Dear Prevention,


Families are usually the first to witness the devastating effects of addiction, and they play a vital role in recovery.


Yet, we also know that families face their own challenges—especially when they’re ready to seek help, but their loved one isn’t.


This gap can feel insurmountable.


It leaves family members frustrated, isolated, and unsure of how to move forward. That’s where the Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) model comes in.


CRAFT is a research-based approach that equips families with the tools they need to effectively support their loved ones while still taking care of themselves. Unlike some more old-school approaches (not knocking those), CRAFT focuses on:


  • Improving communication.
  • Building motivation for change.
  • Fostering a supportive environment for recovery.


Through the Regional Family Support Center initiative, Prevention Links, in partnership with Prevention Resources, is proud to offer CRAFT to families in the Central Region of NJ.


Our trained Family Support Coordinators work with families 1:1 and in our weekly CRAFT meeting to understand substance use, develop healthy coping strategies, and create plans to support their loved ones—no matter where they are in their recovery journey.


This vital program is available in every county, thanks to funding by the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services (NJ DMHAS).


If you’re a family member struggling to navigate the complexities of addiction, know that support is available in both English and Spanish. The recovery journey isn’t easy, but with the right tools and community, it is absolutely possible to rebuild trust, foster connection, and move toward a brighter future.


For more information about CRAFT and family support services in Union and Middlesex Counties, please reach out to us at recoverysupport@preventionlinks.org.


For those outside our region, we encourage you to contact the Regional Family Support Center in your county.


If you're not in a position where you need this service - I ask that you join me in spreading the word. You wouldn't believe how many times someone has come to me privately to let me know that they love someone facing addiction and didn't know about the available resources.


Together, we can empower families to be a catalyst for change and healing. Thank you.

🎁 Other Giving Opportunities 💜

Family Success Toy Drives


This year - we are in a tough position. Our beloved toy coordinator has retired from her volunteer role and we need to make sure we carry on this tradition in her stead. We're aiming to brighten the season for children and families who might otherwise go without at our Family Success Centers. It’s a reminder that even a small act of generosity can make a big difference, and we’re honored to help these families feel the joy of the season through your support.

View Our Toy Wishlist

Journey of Hope Event


Our Journey of Hope event on January 10th at our Rise Up Recovery Center in Roselle will be another opportunity for the recovery community to come together.


This gathering celebrates the resilience of individuals in recovery and provides a space to connect, share recovery stories, and uplift one another. Our goal is creating an environment where people in recovery feel a profound sense of belonging and support—an environment that helps make the journey a little bit easier.

Donate Baked Goods
Register as a Storyteller

Program Highlights

Holiday Movie & Hot Cocoa

🗓️ December 13th, 2pm-4pm

📍 Rise Up Recovery Center, 121 Chestnut St, Lower Level, Roselle, 07203


Join Rise Up to enjoy festive films and delicious treats with friends in a cozy, supportive environment!

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Annual Winter Wonderland

🗓️ December 14th, 11am-2pm

📍Elizabethport Community Center, 250 2nd St, Elizabeth, NJ


Join the Elizabeth Parent Support Group and our Elizabethport Community Center to skip long, tiring lines and get a FREE holiday experience and photo with Santa! Also, while you wait, write a letter for the holiday season with us and enjoy a hot cup of cocoa.

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NJ4S Webinar December Series: Overcoming Holiday Blues

🗓️ December 16th, 12pm-1pm

📍Zoom


The holiday season can be a time of joy, but it can also bring feelings of stress, loneliness, and sadness for many. Join us for this interactive webinar as we explore the causes of holiday blues and share practical strategies to maintain emotional well-being during this time of year. You’ll learn tips for managing expectations, staying connected, and creating a positive holiday experience. Let’s work together to make this season more fulfilling and less overwhelming.

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Prevention Links is a private, non-profit organization with a history dating back to 1971. With community being defined as any environment where people live, work, or learn, the goal of Prevention Links is to pull together all available resources to eliminate the deleterious effects of drugs, alcohol, violence, and inadequate educational and health institutions in our communities


Our mission is to foster healthy sustainable communities by empowering people through education, collaboration and by serving as the linkage to resources.



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