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  • Mental Health America Webinars

    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.

  • Ocean County Artist's Guild

    Upcoming classes.

  • Hope Sheds Light Family Coach Training
    Friday, January 17 @ 9:00 AM in Toms River
    Hope Sheds Light
    Ocean County Recovery Center

    Hope Sheds Light Family Coach Training

    Hope Sheds Light is hosting a Family Coach Training for family members who are interested in becoming a volunteer Family Coach for our organization. Providing this free, specialized training is an opportunity to help us expand our services and offer more support to family members struggling to cope with their loved one's addiction.

  • Connecting NJ Case Management: Family and Individual Services- Every Second Wednesday of the Month
    Friday, January 17 @ 4:30 PM in Brick
    The Children's Home Society of New Jersey

    Connecting NJ Case Management: Family and Individual Services- Every Second Wednesday of the Month

    Receive assistance with general applications, document translation, referrals for services and concrete goods. Open to anyone living in Monmouth or Ocean County, services offered in both English and Spanish.

  • Sunday, January 19 @ 2:00 PM in Toms River (Weekly)
    Toms River Artist Community
    TRAC Studio

    TRAC Presents: Discover Printmaking

    Join us at TRAC for a beginner-friendly linocut class with Jo Guscott. During this 4 week class students will work on projects and discover printmaking. Classes will be held on Sunday Afternoons, 2– 4 pm (January 19, 26 and February 2, 9). Open to ages 14 and up. Register: https://www.trac732.org/product/2025-discover-printmaking-4-part-class/249

  • Monday, January 20 @ 5:30 PM in Freehold (Week3)
    Neighborhood Connections to Health
    Crossroads

    Cocina Comunitaria Intergeneracional de Freehold

    ¿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.

  • Monday, January 20 @ 5:30 PM in Freehold (Week3)
    Neighborhood Connections to Health
    Crossroads

    Freehold Intergenerational Community Kitchen

    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. 

  • Self-Care in The Fourth Trimester
    Tuesday, January 21 @ 12:00 PM
    Englewood Health

    Self-Care in The Fourth Trimester Virtual

    Learn from licensed clinical social worker, Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, as we explore ways postpartum mothers can practice self-care during the fourth trimester. We will discuss how changing ideals and expectations of self can impact the practice of self-care, as well as how birthing experiences and relationship dynamics can affect recovery. Zoom Meeting ID: 289 858 5260

  • Managing Anxiety and Other Difficult Emotions During Pregnancy
    Tuesday, January 21 @ 5:30 PM
    Englewood Health

    Managing Anxiety and Other Difficult Emotions During Pregnancy Virtual

    Join expert Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, for a session focused on managing anxiety and other difficult emotions during pregnancy. We will explore common triggers for anxiety, expand emotional vocabulary to help manage these feelings, and engage in a stress management exercise. The goal is to help participants recognize common concerns during this time, feel less alone, and learn practical strategies for managing thoughts and emotions. Zoom Meeting ID: 289 858 5260

  • Cervical Cancer Awareness: Empowering Women with Knowledge and Prevention
    Tuesday, January 21 @ 6:00 PM
    Monmouth and Ocean County NJ Cancer Education & Early Detection - CEED

    Cervical Cancer Awareness: Empowering Women with Knowledge and Prevention Virtual

    Join us for our upcoming webinar focused on cervical health! Whether you’re looking to learn about prevention, early detection, or the latest treatment options, this session has you covered with expert insights. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vf-uvrD4sHNLdd0-cfvESVlBFyJKDPKNs#/registration

  • Concientizacion Sobre el Cancer de Cuello Uterino
    Tuesday, January 21 @ 6:00 PM
    Monmouth and Ocean County NJ Cancer Education & Early Detection - CEED

    Concientizacion Sobre el Cancer de Cuello Uterino Virtual

    ¡Únase a nosotros en nuestro próximo seminario web de dos partes centrado en la salud cervical! Ya sea que esté buscando aprender sobre prevención, detección temprana o las últimas opciones de tratamiento, esta sesión lo cubre con conocimientos de expertos. 

  • Our Health to Hold Monthly Webinar Series
    Wednesday, January 22 @ 10:00 AM (Week4)
    Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance

    Our Health to Hold Monthly Webinar Series Virtual

    A series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention,
    screening, social & support services. Join Us! Wednesdays (4th Wednesday of every month) at 10:00 AM. Hosted by Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance with a collaboration of community partners.

  • Wednesday, January 22 @ 10:00 AM

    Virtual Youth QPR Training Virtual

    QPR - Question, Persuade, Refer. QPR is a 90-minute evidence-based suicide prevention training. All participants receive suicide prevention materials and a certificate of completion. Presented by MHA NJ on 1/22 from 10:00 - 11:30 AM. Register: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vceyorDsuG9YIry-wB4Kv5X9yLRXYk6ji#/registration

  • Wednesday, January 22 @ 1:00 PM

    Safe Infant Sleep Webinar Virtual

    Join us for a free webinar on 1/22 to learn about Safe Infant Sleep tips from Birth to 12 Months presented by the SIDS Center of New Jersey. Participants will learn about the evidence-based safe sleep recommendations based on the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines to reduce the risk of SIDS.

