Health

City announces plan for use of $20m from opioid settlement

Philadelphia will use more than $20 million from a legal settlement with opioid distributors to provide grants to community organizations, invest in Kensington and fund services for drug users. more

Health

13th Annual Community Driven Research Day announced

It’s not too late to register to attend the 13th annual Community Driven Research Day (CDRD), focused on the theme of “Advancing Community Health and Safety Through Partnerships.” more

Health

Workshops

Suicide prevention training offered by Housing First U

Suicide is a major public health issue contributing heavily to the most common causes of death across multiple populations. However, suicide is preventable. more

Health

Workshops

Executive Director sought for Ann Silverman Health Clinic

Ann Silverman Community Health Clinic of Doylestown Health is seeking an Executive Director to provide innovative leadership. ASCHC provides integrated medical, dental and behavioral health care. more

Health

Murphy backpedals on changes in school MH efforts

A popular, decades-old mental health counseling program will continue operating in 90 New Jersey school districts, at least temporarily, under a compromise. more

Education

Health

NJ school counselors highlight increased student MH needs

An expectation to “return to normal” this school year has exacerbated student anxiety, depression, and other mental health needs that were already on the rise after the outbreak of COVID-19. more

Education

Health

Murphy announces $16m in MH grants for college students

The Murphy Administration has announced the availability of $16 million in grants to address the mental health needs of New Jersey students in higher education settings. more

Health