Mercer Council on Alcoholism and Drug Addiction

11/26/2025

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from the Team at Mercer Council!

This season, we are deeply grateful for our community clients, our collaborative partners, and our government funders and representatives. Your trust and support make our mission possible every day.

As we continue working to prevent addiction and support wellness across Mercer County, we invite you to consider a holiday donation to help strengthen our impact. Learn more or contribute at www.mercercouncil.org.

Thank you for being part of our community. 🧡
Wishing you a safe, healthy, and peaceful Thanksgiving!

10/31/2025

Mercer Council expands overdose support to include more substances. Read more!
https://conta.cc/4qt1qU6

Email from Mercer Council on Alcoholism and Drug Addiction You don't want to miss this. More Than Opioids: Mercer Council Broadens Overdose Support Alcohol, stimulants, and other substances are now in

10/31/2025

Building stronger communities through collaboration! Mercer Council Executive Director Margarita Leahy is engaging with Mercer County, NJ – County Government, State of New Jersey, City of Trenton, TOWNSHIP OF EWING and State leaders to strengthen partnerships and promote wellness across our region.

10/01/2025

This fall, we're .

Smoking (to***co use) is the leading cause of preventable death in the US (CDC.gov) - but we know that quitting saves lives. Join us over the next couple months as we prepare for the Great American Smokeout on Nov 20!

We will share information, tips, & quit resources for adults and teens - and their trusted friends and family members who want to help. If you're thinking about quitting smoking or va**ng - know you're not alone!

08/28/2025

Click the link below to view the live stream for our 10th Annual International Overdose Awareness Day event.

Join WBCB as we observe International Overdose Awareness Day. Presented by Capital Health, Haldeman Ford - Subaru...

08/28/2025

TONIGHT: Join us at Veterans Park North in Hamilton Township as we observe International Overdose Awareness Day 2025 as a Mercer County community.

Please if you have not done so already: https://www.mercercouncil.org/get-involved/international-overdose-awareness-day/ioad-participant-registration-form/

08/27/2025

This International Overdose Awareness Day we honor those we've lost and stand with families and loved ones affected by overdose. Thank you to leaders like Senator Shirley K. Turner and Assemblyman Anthony S. Verrelli for highlighting the need for compassion, awareness, and action.

Join us tomorrow at Veterans Park in Hamilton, NJ at 5:30-8pm to remember, reflect, and support one another. at https://www.mercercouncil.org/get-involved/international-overdose-awareness-day/ioad-participant-registration-form/

05/05/2025

🚫 Applications Closed! 🚫
Thank you to everyone who applied for the Geetha Arulmohan Scholarship! We’ve officially closed the application process, and our team is now reviewing all submissions. Stay tuned for updates on the next steps, and best of luck to all applicants! 🌟

04/25/2025

⏳ 1 Week Left: Scholarship Deadline is Almost Here! ⏳
The clock is ticking—only 7 days left to apply for the Geetha Arulmohan Scholarship Award! Don’t miss your chance to turn your dreams into reality. Get your application in before it’s too late! 🚀
✅ Apply Now!
✅ Deadline: Friday, May 2
✅ Open to: Students in and/or residents of Mercer County pursuing education, certification or licensing in fields related to prevention, public health, and related studies
This is your final push—make it count! 💥

04/18/2025

2-Week Countdown: Scholarship Application Deadline is Almost Here! ⏰
Time’s running out—just 2 weeks left to apply for the Geetha Arulmohan Scholarship! This is your chance to take a step closer to becoming an expert in the prevention and public health fields. Don’t wait any longer—submit your application before it’s too late! 📅✨

04/04/2025

🚨 1-Month Reminder: Scholarship Deadline Approaching! 🚨
Don’t miss your chance to apply for the Geetha Arulmohan Scholarship! You've got just ONE month left to submit your application. Whether you're pursuing your dreams or taking the next step in your education, this scholarship could help make it happen. ✨
✅ Apply Now! ✅ Deadline: May 2nd ✅

03/17/2025

📢 Have you heard the news? Mercer Council is now accepting applications for the Geetha Arulmohan scholarship award! We urge those interested in furthering their education or licensure in fields related to prevention and public health to .

Visit mercercouncil.org/scholarship to learn more and submit your application by Friday, May 2 to be considered. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! Please help us spread the word by sharing with a friend who might be interested.