  • Three A's of Parenting
    Wednesday, January 22 - Wednesday, December 31 @ 6:30 PM (Weekly)
    Counseling Support Services, LLC

    Three A's of Parenting Virtual

    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.

  • Monmouth & Ocean Quarterly Community Advisory Board Meeting
    Thursday, January 23 @ 11:00 AM in Brick
    The Children's Home Society of New Jersey

    Monmouth & Ocean Quarterly Community Advisory Board Meeting

    Virtual meeting for community members and providers to come together and connect with one another. Open to anyone living in or working with families in Monmouth or Ocean counties, Spanish translation available.

  • Ocean County Board of Social Services Feria de Empleo
    Saturday, January 25 @ 10:00 AM in Toms River
    Ocean County Board of Social Services Office

    Ocean County Board of Social Services Feria de Empleo

    La Feria de Empleo de la Junta de Servicios Sociales del Condado de Ocean se llevará a cabo el 25 de enero de 10:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. en la oficina de BOSS (1027 Hooper Ave. Toms River, Nueva Jersey, Edificio 7). ¡Por favor trae tu currículum!

  • Ocean County Board of Social Services Job Fair
    Saturday, January 25 @ 10:00 AM in Toms River
    Ocean County Board of Social Services Office

    Ocean County Board of Social Services Job Fair

    Ocean County Board of Social Services Job Fair will be held on 1/25 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at BOSS Office (1027 Hooper Ave. Toms River, NJ Building 7). Job fields include: permanent non-competitive positions, provisional competitive positions, unclassified appointments. Please bring your resume!

  • Serving Up Good Nutrition for Pregnant Women and Families
    Monday, January 27 @ 10:30 AM
    Central Jersey Family Health Consortium

    Serving Up Good Nutrition for Pregnant Women and Families Virtual

    Connecting NJ is excited to invite you to their upcoming virtual session, "Serving Up Good Nutrition for Pregnant Women and Families." Whether you're expecting, a new parent, or simply looking to improve your family's eating habits, this session is for you!

  • Tuesday, January 28 @ 9:00 AM (Monthly)

    Sexting, Cyberbullying and Media Manipulation and Their Dangerous Consequences Virtual

    How our laws have become outpaced by technology. For teachers, attorneys and the general public.

  • Tuesday, January 28 @ 10:00 AM
    Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance

    Health Priorities for Caregivers: A Virtual Health Series Virtual

    Topic: Learning How to Prioritize Self Health As a Caregiver. Caregivers will learn tools to find a better sense of balance between caring for a loved one's needs along with prioritizing their own needs. Also offered in Spanish. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrcuutqz8qHNeNVR8zB9yx3HoCNVQQcrMz#/registration

  • Tuesday, January 28 @ 1:00 PM

    Sueño Seguro Desde el Nacimiento Hasta los 12 Meses (Webinar) Virtual

    Únase con nosotros para un seminario web gratuito para aprender los consejos de un sueño seguro para todos los bebés desde el nacimiento hasta los 12 meses presentados por el Centro SIDS de Nueva Jersey.

  • Exercising for Two: Fitness Essentials for a Healthy and Safe Pregnancy
    Tuesday, January 28 @ 5:30 PM
    Englewood Health

    Exercising for Two: Fitness Essentials for a Healthy and Safe Pregnancy Virtual

    Join Senior Physical Therapist, Michael Formisano, for a comprehensive talk on staying active safely during pregnancy. Learn why staying active matters for mom and baby, and discover how to safely monitor your progress. Take away valuable insights on heart rate indicators, physical adaptations, and more, to empower a healthy pregnancy journey. Zoom Meeting ID: 289 858 5260

  • Wednesday, January 29

    Ocean County Point In Time Count 2025

    From January 29 - February 4, 2025 Ocean County will be conducting county-wide Point In Time Count surveys of all sheltered and unsheltered homeless families, youth, veterans and individuals in order to guide efforts to end homelessness across the State of New Jersey. For more information, contact Katie Colhoun at kcolhoun@oceanpartnership.org.

  • Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey Family Camp 2025
    Thursday, February 6 (Monthly)
    Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey

    Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey Family Camp 2025

  • True Vine Ministry Code Blue Resource Days
    Friday, February 7 @ 9:00 AM in Bayville (Week1)
    True Vine Ministry & Hope Sheds Light
    True Vine Ministry

    True Vine Ministry Code Blue Resource Days

    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. 

  • NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities Transition Thursday Webinar Series
    Friday, February 7 @ 6:00 PM (Monthly)
    NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities

    NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities Transition Thursday Webinar Series Virtual

    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

  • Entendiendo la Rehabilitación Vocacional y Los Servicios de Transición Previos al Empleo (Pre-ETS, por sus siglas en inglés): Parte 2
    Tuesday, February 11 @ 12:00 PM
    SPAN Parent Advocacy Network

    Entendiendo la Rehabilitación Vocacional y Los Servicios de Transición Previos al Empleo (Pre-ETS, por sus siglas en inglés): Parte 2 Virtual

    Hablaremos sobre: -La continuidad de los servicios vocacionales (VR, por sus siglas en inglés), incluidos los Servicios de Transición Previos al Empleo y los Servicios de Transición de la Rehabilitación Vocacional. -Los Servicios de Transición de Rehabilitación Vocacional y quién puede recibirlos. -Que incluye el Plan Individualizado de Empleo (IPE, por sus siglas en inglés) y las funciones que pueden desempeñar los estudiantes, los jóvenes y los padres en el desarrollo del IPE (por sus siglas en inglés).

  • Understanding Vocational Rehabilitaiton & Pre-ETS: Pt 2
    Tuesday, February 11 @ 12:00 PM
    SPAN Parent Advocacy Network

    Understanding Vocational Rehabilitaiton & Pre-ETS: Pt 2 Virtual

    We will discuss: -The continuum of VR services, including Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and VR Transition Services -VR Transition Services and who can receive them. -What an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) includes and the role students, youth and parents can play in the development of the IPE.

  • Wednesday, February 12 @ 10:00 AM
    Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance

    Health Priorities for Caregivers: A Virtual Health Series Virtual

     Topic: Affordable Health Coverage Access Caregiver Edition. Caregivers will expand their Medicaid & dual special needs plan health coverage literacy. We will also review Horizon NJ health member specific programming. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkcuCurDwoEtPLvoScJUDXyY6zt9sP_8hh#/registration

  • Sunday, February 16 (Monthly)
    Traumatic Loss Coalition and the Disaster and Terrorism Branch

    Managing Sudden Traumatic Loss Training

    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. 

  • Ocean County Utility Assistance Day
    Wednesday, February 19 @ 9:30 AM in Toms River
    NJ Board of Public Utilities
    Ocean County Library Toms River Branch

    Ocean County Utility Assistance Day

    Need help with utility bills? Join us for Ocean County Utility Assistance Day on 2/19 from 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Location: Ocean County Library - Toms River Branch (101 Washington St. Toms River, NJ). Learn more here: https://nj.gov/bpu/assistance/programs/

  • Brain Injury Caregiving: Navigating Challenges and Helpful Tips
    Wednesday, February 19 @ 12:00 PM
    Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey

    Brain Injury Caregiving: Navigating Challenges and Helpful Tips Virtual

    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

  • Friday, February 28 @ 11:00 AM
    Traumatic Loss Coalition

    Sleep Health and Suicidal Behavior in Youth Webinar Virtual

    Dr. Tina Goldstein’s presentation delves into the intricate relationship between sleep health and suicidal behavior, emphasizing findings from her prospective study. Webinar will be held on 2/28 at 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM via Zoom. Register here: https://rutgers.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElduqtqTgiHt16SCGMmSfJDnaK2w00IbAB#/registration

  • Navigating Dating & Relationships After Brain Injury
    Tuesday, March 4 @ 12:00 PM
    Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey

    Navigating Dating & Relationships After Brain Injury Virtual

    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.

  • Talk Saves Lives: An Intro to Suicide Prevention
    Wednesday, March 19 @ 6:00 PM

    Talk Saves Lives: An Intro to Suicide Prevention Virtual

    AFSP NJ and Stafford Township partner to bring community members Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention. Talk Saves Lives presentation covers the latest data on suicide within the U.S., what we know about this leading cause of death, the most up-to-date research on prevention, and what we can all do to fight suicide.

  • Am I Blue or Is It Just Another Tuesday?
    Wednesday, April 30 @ 7:00 PM
    Family Support Organization of Bergen County

    Am I Blue or Is It Just Another Tuesday? Virtual

    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

  • Traumatic Brain Injury In Service Members and Veterans: Symptoms, Support, Advocacy, and Wellness
    Monday, May 19 @ 12:00 PM
    Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey

    Traumatic Brain Injury In Service Members and Veterans: Symptoms, Support, Advocacy, and Wellness Virtual

    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

  • Guardianship and Durable Powers of Attorney
    Thursday, June 12 @ 6:30 PM
    Family Support Organization of Bergen County

    Guardianship and Durable Powers of Attorney Virtual

    The workshop will cover the basics of guardianship, limited guardianship, conservatorship, and other surrogate decision-making options, with an aim towards attaining the maximum possible independence for your child while preserving vital protections for important decision-making. We will discuss how to secure guardianship and the importance of medical directives and durable power of attorney for those with capacity to make some decisions, but not all. We will also discuss the role and responsibilities of the guardian, and how to pass guardianship to a successor when parents are no longer here. This 90-minute presentation includes a Q&A.