https://pressroom.prlog.org/careplusnj/ About Care Plus NJ, Inc. - Care Plus NJ is a northern New Jersey provider of recovery-focused mental health, substance abuse and family services that addresses the unique needs of individuals with a holistic approach to recovery and overall wellness. https://www.prlog.org/12224408-grant-allows-for-expansion-of-supportive-housing-for-young-women-in-essex-county.html Strive for Independence program has received a grant from the State of New Jersey to expand housing opportunities for females age 18-21.Thu, 10 Oct 2013 20:13:55 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12220192-westwood-firefighter-honored-for-years-of-service-with-bergen-county-fire-prevention-program.html William Quinn, Westwood firefighter since 1982, has been commended for his volunteer work as a fire safety educator for the Bergen County Juvenile Fire Prevention Program.Wed, 02 Oct 2013 20:28:48 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12209117-music-therapy-program-helps-to-improve-socialization-communication-and-motor-skills-in-children.html CarePlus is offering Music Therapy Group sessions to children with social, behavioral, and mental health challenges. The groups will be led by music therapist Paul Kates, and will run for 10 weeks.Wed, 11 Sep 2013 20:28:13 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12197940-behavioral-health-workshops-announced-leading-off-with-motivational-interviewing.html CarePlus Innovations will be offering behavioral health workshops and has released the schedule for the 2013-2014 season. The schedule runs from September through May and starts off with a one-day course on Motivational Interviewing.Thu, 22 Aug 2013 19:42:06 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12189312-making-mental-health-stigma-free-priority-in-paramus-new-jersey.html A “Stigma-Free Zone” has been created in Paramus, NJ by citizens, business leaders, and local government officials.Wed, 07 Aug 2013 20:10:19 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12182144-new-aware-campaign-helps-people-recognize-symptoms-of-mental-illness.html A public service piece (AWARE) has been released by CarePlus as a way to help identify and seek help in the case of a mental health crisis.Fri, 26 Jul 2013 14:18:34 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12177545-training-available-to-become-licensed-alcohol-and-drug-counselor-in-new-jersey.html CADC / LCADC certification training classes are being offered by CarePlus Innovations for those interested in becoming a certified or licensed counselor.Thu, 18 Jul 2013 20:53:15 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12128703-youth-mental-health-first-aid-training-now-available-to-nj-teachers-safety-personnel-community.html Youth Mental Health First Aid training (YMHFA), designed to help identify risk factors and symptoms of mental illness in youth 12-18, is now available from Care Plus NJ, Inc., the only certified YMHFA trainers in the state of New Jersey.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:43:22 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12093550-manchester-regional-high-schools-falcons-lounge-announces-5th-annual-dodgeball-tournament.html Manchester Regional High School announces 5th Annual Dodgeball Tournament on March 21st. Proceeds support senior Safe Celebrations program.Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:20:24 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12084952-allies-celebrates-one-year-of-service-helping-lgbtq-teens.html A.L.L.I.E.S. the LGBTQ teen support group offered through CarePlus celebrates its first year of service in Bergen County, New Jersey.Thu, 21 Feb 2013 22:34:34 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12079448-careplus-director-selected-to-co-chair-bergen-county-childrens-interagency-coordinating-council.html Jessica Shea of Care Plus NJ, Inc. (“CarePlus”) was appointed to co-chair Children’s Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC) in Bergen County, New Jersey.Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:25:29 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12073151-new-program-for-teen-girls-who-are-suffering-from-depression.html A New Program For Teen Girls Who Are Suffering From DepressionMon, 04 Feb 2013 20:48:38 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11974572-grant-enables-bergen-community-college-and-care-plus-nj-to-initiate-student-suicide-prevention.html SAMHSA awarded a 3-year grant to provide funds for Mental Health First Aid training for campus personnel and students, as well as to develop and implement educational seminars and produce informational materials to increase suicide awareness.Thu, 13 Sep 2012 21:07:25 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11919513-collaboration-of-behavioral-health-care-plus-addiction-treatment-is-turning-point-for-two-new-jer.html Care Plus NJ, Inc. of Paramus and Turning Point of Paterson have announced an affiliation, offering collaborative treatment and referral services for their clients with mental health and/or substance abuse issues.Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:42:02 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11900446-courage-awards-gala-provides-night-of-celebration-and-hope-along-with-few-tears.html The Venetian in Garfield provided an elegant backdrop for the guests and honorees at the Care Plus Foundation 14th Annual Courage Awards Gala.Thu, 14 Jun 2012 20:59:02 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11894992-breaking-news-ny-knicks-announcer-to-emcee-care-plus-courage-awards-gala.html Paramus-born NY Knicks Announcer was announced as the emcee for the Care Plus foundation’s 14th Annual Courage Awards Gala.Thu, 07 Jun 2012 20:49:32 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11887077-care-plus-nj-ranked-number-one-for-customer-satisfaction-in-2011-mhca-survey.html Care Plus NJ, Inc. has been ranked number one in the 2011 Mental Health Corporations of America, Inc. (MHCA) Customer Satisfaction Survey for the third time.Tue, 29 May 2012 20:02:22 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11874484-miss-america-2012-laura-kaeppeler-to-receive-courage-award-from-paramus-foundation.html In recognition of her work with children of incarcerated parents, Miss America 2012 Laura Kaeppeler has been named one of three honorees at the 14th Annual Courage Awards Gala on June 12, 2012.Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:17 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11867115-inaugural-golf-outing-announced-by-care-plus-foundation.html Care Plus Foundation’s mission to decrease the stigma of mental illness and pave the way for access to care serves as the backdrop for a golf outing being held on October 15, 2012 at White Beeches Golf and Country Club in Haworth.Fri, 04 May 2012 19:08:11 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11866061-bergen-county-freeholder-ganz-to-be-honored-at-the-care-plus-foundation-courage-awards-gala.html In recognition for his work with those who are facing the challenges of mental illness and substance abuse, Bergen County Freeholder David L. Ganz has been named one of three honorees at the 14th Annual Courage Awards Gala on June 12, 2012.Thu, 03 May 2012 18:32:23 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11851498-new-workshop-on-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-announced-by-care-plus-nj.html A workshop on FASD will be held on May 21, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Care Plus NJ facility located at 610 Valley Health Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey.Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:01:58 GMT https://www.prlog.org/11848060-14th-annual-courage-awards-gala-announced-by-care-plus-foundation-of-new-jersey.html The Care Plus Foundation has announced the honorees for their 14th annual Courage Awards. This year’s honorees include a national celebrity and other local heroes who have supported children and families affected by crime and incarceration.Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:05:00 GMT