New Jersey Coalition for Addiction Recovery Support

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NJ-CARS provides an inclusive platform to celebrate the hope of recovery, promote the value of individuals with lived experience, and to incorporate and strengthen recovery support services across the continuum of care throughout New Jersey.

Thank you to Seton Hall University for being an Empowerment Sponsor with a sponsorship of $5,000+ for the 6th Annual Rec...
02/26/2026

Thank you to Seton Hall University for being an Empowerment Sponsor with a sponsorship of $5,000+ for the 6th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference hosted by us!

Join us on March 5, 2026 at Seton Hall University for a meaningful day of connection, learning, and supporting addiction recovery.

Register now: https://whova.com/portal/registration/ojDLYyIxYKSYrk-ABwyR/

We are proud to recognize Ruby Clark as a 2026 Rising Leader Award recipient.Ruby is the Founder and CEO of RUBY’S VISIO...
02/25/2026

We are proud to recognize Ruby Clark as a 2026 Rising Leader Award recipient.

Ruby is the Founder and CEO of RUBY’S VISION INC. in Paterson. A woman in long-term recovery, she brings both lived experience and more than 30 years of professional service in health care, public health, and community safety to her work.

Under her leadership, RUBY’S VISION INC. operates a resource center and low-barrier drop-in center that provide peer support, harm reduction supplies, food, clothing, referrals, and transportation to medical, treatment, and social service appointments. Weekly street outreach ensures continued connection to individuals in surrounding neighborhoods.

Ruby also partners with the Paterson Housing Alliance and co-leads the Code Blue transportation initiative, helping protect vulnerable residents during extreme weather conditions.

Her dedication, compassion, and action-driven leadership reflect the true meaning of the Rising Leader Award. We look forward to honoring her at RECO2026 on March 5 at Seton Hall University.

Announcing Insurance & Risk Management for Recovery Residences.This session provides practical guidance on navigating in...
02/25/2026

Announcing Insurance & Risk Management for Recovery Residences.

This session provides practical guidance on navigating insurance coverage and managing risk within recovery housing environments. Participants will gain strategies to protect residents, staff, and programs while addressing today’s liability challenges.

A must-attend for recovery housing operators and leaders.

Invite your participants to attend. Bring your staff. Share with your partners. RECO2026 is more than a conference — it’...
02/24/2026

Invite your participants to attend. Bring your staff. Share with your partners. RECO2026 is more than a conference — it’s where connection turns into action.

Join the New Jersey Coalition for Addiction Recovery Support on March 5 at Seton Hall University for a full day of learning, collaboration, and strengthening recovery across New Jersey.

Let’s build a stronger recovery ecosystem together.

For scholarship information or registration support, email rclapsis@preventionlinks.org.

Thank you to Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey for being an Empowerment Sponsor with a sponsorship of $5,000+...
02/24/2026

Thank you to Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey for being an Empowerment Sponsor with a sponsorship of $5,000+ for the 6th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference hosted by us!

Join us on March 5, 2026 at Seton Hall University for a meaningful day of connection, learning, and supporting addiction recovery.

Register now: https://whova.com/portal/registration/ojDLYyIxYKSYrk-ABwyR/

Here’s a sneak peek at one of our powerful keynote sessions at the 7th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference on March 5,...
02/24/2026

Here’s a sneak peek at one of our powerful keynote sessions at the 7th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference on March 5, 2026 at Seton Hall University.

Dr. David Best will take us inside the global evidence behind recovery capital and what it really takes to move from research to real-world impact. This keynote will explore how peer support, community connection, and system-level collaboration can drive long-term recovery outcomes — and how we intentionally build stronger recovery ecosystems across individuals, organizations, and communities.

The conversation doesn’t stop there. Throughout the day, breakout sessions like Recovery Housing 101, Healing-Centered Leadership: Moving Beyond Burnout, and Reimagining the Role of Narcotics Anonymous Within Modern Recovery Ecosystems will bring these ideas to life with practical strategies and real-world application.

