On September 28th Mercer CMO's CCCC Zero Suicide Team will join the Out of Darkness Walk in an effort to fight suicide. Walk with us or donate to our goal of raising $1000 for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. 

Where: Hamilton's Veteran's Park @ 9am

Club DREAMS, a Down Syndrome Enrichment center offers enrichment, socialization, education, life skills, and job skills programs for free to individuals with Down Syndrome. People with other special needs can also get involved by becoming a DREAM Team Member. 

NJP2P, aka EnlightenMENT, provides young people 14-21 in care of DCP&P or OOH placement with peer support through trained professional staff and credible messengers with lived experience. Referrals can be made by the youth or anyone involved with their care and welfare. 

Family Connects NJ is a new program that connects parents with a specially trained nurse for a personalized follow up visit at home within the first two weeks after their child’s birth. Visits are offered to all families at no cost, regardless of income, insurance or immigration status.

The summer camp program offers children between 5 and 14 years old the opportunity to participate in a unique program geared to keep at-risk youth occupied during non-traditional, non-school hours. Services are geared to those who are high energy, need additional support, and/or require a smaller group size to perform at their optimal level. 

MCLS offers daily events, throughout the county, for the entire family. Events may include Tax Prep, Teen Pride Club, Citizenship Exam Prep, Steam Lab, Storytime, and so much more. Find more details including dates, times, and registration information on MCLS website.

Summer Camp Registration now open!

S.E.A.L Academy Summer STEAM Camp runs June 24th - August 16th, 8:30-3pm

Grades 1-8th

Spaces are limited - Register Early!

Children who have been through scary or stressful events often experience new difficulties at home, school, and in their day-to-day lives. We're here to help!

In office counseling for children ages 0-12 and their caregivers. Therapists will support families in overcoming difficulties resulting from challenging experiences to build healthy futures. 

Have an epic time at SkyCamp! Kids can have fun while staying active, with instructor-led activities like age-appropriate exercise and Ultimate Dodgeball. It’s easy and hassle-free for parents: Drop ’em off and we’ll make sure they have the best experience ever. SkyCamp includes Jumping, Art & Crafts, Outdoor Time, and Movie Time!

The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is an 8-week employment program for youth between the ages of 14 to 18 living in Princeton or attending a Princeton school. The program offers entry-level work experience, job readiness training, and career development training to all applicants.

The 2024 employment period will be from July 1 to August 23, 2024. 

Fun & Educational Tennis Activities for Kids ages 8-18. 

Runs June 24 - August 1 @ Cadwalader & Villa Parks from 8:30-11:30 am Monday - Thursday.

Fee: $60 for 6 weeks = $10/week

Free Event for 12–16-year-olds. The conference will provide workshops related to mental health, substance abuse, gender identity, and healthy relationships. 

Saturday June 1st, 2024 9:30am - 4:00 pm. 

Join us for a day of exploration, healing, and support tailored for men, women, young adults, and families. Discover tools to overcome obstacles and thrive as your best self. Lunch included. 

Saturday May 18 10am-3pm

Plainfield Performing Arts Center. Admission is FREE - register to attend. 

Creative Change Counseling Peer Recovery & Recovery Advocates of America Presents "Rise & Recover"

Saturday May 25th 12-8pm at Kuser Farm Park in Hamilton

FREE and Open to anyone in Recovery

Mercer County strives to enhance community services and resources, creating an environment where every individual can thrive. Through collaborative efforts and a dedication to serving its diverse population, Mercer County is working to be an example for the entire State.

Naturalist News - Spring 2024

Spring Programs Newly Released

Be the first to reserve your spot for our most popular programs, from Beaver Walks to Birdwatching. New this season are special outings for fathers and their children, a Meadow Fire Walk visiting the Park Commission’s prescribed burn areas, and Owls for Kids!

Led by experienced lactation experts, this workshop will cover everything you need to know about breastfeeding, from the basics of latch and positioning to tips and tricks to troubleshoot common challenges like increasing your milk supply.

Every Monday from 11am-1pm at 212 Centre St Trenton.

Must visit website to sign up for appointment. 

Starting 4/1/24 Creative Change Counseling will be offering Art Therapy Groups for youth ages 11-17. 

Mondays - Hamilton 3525 Quakerbridge RD Suite 903 5-6pm

Wednesdays - Lumberton 669 Main St Lumberton 6:30-7:30

For More information call 609-534-5016 or email [email protected] OR [email protected]

A virtual workshop for parents & caregivers who want to learn what is normal behavior for 3-8 year old's, what might be causing their tantrums/meltdowns, and how to navigate and reduce their tantrums and meltdowns.

Comfort Zone Camp serves children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, primary caregiver, or friend. All programs are offered at no cost to families. CZC provides a safe, nurturing environment where kids can have traditional camp fun, while at the same time acquiring tools to help them cope with their loss.

Join us for an informative and engaging free webinar for caregivers and educators. This webinar will provide information on Mental Health Awareness Month and co-occurring disorders. The presenters will discuss the awareness of co-occurring disorders, what they are and why they are important, and treatment options for co-occurring disorders. Don't miss it! This event is open to all New Jersey caregivers, including educators and mental health professionals.

A free program for VIPs 65+ that combines medical education, interesting topics, and fun activities.

Love is at the root of everything-all learning, all parenting, all relationships. Love or the lack of it. ? The greatest thing we can do is to help somebody know that they're loved and capable of loving. ? From the time you were very little, you've had people who have smiled you into smiling, people who have talked you into talking, sung you into singing, loved you into loving.? Come and Learn about the Golden Key of Loving Attachment and Parenting!

Join us as we learn about keeping the Summer fun and safe with the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey. Designed for families, this session discusses open water safety, safety in and around pools, proper life jacket fitting, and sun safety tips.