DUNELLEN, NJ — September 1, 2026 — Wellspring Center for Prevention joined community members, local leaders, and partner organizations on August 31 for the 10th Annual Overdose Awareness Ceremony at Washington Memorial Park in Dunellen. Held in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, the annual ceremony honors lives lost to overdose, supports individuals and families…
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Summer provides young people with a chance to recharge, explore new interests, make new connections, and grow outside of the traditional classroom. This year, students participating in Wellspring Center for Prevention’s Pathways summer programming did all of that and more. Through hands-on activities, community partnerships, creative projects, social-emotional learning, and trips beyond the program setting,…
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Every year on August 31, communities around the world observe International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to remember the people whose lives have been lost to overdose, support the family and friends who carry that loss, reduce the stigma surrounding substance use, and take action to prevent future deaths. International Overdose Awareness Day, often abbreviated…
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If you’re interested in becoming a substance abuse counselor, here are the different types of CADC certifications to consider.
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Every September we acknowledge National Recovery Month to educate that substance use treatment can enable those with disorders to live healthily.
Read MoreBy Gideon Abadilla, Youth Development Specialist Making social connections as an adolescent can seem difficult, awkward, and even frustrating. At this age, young people are still discovering who they are and may worry about making a bad impression on others. Add that to the reality of growing up in a digital age, where smartphones and…
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As children become teenagers, one of the more difficult adjustments for parents is figuring out when to hold on and when to let go. Teenagers naturally want more freedom to spend time with friends, make their own plans, travel without their parents, use their phones privately, and make more decisions for themselves. Parents, meanwhile, are…
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Discover effective strategies to promote healthy aging among seniors, including proper nutrition, exercise, social engagement, and more.
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Learn methods to create an Inclusive classroom that promotes a warm and welcoming environment for students.
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Parenting is a mix of big, life-changing decisions as well as tiny, daily ones. The parenting style you take on will have long-term consequences for your family’s future. Learn more about the four types of psychologist-accepted parenting styles to determine which would be the best option for your family.
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Here are some back-to-school tips for parents looking to help their children prepare for the new school year.
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