Middle school is a major transition point for students and families. Children are becoming more independent, friendships are becoming more influential, and many are starting to encounter new pressures around alcohol, vaping, marijuana, and other substances. For parents and caregivers, this can feel overwhelming. You may wonder what normal curiosity is, what warning signs to…
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Who Is Wellspring Center for Prevention?
Wellspring Center for Prevention is a private nonprofit agency serving community members and organizations of Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through our quality prevention and intervention services. Our programs promote sound mental health, effective family functioning, and awareness of the devastating effects of substance misuse and dependency.
Prepare for NJ’s 2026-2027 School Cell Phone Ban
New Jersey’s upcoming school cell phone restrictions will be a major shift for students, educators, and families. Wellspring can help your school prepare with presentations and readiness sessions focused on digital wellness, student mental health, prevention education, and healthier technology habits.
Book a readiness session to help your students, staff, and families navigate the transition.
Upcoming Events and Classes
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Renewal Training: Embodied Recovery – 6 CEUs
Registration for this class has closed. Instructor: Josh Collins Description: This class focuses on the dysregulation of the brain, body, and nervous system from addiction…
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Zoom -
CPS Course: P402: Coalition Building and Maintenance
Presenter: ShaRonda Amon This course will examine methods for building a common agenda. Participants will learn how to effectively work with various aspects of communities…
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 9:00 am – 4:00 pm University Behavioral Health Care at Centennial Avenue
151 Centennial Avenue
Piscataway, NJ 08854 -
CPS Course: P502: Assessment & Planning of Environmental Strategies
Presenter: Heather Ward In this course, students will learn what Environmental Strategies are and be able to discern between individual and environmental strategies. Students will…
Thursday, June 18, 2026 9:00 am – 4:00 pm University Behavioral Health Care at Centennial Avenue
151 Centennial Avenue
Piscataway, NJ 08854
Our Programs
Our work is centered around improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, professionals, and communities through quality prevention and intervention services. Our programs promote sound mental health, effective family functioning, and awareness of the devastating effects of substance misuse and dependency across the lifespan.
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Stay up-to-date with our most recent endeavors, research, and events by following our official social media channels. By following us, you’ll gain insights into our projects, objectives, and the communities we serve. Your engagement aids our mission and helps amplify our cause.
Support Our Mission
Wellspring Center for Prevention is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that is supported by grants, non-governmental contracts, and donations from community members like you. Your kind donations – accepted in any amount – are used to support our programs and events throughout Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties.
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Do Cell Phone Bans Improve Well-being? What Students Really Need
Do Cell Phone Bans Really Help Students? As New Jersey prepares to limit student cell phone use during the school day, many parents, caregivers, educators, and school communities are asking the same question: Will cell phone bans actually help students? The answer depends on what we mean by “help.” If the goal is simply to…
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