If you care about building systems that don’t just talk about change but actually create it, this is a session you’ll want to be in the room for.

Registration is open.

We’re pleased to announce From Search to Submission: Streamlining the Grant Process.This session offers a practical road...
02/23/2026

We’re pleased to announce From Search to Submission: Streamlining the Grant Process.

This session offers a practical roadmap for identifying funding opportunities and strengthening grant readiness from start to finish. Learn how to improve efficiency, preparedness, and competitiveness in the grant process.

Presenters: Chelsea Stack & Sasha Condas

Because strong funding strategies support strong recovery systems.

We’re proud to present Beyond Enforcement: Building Resilient Communities Through Collaboration at RECO2026.This session...
02/19/2026

We’re proud to present Beyond Enforcement: Building Resilient Communities Through Collaboration at RECO2026.

This session explores how recovery organizations, social services, and public safety systems can partner in ways that reduce harm and strengthen community resilience — moving beyond punitive approaches toward sustainable solutions.

Presenters: Jessica Fernandez & Kathleen Snell

Collaboration is key to building stronger ecosystems.

02/18/2026

Ramadan Mubarak from the New Jersey Coalition for Addiction Recovery Support.

Ramadan is a sacred time of reflection, prayer, self-discipline, and community connection. The themes of hope, perseverance, and renewal that define this month resonate deeply with the spirit of recovery.

To all who are observing, we wish you a peaceful and restorative Ramadan. May this month bring clarity, strength, and continued healing.

We’re excited to announce Recovery Housing 101 at RECO2026.This session will break down the core principles, models, and...
02/18/2026

We’re excited to announce Recovery Housing 101 at RECO2026.

This session will break down the core principles, models, and best practices that define quality recovery housing. Attendees will gain a strong foundation in how recovery residences promote stability, accountability, and long-term recovery success.

Presenters: Alex DeSevo & Carlos Storck-Martinez

Join us as we explore one of the cornerstones of a strong recovery ecosystem.

Roses are red, violets are blue… RECO2026 scholarships are waiting for you 💘This Valentine’s Day, we're is offering 50 s...
02/14/2026

Roses are red, violets are blue… RECO2026 scholarships are waiting for you 💘

This Valentine’s Day, we're is offering 50 scholarships to attend the Recovery Ecosystems Conference 2026 on March 5 at Seton Hall University.

We believe access matters and we’re proud to support our recovery community in gathering, learning, and building stronger systems together.

Scholarships are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

To receive a scholarship registration code, email Rachel Clapsis at rclapsis@preventionlinks.org.

Each year, we honor individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact on recovery support across New Jersey!We’re...
02/09/2026

Each year, we honor individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact on recovery support across New Jersey!

We’re now accepting nominations for the RECO2026 Awards. This is an opportunity to recognize leaders, collaborators, and community members who embody the values of recovery, connection, and service and who are strengthening recovery ecosystems statewide.

You may nominate one person per category, and any category may be left blank.

Award recipients will be announced at the Recovery Ecosystems Conference on March 5, 2026 at Seton Hall University.

Submit your nomination here: https://forms.gle/SbpofYr4jhEyCviq5

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Who We Are

Around the country, communities of recovery have come together to bring additional, improved resources for recovery support services to their states and communities. Now is the time for the New Jersey Recovery Community to stand together and ensure that the expansion of recovery support services in the state is driven by the recovery community.

It is not enough for peers to be front line workers in recovery support. Individuals in recovery should be empowered to take the lead in developing, implementing, and governing these services. By coming together, we strengthen our voice to ensure we are heard by decision-makers, collateral service providers, and, most importantly, individuals struggling with substance use disorders and their loved ones.

CARS is supported through funding awarded to Prevention Links by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) through the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA), which was signed into law by President Obama in 2016. Building Communities of Recovery (BCOR) is a three-year initiative designed to mobilize resources within and outside of the recovery community to increase the prevalence and quality of long-term recovery support from substance use disorders.

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