Events

RSVP Only. Location at local coffee shop TBD. This informal gathering is an opportunity to discuss whatever you need support with right now, whether you're in recovery or supporting someone on their journey. Come, share your thoughts, connect with others, and feel heard in a non-judgmental environment. Grab a coffee, relax, and be part of... Read more »

Calling all parents interested in making a difference and becoming leaders! Join us for our PAC meeting to share your ideas for future programming at the center and give back to our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard—your input matters!

Research shows that gratitude can boost mood, lower stress, and strengthen relationships. In this interactive session, participants will explore gratitude-based mindfulness practices, journaling techniques, and ways to incorporate appreciation into daily life for sustained emotional well-being. Registration: rb.gy/ym36gf

Join us as we go over smart ways to prep and create a shopping list before going food shopping. We will be educating on the importance of building a balance meal an shopping.

Join us for a powerful, judgment-free group where we focus on releasing what holds  us back and embracing what lifts us up. Through reflection, journaling, and real conversations, we’ll explore how letting go and practicing gratitude can help us grow stronger in recovery, find peace in the present, and open the door to new possibilities.

An educational self-esteem program for females. Each session is packed with activities and emphasizes discussions on self-confidence, body awareness, and self-care. THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR FEMALES AGES 5 AND UP.

An alternative to 12-step meetings, “All Recovery” meetings welcome all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, or support the recovery lifestyle. We support all pathways to recovery, meaning that all addictions are welcome. All recovery is a safe space for people to feel safe and supported during all stages of recovery.  

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a 12-step fellowship designed to help people become and stay abstinent from drugs. "We are not interested in what or how much you used or who your connections were, what you have done in the past, how much or how little you have, but only in what you want to do... Read more »

These sessions will now take place fully online until further notice. Thank you for your flexibility! *Open to non-binary people How to Join a Zoom Meeting Learn more about Narcotics Anonymous

Peer Support Works meetings offer a nonjudgmental space for people exploring safer ways to reduce substance-related harm. Rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices, these gatherings welcome all pathways of change. Come as you are—support, education, and connection are here. Zoom Meeting -  Meeting ID: 83109858232

Join us virtually every Tuesday for Safety Use Works.    

Join us in our welcoming space as we focus on reducing risks, offering practical tips and non-judgmental support from people who truly understand your journey. Offering new insight and information around safe use supplies. Zoom ID: 831 0985 8232

Once a month a representative comes to the center to assist families apply for NJ SNAP benefits and answer any questions related to NJ SNAP. An appointment is required for assistance, please call us at 201-622-2210 to schedule a time.

An alternative to 12-step meetings, “All Recovery” meetings welcome all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, or support the recovery lifestyle. We support all pathways to recovery, meaning that all addictions are welcome. All recovery is a safe space for people to feel safe and supported during all stages of recovery.

The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program now offers appointments at the Bayway Family Success Center! Appointments will be held every first Monday and third Tuesday of Every month.

Need help with Homework? Reviewing for a test? Completing a Science Project? Practice your Spelling, Math, Reading; Refreshments are provided for students! Ideal for students from 1st – 6th grade! Parents must sign in and out when dropping students! Parents must complete an orientation session! Call us for more information: 201.758.8792

Join us as we celebrate the Fall season with different crafts and fun activities! Children will explore art through seasonal projects designed to spark imagination, build confidence, and celebrate friendships!

Recovery Dharma offers an approach to recovery based on Buddhist principles. RD believes that: Buddhist teachings offer a powerful approach to healing from addiction & living a life of true freedom; that recovery means empowerment, and supporting each other as partners walking the path together; and that recovery is rooted in finding your own inner... Read more »

Join us for an after school program to help students develop learning strategies and provide support and help with homework!

Ideal for students in Kindergarten–6th grade, our Homework Club provides a supportive space for children to complete school assignments, ask questions, and build study skills. Parents must remain present during the session.

