NJ4S Essex County Resources

Live Webinar

Coping after Mass Violence

Talking to Children about Mass Violence

Talking to Children: When Scary Things Happen

Helping Youth After Community Trauma: Tips for Educators

After a Crisis: Helping Young Children Heal

Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event

5th Grade Parent Alert

Free Parent Resource Guide

Career Advancement Voucher Program.

If a customer’s WFNJ/TANF case has closed within the last 24 months and have been employed for at least 4 months with a minimum of 20 hours per week, this program is designed to support their career aspirations.

Resources by County

New Jersey Consortium for Immigrant Children: Cover All Kids & Enrollment Assistance Information

How to Talk to Your Child’s Teacher

Child Mind Institute Education

Multilingual Trauma Resources

Child Mind Institute Education

MyWellbrook

Personalized behavioral healthcare for adults, adolescents and children.

Essex County Food Pantries

Essex County Food Pantries

Housing Resource Guide

Downloadable Housing Resource Guide

Coping after Mass Violence

arent Guidelines for Helping Youth After Mass Violence

Talking to Children about Mass Violence

Talking to Children: When Scary Things Happen

Tips for Parents on Media Coverage

Helping Young Children with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers

After a Crisis: Helping Young Children Heal

Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event

Get Covered NJ

New Jersey Health Insurance

 Soluna Mental Wellness App

Soluna is a free, confidential mental wellness app available to all New Jersey teens from their own device — anytime, anywhere.

2ndfloor

Support for ANY problem that is on your mind.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you.

Trevor Project

24/7 crisis care for LGBTQ+ young people.

For Teens: Coping After Mass Violence