NJCTS Tim Howard Leadership Academy Class of 2017 Embraces Leadership Role

The 4th annual NJCTS Tim Howard Leadership Academy was our best yet! Each of the participants took part in an intensive four-day training, promoting self-empowerment, self-leadership, and resilience--all important skills to succeed while living with Tourette Syndrome.  The Academy took place at Rutgers University from August 3-6 where leading TS experts led presentations and workshops throughout the program. Participants had the opportunity to learn from neurologists, geneticists, psychologists, social workers, and others about their diagnoses.  Read more.

TS Rocks! Join us for the best concert on the Jersey Shore.

Dance the afternoon away with us at the 1st annual "TS Rocks" benefit concert for NJCTS on Sunday, October 1, from 1-6 pm at the Charles J. Hesse Parish Center, 55 South Street, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716. We will have live music from the Bethanne Clayton Band, Bob Bandiera, Moroccan Sheepherders, Taylor Tote Band, and Carl Gentry, plus food, auctions, and 50/50! 

Get your tickets today. Click here.

Tickets in advance are $30 for adults / $20 under 18. Tickets at the door are $35 for all ages.
Now is your chance to become an NJCTS Youth Advocate

Are you a teen or young adult with Tourette Syndrome or do you have someone in your family with TS? Are you interested in becoming an NJCTS Youth Advocate? You could make a difference in the lives of hundreds of kids, families, and adults living with Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders. Come to our training and get all the resources you need to start! Contact Maddie Pucciarello at  mpucciarello@njcts.org or 908-575-7350 to sign up.
Join us Saturday, October 7 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Hillsborough Library, 379 S. Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844.
Update on New Jersey's Medical Marijuana Program

The New Jersey Department of Health will be accepting public comments on the Medicinal Marijuana Review Panel's initial recommendation to the Commissioner of Health for adding new qualifying conditions--including Tourette Syndrome--to the Medicinal Marijuana Program. The Panel's written recommendation can be found at  http://www.nj.gov/health/medicalmarijuana/review-panel/. You may submit your comments electronically at mmp.administrator@doh.nj.gov or by mail to NJ Department of Health, Medicinal Marijuana Program, PO Box 360, Trenton, NJ 08625-0360, Attn: Medicinal Marijuana Review Panel. This comment period will remain open for 60 days and will close on Monday, September 25, 2017. Comments must be emailed or postmarked by that date.
Join the community - Volunteer! 

NJCTS would not be able to provide programs and services in every corner of New Jersey if not for its vibrant, dedicated volunteers! We are always in need of teens, adults, and families to help spread the word, get some office work done, or help out at an event. We are looking for:
  • Oct. 1: Volunteers for TS Rocks securing silent auction items and/or day-of help
  • Oct. 18: Table volunteers for NJAAP School Health Conference in Somerset, NJ
  • October & November: Office volunteers needed in Somerville, NJ
  • Nov. 9-10: Table volunteers for NJEA Convention in Atlantic City, NJ
  • Nov. 18: Volunteers needed for NJ Walks for TS in North Jersey
If you would like to get involved and give back to an organization that has helped you, please contact us at 908-575-7350 or info@njcts.org to see how you can help!
Coming up! NJ Walks for TS in North Jersey

Saturday, November 18, 2017
Overpeck Park Amphitheater
199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660

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