Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, in a safe and supportive community designed specifically for expectant mothers. Our prenatal group session offers a confidential space to share your emotions, connect with others, and develop essential coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and the transitions of motherhood. You'll gain valuable tools to prioritize your emotional well-being, foster a deeper connection with your baby, and thrive during this life-changing journey. Join Zoom Meeting https://ehmchealth.zoom.us/j/2898585260 Meeting ID: 289 858 5260 ¡Hablamos Español!

An expert panel of psychologists, researchers, and behavioral health experts will share the current landscape of online mental health care for youth.

Hey New Jersey, wondering how to still take advantage of NJ produce during the winter? Join Ricardo Kairios, FCHS Educator, to learn which produce is available in NJ during the winter and easy recipes you can use to add these items to your plate!

Join us every Wednesday at Anchor Family Success Center. For a change your little one can
unleash their creativity by making their own crafts and designs. Location: Anchor Family
Success Center (101 Prosper Way Brick New Jersey 08723) Time: 4:30PM-6:30PM. Every Wednesday. 

Learn how to transform your relationship with your child using the groundbreaking "3 A's of Parenting" approach. How to Avoid common parenting mistakes. What Adjustments can be made to improve your current parenting style. How to Affirm the greatness that exists within your child.

List of holiday assistance programs for youth and families in Ocean County. 

Join us for this FREE in-person training opportunity! A two-day training for those who want to join the Traumatic Loss Coalition as Lead Response Team Members. New training dates available for 2024 and 2025: October 16th & 17th, October 28th & November 4th, January 15th & 16th, and March 4th & 5th. Registration links can be located on flyer. 

Current literature regarding the evaluation and treatment of patients with traumatically induced disorders of consciousness (DOC) will be addressed, in addition to the definitions and evaluation of the spectrum of DOC. Common complications that can slow or arrest recovery are considered. Updated practice guidelines and recommendations for diagnoses and care and treatment strategies for DOC will be reviewed. Objectives: Participants will be able to discuss: Definitions of the spectrum of disorders of consciousness (DOC); Outcomes after DOC; Updated practice guidelines for the management of patients with disorders of consciousness; Recommendations for programs caring for patients with DOC. Presenter: Dr. Brian Greenwald

Build your child's confidence and self-esteem through art! Hearts of Mercy will be hosting Art Classes on the following Fridays: 11/22, 12/6, 1/10, and 1/24 from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Location: 364 N. Main St. Manahawkin, NJ. To apply, call: 609-290-0320 or visit: https://hearts-of-mercy.org/

The Office of the Attorney General, the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), and the Division on Criminal Justice (DCJ) invite middle and high school students with a passion for civil rights and social justice to participate in our No Hate in the Garden State Youth Competition. Deadline to apply: January 13, 2025. 

True Vine Ministry and Hope Sheds Light invite you to Code Blue Resource Days on the first Wednesday of each month from November 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Location: 340 Rt. 9, Bayville, NJ 08721. 

Would you like to cook healthy, low-cost meals? Take home tasty meals for your family? Connect with the community? Learn new cooking skills? All ages, experience levels & cultures welcome! No cost to participants, food & supplies provided. Location: Crossroads (33 Throckmorton St. Freehold). Held on the 3rd Monday of every month from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. 

In this webinar, we will discuss the various challenges individuals with mild, moderate, or severe brain injuries may encounter, and how tailored approaches can address each person's unique needs. This presentation will also provide an opportunity for open discussion on the mental health difficulties that can arise after brain injury, along with strategies and techniques that may offer support and improvement. Presenter: Joshua Cohen, PhD

This presentation explores the multifaceted role of a caregiver. In this presentation, we will address common challenges such as burnout, stress, apathy, and behavioral issues. We will explore potential strategies for self-care and time management, which are essential for maintaining personal well-being and preventing burnout. Additionally, we will cover practical issues such as medical and financial decision-making and planning ahead. Caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and insights to enhance their caregiving experience and sustain their own health and wellbeing. Presenter: Elizabeth Van Roten, MSW, LCSW

We will discuss the potential for changes in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social functioning after brain injury and how these impact current and new relationships. We will highlight the importance of communication in expressing wants, needs, and expectations to navigate new or existing relationships. Individuals can be conflicted about what to say or whether to share information about their brain injury when meeting new people. We will explore this personal decision about how much to disclose. Health care providers will learn ways to sensitively discuss relationships and intimacy after brain injury. Survivors and families will learn strategies to ask their providers for information on intimate relationships. Presenter: Kathryn Murray, Psy.D.

Understanding how to recognize the difference between depression and the normal ups and downs in life The presentation will be interactive with strategies to combat those feelings Presenter: Dr. Yolanda Hawkins-Rodgers, LLC Licensed psychologist The workshop will be delivered via Zoom Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88308586864 Meeting ID: 883 0858 6864

In this webinar, we will discuss: Prevalence of traumatic brain injury in service members and veterans; Current screening methods and guidelines regarding return to duty for active service members; Acute, subacute, and chronic symptoms that may arise from injury; Current guidelines for management and wellness, as well as available resources for service members/veterans and their caregivers. Presenter: Jenieve Guevarra, MD