This isn’t your typical after-school program—we offer homework help, exciting field trips, lessons in math & science, hands-on experiments, computer programming, snacks + dinner, with academic enrichment to help you succeed. Transportation from MLK School to @BrookdaleCC is provided.

Join us for the holiday open house and grand opening of Lighthouse Counseling and Sand Play Therapy Training Center! Celebrate the season with drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a warm introduction to our new space and services.

Celebrate the season with live music, light snacks, and book signings! Enjoy the talented musicians and connect with the community. Don’t miss this opportunity to spread holiday cheer and support local artists!

Monmouth County CIACC Education Partnership Committee presents an in-person-only event at Monmouth Cares. A light breakfast is included, sponsored by High-Focus Treatment Centers. Registration is required,

Join the "Pathways to Prevention" webinar on December 6, 2024, at 12:00 PM, for healthcare providers in Monmouth County. Focus: lead poisoning prevention, screenings, and transportation for young children. Includes recent data and resources. Register via QR code or contact (732) 431-7456 ext. 8584.

Come see us light the Christmas Tree, watch Santa arrive then have children ages 2 through 8 participate in the Candy Cane Hunt. No registration! Rain Date: 12/13/2024

Join us every Friday night for Community Dinner at the Lunch Break Community Kitchen! All are welcome!

Join Interfaith Neighbors' free expungement event on Saturday at the Launch Center in Asbury Park, NJ. First-come, first-serve assistance.  Don't miss this opportunity to clear your record!

The Krampus Asbury Park Festival is a unique and vibrant celebration in Asbury Park, New Jersey, blending holiday cheer with the darker side of folklore. Hosted by The Paranormal Museum, this annual event offers a thrilling and memorable way to kick off the holiday season.

Join us for a festive Christmas Sing-along with Judy Grimes on piano and Angus Rennie leading the singing on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at the Atlantic Highlands Arts Council, 54 First Ave., Atlantic Highlands. This event is FREE and perfect for the whole family. Don't miss out on the holiday fun!

You’re invited to the Second Chance Treasures Kids Clothing & Toy  FREE SHOP event on Sunday, December 8th, from 12-3 PM, where you can pick up kids' clothes and toys for newborns to 11-year-olds. Invite your friends and neighbors for a day of holiday fun!

Monmouth County residents can connect with a Division of Social Services (DSS) representative at 180 Turning Lives Around Family Justice Center, Freehold: Mondays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m

Middle and high school students passionate about civil rights and social justice are invited to participate. Participants in the youth competition will be invited to a roundtable discussion in 2025 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Law Against Discrimination (LAD), the first state civil rights statute to go into effect in the country.  

Join Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, in a safe and supportive community designed specifically for new mothers. Our postpartum group session offers a confidential space to share your emotions, connect with others, and develop essential coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and the transitions of motherhood. You'll gain valuable tools to prioritize your emotional well-being, foster a deeper connection with your baby, and thrive during this life-changing journey. Join Zoom Meeting https://ehmchealth.zoom.us/j/2898585260 Meeting ID: 289 858 5260 ¡Hablamos Español!

Join us at Lunch Break for free, no experience necessary, playwriting workshops, including story sharing, dinners, and performances, open to Monmouth County adults age 21 and older. Participants will see their plays performed by professional actors in front of family, friends, and community members.

Join Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, in a safe and supportive community designed specifically for expectant mothers. Our prenatal group session offers a confidential space to share your emotions, connect with others, and develop essential coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and the transitions of motherhood. You'll gain valuable tools to prioritize your emotional well-being, foster a deeper connection with your baby, and thrive during this life-changing journey. Join Zoom Meeting https://ehmchealth.zoom.us/j/2898585260 Meeting ID: 289 858 5260 ¡Hablamos Español!

Hey New Jersey, wondering how to still take advantage of NJ produce during the winter? Join Ricardo Kairios, FCHS Educator, to learn which produce is available in NJ during the winter and easy recipes you can use to add these items to your plate!

In this webinar you will be introduced to 3 tools that will transform the quality of the relationship you have with your child. You will also be offered an opportunity to stay in touch and work with a qualified professional to support you on your parenting journey.

