We offer programming and support across the lifespan in several areas that encourage people on their path to recovery, give youth the skills they need for smart and health decisions, give parents the support that they need, support older adults to encourage wellness, and arm communities with the tools they need to reduce substance misuse.
This list is some of our upcoming programs. Please visit our family, older adult, school, community, and recovery support pages or our events calendar to see what other programs we offer!
Tablet for Seniors program educates older adults on how to use a tablet/ internet. For 3 sessions seniors learn how to navigate the internet, how to use zoom, email, play games and internet security. While learning digital skills seniors stay socially connected and increase wellness.
The Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth is delivered over seven or fourteen weeks in parent, youth, and family sessions that are highly interactive and include role-playing, discussions, learning games, and family projects. This family skills program is designed to delay the onset of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, increase resistance to peer pressure, and improve parent management skills. Families are provided with dinner, free babysitting, transportation (if needed), and a $100 Visa Gift Card upon graduation.
The WISE Program is a health and wellness program targeting older adults. WISE promotes health through education concerning high-risk behaviors in older adults. The WISE Program is designed to help older adults celebrate healthy aging, make healthy lifestyle choices and avoid substance abuse. The curriculum is designed to take place once per week over a six-week period. Each lesson is about 1 ½ to 2 hours, not including time breakfast or lunch, which we recommend serving in order to help the group get to know each other and socialize. Older Adults receive a $25 Visa Gift Card upon graduation.
Passaic County Older Adults....Put Life Back Into Your Life. Consider a TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH FREE Workshop developed by Stanford University.
Free book. Gift card and certificate on completion of at least 4 sessions!
Are you an adult (over 55 yrs) with an ongoing health condition or a caregiver of a person with a chronic disease? You’ll get the support you need, find practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue, discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand new treatment choices, and learn better ways to talk with your doctor and family about your health.
If you have conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, or addictions, this workshop can help you take charge of your life.
Sign Up Now. Spaces Are Limited.
Join a free 2 hour Passaic County Workshop, held each week for six weeks. Learn from trained volunteer leaders with health conditions themselves. Set your own goals and make a step-by-step plan to improve your health—and your life.
If you are interested in attending, email our Family Support Specialist at familysupport@cafsnj.org.
The Strengthening Families Program serves parents and youth ages 10-14. Join us for a seven week engaging fun filled family program. Session are once a week and include free dinner, child monitoring, and interactive activities including role-playing, discussions, learning games, and family projects. Families that complete the program receive a $100 Gift Card. This family skills program is designed to delay the onset of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, increase resistance to peer pressure, and improve parent management skills.
Familias Fuertes es un programa para familias y jóvenes de 10 a 14 años. Los invitamos a participar en este programa familiar d 7 semanas. Las reuniones son una vez a la semana e incluye cena gratis, cuidado de niños, y actividades interactivas y divertidas para toda la familia. Familias que terminan el programa reciben una tarjeta de regalo de $100.
Nuestro programa está diseñado para retrasar el consumo de alcohol, tabaco, y otras drogas, aumentas la resistencia hace la presión de grupo, y ayuda desarrollar las habilidades como padres.
November 6
7-8 pm
The Strengthening Families Program serves parents and youth ages 10-14. Join us for a seven week engaging fun filled family program. Session are once a week and include free dinner, child monitoring, and interactive activities including role-playing, discussions, learning games, and family projects. Families that complete the program receive a $100 Gift Card. This family skills program is designed to delay the onset of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, increase resistance to peer pressure, and improve parent management skills.
Familias Fuertes es un programa para familias y jóvenes de 10 a 14 años. Los invitamos a participar en este programa familiar d 7 semanas. Las reuniones son una vez a la semana e incluye cena gratis, cuidado de niños, y actividades interactivas y divertidas para toda la familia. Familias que terminan el programa reciben una tarjeta de regalo de $100.
Nuestro programa está diseñado para retrasar el consumo de alcohol, tabaco, y otras drogas, aumentas la resistencia hace la presión de grupo, y ayuda desarrollar las habilidades como padres.
We offer programs that help parents and families connect in a safe and fun way.
We offer recovery support services for individuals who misuse substances and those who love them.
