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We are excited to welcome Keith Murphy, MA, LPC, LCADC (he/him/his), Director of the Alcohol and Other Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) at Rutgers University, and Brigid Sieke (she/her), a senior at Rutgers University and Student Liaison at the Rutgers Recovery House, as presenters at the 2025 Recovery Ecosystems Conference! ?? Their session, "Integrating Peer Specialists into Higher Education (Student Affairs)," highlights the importance of implementing peer support for students in recovery from problematic substance use on college campuses. The presentation will discuss best practices for integrating peer specialists into student affairs and strategies to provide meaningful support for peers navigating recovery in higher education. ?? Date: Friday, March 7, 2025 ?? Location: University Center, Seton Hall University ?? Register now: bit.ly/4jF48m0 Join us for this insightful discussion on fostering recovery-friendly campus environments and the vital role of peer support in higher education. Stay tuned for more speaker announcements! ?? Learn more about ADAP: ?? Website: https://lnkd.in/eFmVKe5u

ACCESSIBILITY UPDATE ?? We’re committed to making the 6th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference accessible for all! The parking deck is several blocks from the University Center at Seton Hall, so a shuttle van will be available for those with accessibility needs. If you have any concerns or require additional accommodations, please reach out to Mariel S. Hufnagel, MPA, CNP, CPRS at [email protected]. See you NEXT WEEK – March 7th at Seton Hall!

On Friday, 2/21, we gathered at Wholly Cow in Rahway for the Windows of Understanding Ceremony, where the powerful mixed media artwork of Griselly Goris was on display. These four stunning pieces reflect the heart of our mission at Prevention Links, touching on prevention, recovery, senior health, and the 8 dimensions of wellness. A huge thank you to Ann Marie Williams & Amy Garcia Phillips (A Squared) for leading the ceremony, as well as the Rahway Social Justice Commission, Wholly Cow, Mayor Giacobbe, council members, and all our community partners who made this possible. Congratulations to Hyacinth Foundation & Bridges for being part of this meaningful project! Our hope is that these works of art spark important conversations, inspire healing, and most importantly—help someone find the support they need. ?? ?? Stop by Wholly Cow to see these impactful pieces in person!

A big thank you to New Jersey Prevention Network for being a Strength Sponsor with a generous sponsorship of $2,500+ for the 6th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference, hosted by us! Join us on March 7th at Seton Hall University to connect, learn, and grow in support of addiction recovery. Register now: bit.ly/4jF48m0

Our biggest event EVER is coming… but not just yet! ??? We know May 3rd feels far away, but trust us—you won’t want to miss this! ??? Join us at Warinanco Park Skating Rink from 10 AM - 3 PM for Wellness Wonderland – a day dedicated to self-care, healing, and community support ??♀? ?? What to expect: ?? Mental health resources & support ??♂? Fitness & relaxation activities ?? Giveaways & fun surprises! ?? A space to recharge your mind, body, and spirit! Bring a friend, explore new ways to care for yourself, and step into a day filled with positivity and growth ??

Seriously! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?! The 6th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference is NEXT WEEK, and you do NOT want to miss this! ?? This is THE event for anyone passionate about shaking up the recovery world – SO REGISTER NOW…like seriously, RIGHT NOW! ??? Friday, March 7, 2025 ? 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM ?? University Center, Seton Hall University Register NOW: bit.ly/4jF48m0 Create a Whova account for real-time updates and join the convo with #RECO25 & #RECO2025. Time is running out—lock in your spot today! ?

We’re excited to welcome Melissa Davies-Yager, Nancy Labov & Ruben Diaz as presenters at the 2025 Recovery Ecosystems Conference! ?? Melissa Davies (she/her) – Community Liaison & Outreach Coordinator for Alumni in Recovery, leading "Recovering Our World," a workshop on delivering impactful recovery presentations. Attendees will learn how to bring real stories of recovery to students, structure engaging presentations, and provide valuable resources. ?? Nancy Labov RN CEO of Alumni In Recovery AinR? (she/her) – RN, Certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor, and A.I.R. co-founder with 25+ years in addiction psychiatry. In recovery since age 26, Nancy has been a champion of peer-to-peer advocacy, earning multiple awards for her work in the field. ?? Ruben Diaz (he/him) – A dedicated A.I.R. volunteer for 7+ years and celebrating 8 years of sobriety. A lifelong NJ resident, Ruben shares his personal journey to help young people recognize the realities of substance use, break stigma, and foster honest conversations. ?? March 7, 2025 ?? Seton Hall University ?? Register now: bit.ly/4jF48m0 Join us for this powerful discussion on recovery, advocacy & education! More speakers to be announced soon! ??

Get ready for an inspiring conversation at #RECO2025! Join us at the 6th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference for our afternoon plenary session, we will have a panel discussion on "Integrating Peers on the Treatment Continuum: Successes, Challenges, & Lessons Learned." Moderated by Maiysha Ware, MBA (She/Her), President of The Ware Group LLC and a leader with NJATOD – check out her insights on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/g7DrUeFQ. Our dynamic panel features: ?? Delia Burgos, CADCI, CPRS, CRSP, RFP, RFP-F (She/Her) from Maryville Integrated Care – a champion in peer recovery and community outreach. (Follow her on Facebook: Delia E Burgos & Instagram: beauty_frm_ashes_) ?? Robin Shorter, MA, LCADC, CPRS (She/Her) from Integrity House – a passionate advocate bridging gaps to treatment and harm reduction. ?? Brian D. Tier, MSW, MBA, CPRS, CRSP, LCADC Intern (He/Him) from New Hope Integrated Behavioral Health Care – bringing deep expertise in peer services and inpatient care. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore real-world successes, challenges, and lessons learned in integrating peers into the treatment continuum.

Our team had a fantastic meeting with Elvin Santiago and Natasha Deas from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey at Rumba Cubana in Guttenberg! Over great food and great company, we reflected on the impact of our partnership in 2024 and explored ways to make 2025 even stronger. We’re incredibly grateful for their dedication, enthusiasm, and hands-on approach to collaboration.

A big thank you to Faces & Voices of Recovery for being a Strength Sponsor with a generous sponsorship of $2,500+ for the 6th Annual Recovery Ecosystems Conference, hosted by us! Join us on March 7th at Seton Hall University to connect, learn, and grow in support of addiction recovery. Register now: bit.ly/4jF48m0