A peer-run, nonprofit, community-based center that strives to provide support to individuals who are experiencing mental health and substance abuse issues. The mission of Journey to Wellness is to create a supportive, consumer-focused community that provides the resources, help, and advocacy necessary to attain and maintain wellness.

Journey to Wellness offers groups throughout the weekday evenings.

• Tuesday, and Thursday (Toms River location), 2pm-8pm
  • Tuesday and Thursday evenings focus on providing emotional support, education, and interaction. Light refreshments are available.

• Friday  (Toms River location), 2pm-8pm
  • Friday evenings focus on providing emotional support, education, and interaction. Light refreshments are available. From 6-8pm enjoy "CAFE MHA", a welcoming space where people can socialize, build connections, and support their wellness in a relaxed, community-focused space.
• Saturdays (Toms River location), 10am-3pm
  • Saturday morning/afternoon provides a supportive space for individuals to come together, build connections, and engage in meaningful activities that promote personal growth and wellness.

For group topics and socialization activities, information can be found on the monthly Journey to Wellness Calendar.  All groups are held at 25 South Shore Drive Toms River, NJ 08753 unless otherwise specified on the calendar. 

*******TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE on first-come, first-served basis.

For more info:  email: MHAOCEAN@mhanj.org / hshawlinski@mhanj.org OR call: 732-244-0940

Age Groups	Adults Seniors
Health Services	Behavioral / Mental Health Behavioral Mental Health Medical Meditation / Relaxation Techniques
Payment Types	Free
Areas Served	Ocean County

Last Updated: 03/09/26