Week of Events
Carteret Reentry Program
Each week, we have the opportunity to engage with constituents and participants, creating space for conversation, support, and connection. These moments highlight the power of shared lived experiences in inspiring meaningful change and building lasting relationships with both our partners and the individuals we serve.
Smart 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.
Blackout Poetry
Blackout Poetry is a creative writing activity where participants transform existing text into poetry through selective blacking out of words. The process supports self-expression, focus, and emotional exploration in a relaxed group setting. For more info or to RSVP:jsheldon@preventionlinks.org
Coffee and Chat
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 a community that understands and supports you every... Read more »
S.M.A.R.T Recovery – Hudson County
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.
Pages to Practice
Pages to Practice is a weekly recovery meeting where we read from a variety of recovery literature and reflect together on the principles behind the words. Through open discussion, we explore how these ideas show up in our daily lives and strengthen our ability to live them out in real, practical ways. Join us as... Read more »
One Day One Win Circle
One Day One Win Circle is a peer-led recovery support group centered on taking recovery one day at a time and recognizing the value of small, meaningful victories. This group encourages participants to slow down, stay present, and focus on what they can do today to support their recovery.
Recovery Dharma Meeting – Middlesex County
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 Wellness Toolkit Part 1: Flex & Fit
Trade tension for intention with simple stretches designed for your real life. Anywhere. Anytime. For More Info or to RSVP: jsheldon@preventionlinks.org
Coffee and Chat
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 a community that understands and supports you every... Read more »
Smart Recovery
Discover a self-empowering approach to overcoming addictive behaviors through our science-based, 4-Point Program. Join our supportive group to learn practical tools for managing urges, building motivation, and creating a balanced, healthy life.
Treasures Within
Join us as we unlock the treasures within which make us golden. We each have something inside of us waiting to be discovered. This group will our journaling hour of... Read more »
All Recovery Meeting – Middlesex County
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.
Coffee and Chat
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 a community that understands and supports you every... Read more »
Watchung Reservation
Join us for a refreshing hike at Watchung Reservation, where we will enjoy nature, light movement, and meaningful connection. This outing is a great way to clear your mind, recharge, and build community in a supportive, low-pressure space. For More Info or to RSVP:jsheldon@preventionlinks.org
Free Style Fridays
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... Read more »
Seeds of Hope: Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day by getting your hands a little dirty for a great cause! We’re coming together to plant flowers at the Center as a symbol of our own new... Read more »
A Good First Step
Step 1 is the foundation of the 12-step process. It asks members to acknowledge that they have lost control over their addiction and that their lives have become unmanageable as a result. This admission is not about giving up, but about recognizing the failure of past attempts to control the addiction and opening the door... Read more »
Art Therapy Weekend
Spend your Saturday at Recovery Junction creating art. We have canvases. paints, clay, and other art supplies to release your inner child
Hiking for Recovery
We’re heading back to one of our favorite spots, Cheesequake State Park, for another great day outdoors.
Art Therapy
Join us every Saturday for a creative space to explore healing through art. No experience is necessary. Just a willingness to express yourself, reflect, and connect as we use different artistic mediums to process emotions, reduce stress, and support recovery together.
SMART Recovery – Hybrid
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.


