This week’s edition of Prevention Pulse brings attention to funding decisions, overlooked prevention strategies, and the escalating impact of xylazine in nearby Pennsylvania. From statewide controversies to grassroots action, we’re covering the latest developments shaping addiction prevention and behavioral health. You’ll also find details on upcoming CEU trainings for CPS professionals and new Wellspring blog…
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Who Is Wellspring Center for Prevention?
Wellspring Center for Prevention is a private nonprofit agency serving community members and organizations of Middlesex and Monmouth Counties. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through our quality prevention and intervention services. Our programs promote sound mental health, effective family functioning, and awareness of the devastating effects of substance misuse and dependency.
School-Based Clinical Services
As part of our offerings, Wellspring provides school-based clinical services in partnership with various school districts in Middlesex County. Our programs are designed around collaboration with the school district’s practices and on-site support services to ensure a seamless, barrier-free environment to care. Each program is staffed by professionals experienced in youth development, mental health counseling, and case management and backed by Wellspring’s mission to help educators focus on their youth and foster and develop healthy minds and healthy bodies.
Know anyone who is in need of referral to treatment?
For the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988.
Click here to access our online help-tool.
Or, call the statewide Addiction Access Center at 844-276-2777.
Upcoming Events and Classes
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CPS Course: P201: Dynamics and Process of ATOD Dependency & Abuse
In this course, participants will identify major drug categories and learn about the addiction spectrum from abstinence to dependency and different models of ATOD abuse…
Thursday, July 10, 2025 – Friday, July 11, 2025 Zoom -
CPS Course: P202: Impact of SUD’s on Families & Larger Systems
This course is designed to explore the complex relationship of family dysfunction, alcohol and drug abuse and prevention. Interactive exercises will be used to present…
Thursday, July 17, 2025 – Friday, July 18, 2025 Zoom -
CPS Course: P203: Prevention Issues With Special Populations
You can’t put a round peg into a square hole. This course presents information about children, adolescents, older adults, LGBTQ individuals, individuals with disabilities, individuals…
Thursday, July 24, 2025 – Friday, July 25, 2025 Zoom
Our Programs
Our work is centered around improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, professionals, and communities through quality prevention and intervention services. Our programs promote sound mental health, effective family functioning, and awareness of the devastating effects of substance misuse and dependency across the lifespan.
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Stay up-to-date with our most recent endeavors, research, and events by following our official social media channels. By following us, you’ll gain insights into our projects, objectives, and the communities we serve. Your engagement aids our mission and helps amplify our cause.
Support Our Mission
Wellspring Center for Prevention is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that is supported by grants, non-governmental contracts, and donations from community members like you. Your kind donations – accepted in any amount – are used to support our programs and events throughout Middlesex County.
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On the Blog
Emerging Risks, Policy Changes, and Prevention Insights | Prevention News June 27, 2025
This week’s Prevention Pulse newsletter covers new policy efforts to prevent teen gambling, research on screen addiction and suicide risk, and notable updates in overdose prevention and enforcement. Addiction News & Policy Updates: Week of June 23 New Jersey Aims to Tackle Teen Gambling Addiction New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a bill requiring high schools…
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