There are various addictive and dangerous substances that people in our community may access. This newsletter intends to highlight Fentanyl, Tranq (Xylazine), and Opiates which are substances causing serious health problems in the United States. People are now able to obtain these drugs via internet sources. This process only compounds the substance abuse crisis.
Matt Bellace, PhD: Supporting Teens in Reducing Their Stress (and Ours)
Recent research suggests that well-adjusted teenagers have stronger non-cognitive skills, such as self-control, grit and resilience. This program will focus on how Mahwah, NJ parents can help foster those skills in a supportive environment without arguing. Specifically, it will present techniques such as…
Call Mahwah NJ's Substance Abuse and Addiction Hotline
We Have A Winner: 2022 Jeep Raffle Fundraiser Drawing
Legalization of Cannabis: Know the Facts
Supporting Children During a Pandemic: Trauma Informed Supports
DEA Introduces 'One Pill Can Kill' Public Awareness Campaign
This week, the DEA released a Public Safety Alert warning the American public of the alarming increase in the lethality and availability of fake pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine. The Public Safety Alert launches One Pill Can Kill, DEA’s new public awareness campaign to educate Americans on the dangers of counterfeit pills and how to stay safe.
The Winner of the MMA's 2021 Jeep Raffle
CONGRATULATIONS to Elliott Feldman of Mahwah, NJ who held winning ticket #529 on Saturday 9/25 at Mahwah Day during the live 2021 MMA Jeep Raffle drawing!! We'd like to give a sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to our fundraiser this year from around the country, it's your support that allows us to provide our programs to our NJ/NY community!
Let's Get Practical With At-Home Learning
Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety (Film Screening)
Angst is an IndieFlix Original, documentary designed to raise awareness around anxiety. The film includes interviews with kids, teens, educators, experts, parents and a very special interview with Michael Phelps. The goal is to help people identify and understand the symptoms of anxiety and encourage them to reach out for help.
2020 Summer Police Academies Have Been Canceled
Rachel's Challenge: Schools Free of Harassment, Bullying & Violence
The Winner of the MMA's 2019 Jeep Raffle
CONGRATULATIONS to Abel Alvarez of Suffern, NY who held winning ticket #409 on Saturday 9/21 at Mahwah Day during the live 2019 MMA Jeep Raffle drawing!! We'd like to give a sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to our fundraiser this year from around the country, it's your support that allows us to provide our programs to our NJ/NY community!