The goal of this youth enrichment program is to empower young people by fostering resilience, building self-confidence, and enhancing social-emotional competence. Through engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate activities, the program aims to strengthen youth social connections and equip them with the tools to navigate challenges, build healthy relationships, and thrive in their communities.

A cozy community gathering to celebrate gratitude, good food, and great company! Families are invited to share a meal, enjoy a fun craft, and add to our Thankful Tree as we come together to connect and give thanks this season.

Join us for this engaging workshop series in November at 6PM. Together we’ll learn how to build stronger relationships with our families, reduce stress and feel more confident. Contact Michelle at mmoreland@preventionlinks.org with any questions or to sign up.

Have coffee and learn to crochet with other community member learn new skills and make new friends This Program will be hosted every Wednesday from 11:00am– 1:00pm. Please call us to Register: 201.758.8792

This Spanish-language program provides vital information for parents of children from birth to age 5. It covers ways to discipline your child without violence; how to prevent tantrums; how to make your home safer for children; and how to take care of yourself during the stressful early childhood years. For parents of children ages 0... Read more »

You can now apply for SNAP benefits on your own using our new kiosk—no assistance needed. It's quick and easy, and available by appointment only on the first and third Wednesday of every month.

Join NJ4S at Rise Up Recovery Center for a heartfelt and informative workshop designed to help parents and caregivers support their LGBTQIA+ children with empathy and understanding. Together, we’ll explore how to move from fear or confusion to love and connection—building safer, more affirming homes and communities for queer youth. For more info or to... Read more »

Learn more about Recovery Dharma These sessions will now take place fully online until further notice. Thank you for your flexibility! Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84085659628  

This meeting is based off of watching a 5-15 minute video on YouTube from thought provoking, inspiration and educational channels. After watching the video, we then go around to discuss the meeting discussing what each person got out of the video.

Learn about a balanced diet, eating healthy on a budget, what do nutrition labels mean, and more; including social skills opportunities for the senior population and community connection for the program participants.

SMART stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training. Smart Recovery offers a non-spiritual solution for addiction, and is a popular alternative, or supplement, to the more spiritually focused 12-steps programs. SMART can help you: build and maintain motivation; cope with urges; manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; and live a balanced life.

Join us at Rise Up Recovery Center for “How Money Works,” a workshop presented in partnership with Primerica. This session empowers people in recovery with practical tools to build financial stability, confidence, and long-term wellness. Learn simple, actionable ways to manage debt, save wisely, and make informed financial choices that support your recovery journey. For... Read more »

OCOF Coalition Mission is to engage, advocate, inform, and bring awareness of substance misuse through education, prevention, enforcement, and action to build a safe and drugfree community amongst our youth population.

We will read the daily message from the Just For Today book and then go around the group discussing what we think about or got out of the reading for the day.

These sessions will now take place fully online until further notice. Thank you for your flexibility! An alternative to 12-step meetings, “All Recovery” meetings welcome all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, or support the recovery lifestyle. We support all pathways to recovery, meaning that all addictions are welcome. All recovery is a... Read more »

Join Rise Up Recovery Center for a refreshing day outdoors at Watchung Reservation! Connect with nature, your peers, and your recovery while enjoying scenic trails and great company. All experience levels are welcome — just bring comfortable shoes, water, and a positive spirit! For more info or to RSVP:📧 jsheldon@preventionlinks.org

Need help with Homework? Reviewing for a test? Completing a Science Project? Practice your Spelling, Math, Reading; Refreshments are provided for students! Ideal for students from 1st – 6th grade! Parents must sign in and out when dropping students! Parents must complete an orientation session! Call us for more information: 201.758.8792

Join us for an after school program to help students develop learning strategies and provide support and help with homework!

Join us for an informative in-person workshop hosted by the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA)! This workshop is designed for soon-to-be college students and current college students. Whether you’re a junior or senior in high school, or already attending college, come learn more about financial aid assistance, including NJ state grants, NJ Dreamers,... Read more »

The Bayway Family Success Center will be hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for our most active families!

