Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention October 20
Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention October 20
Barbara Webb, 2013 Walk chair The class invited a guest speaker who was from a local suicide prevention agency. Gillan said the presentation about suicide prevention and ways to help others encouraged him to get involved in suicide prevention …… Continue reading
The Deadly Hold of Prescription Drug Abuse: Opinion
The deadly hold of prescription drug abuse: Opinion
Instead, prevention should be the focus: dramatically reducing the number of people who become addicted in the first place. In New Jersey, 7,238 people were admitted to state-licensed substance-abuse facilities in 2011, a threefold increase over the … Read more on The… Continue reading
Dedication Ceremony for Second New Jersey Medical Marijuana Center This …
Dedication Ceremony For Second New Jersey Medical Marijuana Center This …
“Diane was an inspiration,” said Roseanne Scotti, New Jersey State Director for Drug Policy Alliance. “She fought for … Compassionate Care is expected to open later this month and will become New Jersey's second operating Alternative Treatment Center. Read… Continue reading
Surviving an Overdose: NJ Teen Learns to Walk Again After Being Paralyzed
Surviving an overdose: NJ teen learns to walk again after being paralyzed
The teenager spent two months at the Johnson Rehabilitation Institute at JFK Medical Center in Edison with three hours a day of physical, occupational and speech therapy before he was able to walk well on his own. He… Continue reading
Democratic Club 90th Anniversary Brunch
Democratic Club 90th Anniversary Brunch
Aftercare and support following substance abuse treatment is an essential part of maintaining sobriety and creating a strong foundation for recovery. Call Jeffrey L. Reynolds 747-2606, ext. 12 or Steve Chassman, ext. 17. •Gam-Anon Support Group holds … Read more on Mineola American
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Christie to Headline Teen Rehab Center Fundraiser
Christie to Headline Teen Rehab Center Fundraiser
“No life is disposable and I know that the types of comprehensive treatment programs and education that Daytop provides can in fact turn around the lives of adolescents here in New Jersey. Mary Pat and I are honored to attend the annual gala… Continue reading