Family Connections - NJ4S Essex

12/09/2025

Young people thrive when they know an adult truly sees them, hears them, and believes in them. 💛

Join NJ4S-Essex on January 7, 2026 at 5:30pm for “Becoming a Trusted Adult,” a virtual workshop designed to help caregivers, school staff, and community members build deeper, safer relationships with youth.

Presenters Marney Rohda and Maureen Underwood will share practical tools to strengthen trust and encourage young people to seek support when it matters most.

🔗 Save your spot: https://bit.ly/4pkznW7
📲 QR code available on the flyer!

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Becoming a Trusted Adult: Guidance for Supporting Young People. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/24/2025

If you or someone you know could use extra support this Thanksgiving, NJ4S-Essex has you covered. 🧡🦃 We’ve put together a list of local Essex County food pantries to help families access the resources they need this holiday season.

Visit the NJ4S-Essex Link in Bio for the full list of pantry locations and hours.

We’re here for you, today and every day. 🍁

11/21/2025

Celebrating Literacy Day at Nelson Mandela School! 📚✨

NJ4S-Essex Staff had the joy of reading to scholars in Pre-K through 2nd grade — inspiring imagination, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

Nothing better than connecting with our youngest readers and supporting their growth one story at a time! 💛

11/20/2025

Team NJ4S-Essex understood the assignment—show up, show love, and show out at the Family Connections Thanksgiving Potluck! 🦃🥧

Thankful for our incredible staff who pour into our community all year long. 🍁

11/04/2025

🗳️ It’s Election Day, NJ! Let’s follow our Assistant Director’s lead and get out there to VOTE! 🙌🏾💙

Polls are open until 8PM — don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard and show off that NJ pride! 🇺🇸✨

10/31/2025

Inspiring night at the Partnership to End Addiction Gala — raising hope, awareness, and support for families impacted by addiction. NJ4S-Essex leadership, representing Family Connections, was honored to attend and stand alongside others dedicated to ending addiction and supporting recovery.

10/28/2025

Join us Tuesday, November 12 at 5:30 pm for Inside the Teenage Brain: What Every Parent Should Know — an eye-opening webinar with Cori Hammond and Linda Richter that will change how you understand your teen. 💡🧠

Don’t miss this must-attend session for parents and caregivers!
👉 Register now: http://bit.ly/473asj2

Hosted by Family Connections’ NJ4S-Essex in partnership with

10/22/2025

Family Connections’ NJ4S-Essex team joined the Pre-College & Community Partner Fairs at Science Park High School on Friday, October 10th!

Our Prevention Consultants, Tracy and William, connected with students and shared valuable resources to support their academic success and overall well-being.

We’re proud to partner with schools and community organizations that empower youth to thrive—inside and outside the classroom!

10/02/2025

Picking the conversation up where we left off last month 💬✨ Family Connections’ NJ4S-Essex is keeping the dialogue around youth mental health and su***de prevention going.

Join us on October 15th at 5:30 PM for “What You Need to Know About Youth Su***de Prevention” with presenters Marney Rohda and Maureen Underwood. Learn how to recognize warning signs, ask the right questions, and support the young people in your life. 💛

👉 Register here: http://bit.ly/47LSwKz, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit our Link in Bio.

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10/01/2025

September had us in full school spirit! 🎒💡 Family Connections’ NJ4S-Essex joined Back-to-School Nights at Great Oaks Downtown Middle, Fairmount Heights Middle, Legacy Middle, and GOLCS High—supporting students, families, and staff with resources and encouragement for the year ahead. Here’s to making this school year the best one yet! 📚✨

09/26/2025

🌱 Family Connections NJ4S-Essex’ Growing Minds, Growing Gardens program is here! 🌱

This exciting initiative brings the joy of gardening to children, families, schools, and community centers. No matter your space or experience, you can enjoy the well-being that comes with growing your own plants! Participants will receive free individual-sized plants and have the chance to host workshops that sow the seeds of wellness in the community.

✨ Sign up today to join Family Connections NJ4S-Essex’ Growing Minds, Growing Gardens: https://bit.ly/4ieJabP