Dear Prevention,

 

Raising children in today’s digital world is a challenge many of us are navigating together.


As a parent, I see it firsthand.


My four-year-old son, born during the COVID pandemic, initially spent quite a bit of time on his tablet—like so many kids who found comfort in screens during those isolating days.


But lately...I’ve noticed a beautiful shift.


He’s becoming less interested in his tablet as he dives into new passions, like music and dance, exploring the world around him in ways that bring him joy beyond the screen.


At Prevention Links, we know that fostering resilience in children means helping them pursue their interests and build relationships with peers and trusted adults.


Our programs, such as LifeSkills and Strengthening Families, offer kids and their families the tools to build emotional resilience and balance, equipping them to navigate today’s pressures with confidence and connection. And with workshops on mental health and digital balance, we’re helping kids embrace technology without letting it define their lives.


Additionally, our Family Success Centers offer a welcoming, supportive space where families can come together, access resources, and connect with others who understand their challenges.


From parenting workshops to community activities, the centers provide families with opportunities to explore new interests and skills together.


Thank you for supporting our mission to help kids grow up with a sense of inner strength and purpose. Together, we can guide them toward a life filled with real connections, joyful passions, and lasting resilience.

Program Highlights

Webinar: Support Systems

🗓️ Monday, November 11th, 12:00pm-1:00pm

📍 Zoom


Join NJ4S Union Hub for an insightful webinar on “Support Systems,” where we explore the critical role of social connections in promoting mental and physical well-being. Gain valuable tools to foster community resilience and enhance your understanding of the importance of supportive relationships in everyday life.

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"The Talk" for Parents

🗓️ Tuesday, November 12th 3:30pm-5:00pm

📍 Bayway Family Success Center, 10 1st St, Elizabethport, NJ 07206


Bayway Family Success Center is proud to present our “The Talk” parenting class. In this class, we will be teaching parents in the community how to educate their children about their bodies and sexuality. If you would like to participate in this program, please call the Center at 908-289-0136

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Mommy & Me Storytime & Pumpkin Painting

🗓️ Friday, November 15th, 11:00am-12:00pm

📍Greenway Family Success Center, 1005 Rahway Ave, Unit 1, Avenel, NJ 07095


Join Greenway Family Success Center for this awesome child bonding activity! Caregivers and their little ones from 1 to 5 years are invited to cozy up for a delightful hour of stories, followed by a fun pumpkin painting craft.

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Diaper Distribution

🗓️ Friday, November 22nd, 2:00pm-4:00pm

📍Liberty Family Success Center, 341 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032


Liberty Family Success Center will be having a diaper and formula distribution for anyone in the community in need. A New Registration Is a must every month! Parent ID/Passport & Child’s Birth Certificate is required. Space is limited.

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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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