Join us for an afterschool program that provides youth and teens with the tools necessary to prevent substance abuse amongst themselves and peers!

Come join us for Thanksgiving Dinner on November 20th.

Join us for this engaging workshop series in November at 6PM. Together we’ll learn how to build stronger relationships with our families, reduce stress and feel more confident. Contact Michelle at mmoreland@preventionlinks.org with any questions or to sign up.

Head to Woodbridge Center Mall to welcome Santa and see your friends from Greenway FSC march in the parade!

Recovery Dharma offers an approach to recovery based on Buddhist principles. RD believes that: Buddhist teachings offer a powerful approach to healing from addiction & living a life of true freedom; that recovery means empowerment, and supporting each other as partners walking the path together; and that recovery is rooted in finding your own inner... Read more »

The Kiosk offers county-wide information and access to essential resource applications, including SNAP, WIC, Emergency Assistance (EA), and NJ Medicaid, through an on-site Chromebook. Services are available every Friday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM by appointment only—call 201.758.8792 to schedule an appointment.

The kiosk offers county-wide information and access to essential resource applications including SNAP, WIC, Emergency Assistance (EA), and NJ Medicaid through an on-site Chromebook. It is self-service but an appointment is required! Call us at 201-884-2224 to schedule in advance.

A Fidelis Care representative comes to the center to assist families apply for state health insurance and answer questions about the application process. An appointment is required, please call us at 201-622-2210 to schedule a time.

Friday Fun Day! Come participate in fun activities at Recovery Junction and fellowship with other participants and our peers with joyful games! For more information on events, volunteering opportunities, or peer support. Please get in touch with us. (551)220-1150 or reach out to: RecoveryJunction@preventionlinks.org  

Join us for great conversation and food.

Medication-Assisted Recovery Anonymous is a support group of people who believe in the value of medication as a means to recovery. We understand that our individual needs may not be the same; our backgrounds may not be the same; our futures may not be the same. However, our desire to live a safe lifestyle joins... Read more »

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

Offers projects that bring together neurodiverse and neurotypical children, fostering the development of protective factors for participants through visual and creative arts, as well as other forms of expression. Every Friday Starting at 3:30 pm– 4:30 pm.

The Hat Loom Knitting Group offers a creative and relaxing space for participants to connect and learn the art of loom knitting. Together, members craft handmade hats while building community, practicing patience, and supporting one another through the healing process of recovery. For more info or to RSVP:📧 jsheldon@preventionlinks.org

Join us each week for a supportive trip to a local 12 step fellowship meeting, where experience, strength, and hope are shared. Transportation is provided—departing Rise Up Recovery Center no later than 6PM.

Come celebrate with us on November 22nd at 10am.

Spend your Saturday at Recovery Junction creating art. We have canvases. paints, clay, and other art supplies to release your inner child

Finish off the month with a trip to the zoo, and take in the beauty of the wild

Join us on select Saturdays at Rise Up Recovery Center on a trip to the local produce market to shop fresh and healthy. Transportation is provided to and from the center for all participants. This outing is a chance to connect, support one another, and make healthy choices together.

An alternative to 12-step meetings, “All Recovery” meetings welcome all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, or support the recovery lifestyle. We support all pathways to recovery, meaning that all addictions are welcome. All recovery is a safe space for people to feel safe and supported during all stages of recovery.  

SMART stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training. Smart Recovery offers a non-spiritual solution for addiction, and is a popular alternative, or supplement, to the more spiritually focused 12-steps programs. SMART can help you: build and maintain motivation; cope with urges; manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; and live a balanced life.

SMART stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training. Smart Recovery offers a non-spiritual solution for addiction, and is a popular alternative, or supplement, to the more spiritually focused 12-steps programs. SMART can help you: build and maintain motivation; cope with urges; manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; and live a balanced life. Meeting ID: 840 7045 0224

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a 12-step fellowship designed to help people become and stay abstinent from drugs. "We are not interested in what or how much you used or who your connections were, what you have done in the past, how much or how little you have, but only in what you want to do... Read more »