Newark Prospers

Mental health is a serious issue that is having a negative effect on the children in our communities, especially after what we all have recently endured with the pandemic.

It's important that administrators and educators find common ground and focus on the betterment of our children and not stay locked in disagreement for too long. Hopefully, they will come to a consensus soon that will serve us all.

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/education/2022/10/17/nj-schools-mental-health-program-k-12-resistance/69564195007/

Children with depression have increased since the start of COVID-19 pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a rise in depression in children. Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is expanding emergency mental health for children

Sounds like a great opportunity for child care providers to improve their businesses and provide a much needed support to the community. We will stay tuned!

New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy Launches NJ Child Care Facilities Improvement Grant - NJEDA BLOOMFIELD, N.J. (October 26, 2022) – New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy today announced that the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) will begin accepting applications for grants from...

https://www.njoag.gov/ag-platkin-announces-new-program-in-six-municipal-court-systems-to-assist-non-violent-offenders-overcoming-addiction/