Learn how to transform your relationship with your child using the groundbreaking "3 A's of Parenting" approach. How to Avoid common parenting mistakes. What Adjustments can be made to improve your current parenting style. How to Affirm the greatness that exists within your child.

Learn more about The Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC) with Mike Marotta from Disability Rights New Jersey. Mike will give us an overview of services available through ATAC.

Join us for a festive celebration of art, community, friends, and music at the Two River campus. Enjoy live music, local vendors, artisans, hot cocoa, crafts, and activities for kids. Plus, meet Red Bank community partners sharing information and resources. It's the perfect way to check off your gift list!

Over 200 businesses featuring products made in Monmouth County will be on display and for sale. Made In Monmouth is a program for both vendors and visitors to encourage people to shop locally and to create new and important items that the public will want to buy! All events are free to both businesses and the public.

Calling all case managers, navigators, outreach workers and discharge planners - get super connected! Join a new Lunch and Learn every 3rd Friday of the month.  Topic include: Engaging Consumers, Advocacy, Communication, Assessment and more!

Teens ages 10-13 are invited to the Red Bank Family YMCA for fun and fitness with friends monthly starting Saturday, Nov. 16 at 5 p.m.! Enjoy FREE access to the gymnasium, fitness floor, and swimming pool, plus free time and refreshments. 

Current literature regarding the evaluation and treatment of patients with traumatically induced disorders of consciousness (DOC) will be addressed, in addition to the definitions and evaluation of the spectrum of DOC. Common complications that can slow or arrest recovery are considered. Updated practice guidelines and recommendations for diagnoses and care and treatment strategies for DOC will be reviewed. Objectives: Participants will be able to discuss: Definitions of the spectrum of disorders of consciousness (DOC); Outcomes after DOC; Updated practice guidelines for the management of patients with disorders of consciousness; Recommendations for programs caring for patients with DOC. Presenter: Dr. Brian Greenwald

Would you like to cook healthy, low-cost meals? Take home tasty meals for your family? Connect with the community? Learn new cooking skills? All ages, experience levels & cultures welcome! No cost to participants, food & supplies provided.

In this webinar, we will discuss the various challenges individuals with mild, moderate, or severe brain injuries may encounter, and how tailored approaches can address each person's unique needs. This presentation will also provide an opportunity for open discussion on the mental health difficulties that can arise after brain injury, along with strategies and techniques that may offer support and improvement. Presenter: Joshua Cohen, PhD

This presentation explores the multifaceted role of a caregiver. In this presentation, we will address common challenges such as burnout, stress, apathy, and behavioral issues. We will explore potential strategies for self-care and time management, which are essential for maintaining personal well-being and preventing burnout. Additionally, we will cover practical issues such as medical and financial decision-making and planning ahead. Caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and insights to enhance their caregiving experience and sustain their own health and wellbeing. Presenter: Elizabeth Van Roten, MSW, LCSW

We will discuss the potential for changes in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social functioning after brain injury and how these impact current and new relationships. We will highlight the importance of communication in expressing wants, needs, and expectations to navigate new or existing relationships. Individuals can be conflicted about what to say or whether to share information about their brain injury when meeting new people. We will explore this personal decision about how much to disclose. Health care providers will learn ways to sensitively discuss relationships and intimacy after brain injury. Survivors and families will learn strategies to ask their providers for information on intimate relationships. Presenter: Kathryn Murray, Psy.D.

Understanding how to recognize the difference between depression and the normal ups and downs in life The presentation will be interactive with strategies to combat those feelings Presenter: Dr. Yolanda Hawkins-Rodgers, LLC Licensed psychologist The workshop will be delivered via Zoom Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88308586864 Meeting ID: 883 0858 6864

In this webinar, we will discuss: Prevalence of traumatic brain injury in service members and veterans; Current screening methods and guidelines regarding return to duty for active service members; Acute, subacute, and chronic symptoms that may arise from injury; Current guidelines for management and wellness, as well as available resources for service members/veterans and their caregivers. Presenter: Jenieve Guevarra, MD