Welcome to NJ4S Bergen!

Providing Programs and Linking Students and Their Families to Support Services in School and Community

What is NJ4S Bergen?

NJ4S was created to support students and families to improve mental health and wellness, utilize evidence-based targeted prevention interventions, and offer clinical consultation and referrals to community-based services.

NJ4S Bergen is a “hub & spoke” system that provides services and supports throughout Bergen County to help address the youth mental health crisis that has been recognized as a public health emergency by officials across the country.

Providing Programs and Linking Students and Their Families to Services in School and Community

Upcoming Events

Check out the latest workshops, talks, and other events hosted by the NJ4S Bergen Hub and its community partners. For a full list of available events, click on the button below.

Events
Bergen County Stigma-Free Symposium
May 1
Bergen County Stigma-Free Symposium

Join us for the Stigma-Free Symposium hosted by Bergen County this year as we raise awareness regarding mental health challenges and provide available resources to our youth and schools. The symposium will take place Wednesday May 1, 2023 @ Biagio’s.

Forest Friends Series: Feelings
May 2
Forest Friends Series: Feelings

Want to help your child learn about their emotions at an early age? Come join us at the Little Ferry Public Library for an educational storytelling program called Forest Friends that will help students from kindergarten to second grade learn social and emotional life skills! Children will hear engaging stories from our Forest Friends puppets about how to manage their feelings. Registration is required.

La inmigración y cómo afecta la salud mental de nuestros hijos. (Immigration and how it affects our children's mental health.)
May 7
La inmigración y cómo afecta la salud mental de nuestros hijos. (Immigration and how it affects our children's mental health.)

¿Está afectando la inmigración el bienestar de su hijo?

Este seminario web informativo explora los desafíos únicos que enfrentan los hijos de inmigrantes y cómo estos pueden afectar su salud mental.

Cafe and Chat – Destigmatizing Mental Health for Asian Americans
May 8
Cafe and Chat – Destigmatizing Mental Health for Asian Americans

What does mental health look like to Asian Americans? Join us as we chat over coffee and pastries about how being multicultural can shape how we view mental health. We will be talking about parenting struggles and techniques, questioning what cultural identity means, and destigmatizing mental health within our cultural expectations.

Forest Friends Series: Decisions
May 8
Forest Friends Series: Decisions

Want to help your child learn about their emotions at an early age? Come join us at the Paramus Public Library for an educational storytelling program called Forest Friends that will help students from kindergarten to second grade learn various social and emotional life skills.

Nurtured Healing Yoga
May 11
Nurtured Healing Yoga

This is a special event celebrating motherhood during the month of May. In addition to the Yoga session, the morning will also offer a discussion about techniques mothers can use to manage the stress of their busy lives. A "Mockmosa" Brunch will be provided to all registered moms. Please bring your own yoga mat. Let us know if you do not have one. Babysitting will not be provided. Sign up soon, as spots are limited!

Hoops for Hope
May 25
Hoops for Hope

This event aims to emphasize the importance of mental well-being among athletes, coaches, parents, and staff. Throughout the game, spectators will witness a good game between AAU teams, showcasing both skill and sportsmanship.

15th Annual Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds Wellness Day
Jun 8
15th Annual Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds Wellness Day

Help build awareness and decrease the stigma of mental health by bringing youth and families together to enjoy a fun day full of activities, resources, food, and entertainment. Come visit the NJ4S table for some fun children’s activities and learn about resources.

Forest Friends Series: Feelings
Jun 27
Forest Friends Series: Feelings

Want to help your child learn about their emotions at an early age? Come join us at the Ridgefield Park Public Library for an educational storytelling program called Forest Friends that will help students from kindergarten to second grade learn various social and emotional life skills.

Forest Friends Series: Truth & Trust
Jul 11
Forest Friends Series: Truth & Trust

Want to help your child learn about their emotions at an early age? Come join us at the Ridgefield Park Public Library for an educational storytelling program called Forest Friends that will help students from kindergarten to second grade learn various social and emotional life skills.