Recovery Junction Recovery Center

02/24/2026

🚨 Weather Announcement – Recovery Junction 🚨

Due to the snow, the Recovery Junction office will be CLOSED today for the safety of our participants and staff.

Mutual aid meetings will still be running.

The office will reopen on Wednesday, February 25th at 9:00 AM.

Please stay safe, stay warm, and take care of yourselves. We look forward to seeing everyone back in the space on Wednesday! ❄️💙

02/11/2026

Spread the Love: Valentine’s Candle Making Workshop! 💖

Looking for a way to celebrate this Valentine's Day? Join us at Recovery Junction for a special Valentine’s Candle Making Workshop!

Whether you're making a gift for a loved one or a treat for yourself, come let your imagination run wild! We’ll be sharing our visions and creating together in a collaborative, nurturing, and supportive environment.

02/07/2026

⚖️ Know Your Rights: Legal Support at Recovery Junction

Dealing with housing issues or looking to clear your record? Understanding the legal system shouldn't feel like an uphill battle.

We are excited to host Laura, the Community Outreach & Engagement Manager from Northeast New Jersey Legal Services, for a special tabling event! This is your chance to get expert guidance on critical issues that impact your future and your stability.

🔍 What We’ll Cover:
~Expungement: Learn the steps to clear your record and open new doors.
~Housing Concerns: Get clarity on your rights as a tenant and how to handle disputes.
~Accessing Help: Find out how to qualify for and navigate free legal services.

02/06/2026

💜 February Happenings at Recovery Junction 💜

New month, new opportunities to connect, heal, and grow together. Whether you’re looking for support, creativity, or community we’ve got something for you. Come through and bring a friend!

✨ This Month’s Activities:

🤝 Community Care Meeting
Every Tuesday @ 11AM
A safe, judgment-free space to share, learn, and connect with others on similar journeys.

💬 The Journey Continues – Weekly Group
Tuesdays @ 1PM
Led by Peer Luis, this group supports anyone navigating relapse or getting back on track in recovery.

🕯️ Valentine’s Candle Making Workshop
Friday, February 13th @ 12PM
Celebrate recovery and loved ones with a fun, creative afternoon of candle making and festive treats.

🛟 Rescue Ready: Narcan Training
Tuesday, February 17th @ 2PM
Learn how to recognize and reverse an overdose. FREE Narcan kits provided.
Contact Gabriel: gtraylor@preventionlinks.org

🍽️ Soul Food Friday Potluck
Friday, February 20th @ 12PM
In partnership with Vision of Hope Recovery Center, join us for food, fellowship, and celebration in honor of Black History Month.

To learn more about our activities and events you can also stop by Recovery Junction during our open hours.

📍 Recovery Junction – Hudson County
Mon–Fri 9AM–9PM | Sat 11AM–7PM

02/03/2026

🌟 Strength in Community & Support

We have been honored to host Maria and Leah from the Mental Health Association’s Mobile Crisis Outreach Response Team at Recovery Junction every Thursday! 🤝

Navigating a mental health crisis can feel overwhelming, but knowing there are specialized, mobile resources available changes the game for our Jersey City community.

Awareness is the first step toward healing, and we are so grateful to Maria and Leah for sharing their expertise on how to connect those in need with the right help at the right time.

📍 Visit Us
If you or a loved one are looking for a place to start your journey toward support, our doors are open. You don’t have to do this alone.

Where: 35 Journal Square Plaza, Suite 500, Jersey City
When: Monday – Saturday, (Monday through Friday 9AM to 9PM, Saturdays 11AM to 7PM)

Let’s keep the conversation going and continue building a safer, more supportive environment for everyone. 💚

01/30/2026

✨ Tonight at Recovery Junction: Advisory Board Meeting! ✨

Are you passionate about addiction recovery, mental health advocacy, and making a real difference in our community?

Join us tonight at 6pm for our Recovery Junction Recovery Center Advisory Board Meeting and learn how you can help guide programs, strengthen services, and support individuals on their recovery journey.

💙 Why join the Advisory Board?
• Make a direct impact on recovery services
• Connect with like-minded community leaders
• Share your skills in fundraising, marketing, program development, or advocacy
• Help lead meaningful change in Hudson County

📩 Interested in becoming a board member?
Email us for more details: recoveryjunction@preventionlinks.org

01/27/2026

✨Inspiration was in the air last week! ✨
We were so honored to hold the 2nd Annual Beautiful Journey Recovery storytelling event at Rise Up Recovery Center in collaboration with Vision of Hope Recovery Center and Rise Up Recovery Center

A huge shoutout to our very own CPRS intern, Charles Cooper for proudly representing Recovery Junction and amazing job to all of the other speakers.

After the moving stories, we fueled up with an amazing pasta dinner and danced the night away to DJ Louie Garcia. It was a beautiful reminder that recovery isn’t just about the work; it’s about celebrating the life we’ve reclaimed.

Ready to start your own chapter?
Come visit us at Recovery Junction! We’re here Monday through Saturday at
35 Journal Square Plaza, Suite 500 in Jersey City,

ready to help you write your own success story.

01/20/2026

Do you know what to do when someone is in a mental health crisis?

Join us for a special tabling event at Recovery Junction! We are thrilled to host Heather, a Peer from the Mental Health Association of New Jersey () , to discuss the Mobile Crisis Outreach Response Teams (MCORT).

Learn:
✅ How the MCORT program works.
✅ How to access vital linkages and community resources.
✅ Practical ways to support people during their toughest moments.

Knowledge saves lives. Come empower yourself with the tools to help our Jersey City neighbors!

📅 When: Thursday, January 22nd
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Where: Recovery Junction 35 Journal Square Plaza, Suite 500 Jersey City, NJ 07306

01/09/2026

✨ The Beautiful Journey ✨
Join us for an evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration as we honor the power of recovery and resilience.

Come enjoy food, fellowship, and music while hearing uplifting stories that remind us all how beautiful the recovery journey truly is. 💜

📅 January 23, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 121–125 Chestnut Street, Roselle, NJ

🎧 Music by DJ Louie Garcia
📲 RSVP via QR Code
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQqK82vOq-Au5PNF_QTElIbyR9YG36YONC7PerwAXlshwfMQ/viewform

This event is hosted in collaboration with our amazing partners, including Vision of Hope, Rise Up Recovery Center, and Recovery Junction.

01/02/2026

✨ Wrapping Up Our Financial Literacy Workshop Series! ✨

We were thrilled to host the final session of this year’s Financial Literacy Workshop this week! Our very own Senior Peer Services Coordinator, Michelle, led an engaging discussion on smart shopping and coupon clipping, helping participants stretch their dollars and make the most of every grocery store trip. 🛒💡

Participants also received financial literacy supply bags, and a big congratulations to Mariama and Leim of winning shopping wagon raffle! 🎉

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Participants also received financial literacy supply bags, and a big congratulations to Mariama and Leim of winning shopping wagon raffle! 🎉

12/29/2025

On Tuesday, December 23rd, Recovery Junction delivered Blessing Bags to the Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey (CSPNJ) Hudson County Warming Center, supporting individuals experiencing homelessness during the winter months.
Each bag was filled with essential items to help provide warmth, comfort, and care during this challenging season.

We are grateful for the continued collaboration and shared commitment to meeting people where they are and offering dignity, compassion, and hope. Thank you to the Hudosn County CSPNJ team, volunteers, CPRS interns and Recovery Junction team for help delivering these bags. 💛

12/29/2025