CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ

What a lovely day it was, Saturday for a train ride along the Black River & Western Railroad for CONTACT’s Reassurance volunteers. Reassurance offers a telephone program to help reduce loneliness and social isolation among older adults. It’s a free daily outreach service for seniors 60 years and older living in Mercer County. Thank you, Reassurance Volunteers, for serving Mercer County residents, and thank you again Black River & Western Railroad for a memorable day!

CONTACT of Mercer New Jersey 988 Telephone, Chat, and Text Counselor Brett Moran received a TCNJ English Department Award recognizing stellar English students. Brett was given an Honorable Mention for the Peter Wood Creative Writing Award for his poetry manuscript “Take A Seat at My Feet,” a collection of his original poetry. Brett is a member of Sigma Tau Delta, the National English honor society for students at accredited colleges and universities that grant baccalaureate or higher degrees. “I am honored to receive this recognition,” said Brett, who graduated TCNJ in May. “I thank the entire writing community of TCNJ and especially Professor Catie Rosemurgy, whose vision helped me immensely as a writer.” Brett is a resident of Middlesex County and majored in Counseling and Clinical Psychology with a minor in English.

Pictured in the photo are TCNJ Creative Writing Professor Catie Rosemurgy (left) and CONTACT Counselor Brett Moran (right) who received the prestigious honor.

CONTACT's Reassurance program which provides a daily call-in/check-in for Mercer County seniors wishing to speak with someone via a daily phone call, was delighted to participate in the Hamilton Township Senior Center Senior and Veteran Health and Fitness Day event. CONTACT Reassurance Director Paula Hearle and CONTACT Board Member Pat Thayer greeted attendees and met some great folks. If you would like more information about CONTACT's Reassurance program, please visit https://contactofmercer.org/reassurance/

CONTACT Executive Director Eleanor Letcher (left) and Associate Executive Director Tony Ciavolella (right) attended the 988 Su***de Health Crisis National Conference in Chicago. They both learned that increased programmatic support for the national 988 Lifeline and New Jersey 988 Lifeline is on the horizon. It's ok not to feel ok. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of su***de, please remember that help is just a phone call away, 24 hours a day, by dialing 988, texting 988 from your cell phone, or via chat service by visiting https://988lifeline.org/chat/ #988 ***deprevvention

CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ thanks all of you who came out and supported us at our St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser this weekend! Your contribution will help us meet our mission to save and improve lives each and every day. A special thank you to the Hopewell Valley Golf Course and Kindred Spirit for playing the most incredible music for us to dance the night away!

Start your St. Patrick's Day weekend tonight while helping a good cause. CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ saves lives.
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It was great connecting with our valuable partners within the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce at yesterday's networking event. Thank you Shariq Marshall from the incredible organization ArmInArm for stopping by to learn more about CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ. Shariq is pictured left speaking with CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ Assistant Executive Director Tony Ciavolella.

Enjoy St. Patrick's Day while supporting CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ on Friday, March 15, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the Hopewell Valley Golf Course. A band, corned beef, and beer! Scan the QR code for more details or to order your tickets!

CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ is excited to share its new video "Why We Save Lives." For nearly 50 years, CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ has worked to help those in crisis by providing su***de prevention programs. Just scroll down on our homepage:

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CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ was delighted to take part in today's Pace Center's Community Partnership Connections Fair at Princeton University. We met some wonderful, civic-minded people interested in truly making a difference. Representing CONTACT was Executive Director Eleanor Letcher (seated left) and Assistant Executive Director Tony Ciavolella (right). Eleanor and Tony shared information about CONTACT's mission and its critical importance as a su***de prevention organization that assists people in crisis throughout the State of New Jersey. To learn more about CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ please visit contactofmercer.org.

Great piece in about CONTACT's Executive Director Eleanor Letcher and her well-deserved award from the Pace Center for Civic Engagement, Princeton University. Congratulations, Eleanor!

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The leader of CONTACT of Mercer County, executive director Eleanor Letcher, was recently honored by the Pace Center for Civic Engagement at Princeton University for her outstanding leadership as a regional mental health advocate. Read more here 👉 https://www.tapinto.net/towns/hamilton-slash-robbinsville/sections/mercer-county-news/articles/contact-of-mercer-county-director-honored-for-su***de-prevention-program

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Just in time for fall shopping! Shop at Highbar Boutique in Palmer Square from September 7th-10th and mention code FRC9710 and 20% of your purchase will be donated to continue our lifesaving efforts!

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To recognize the one-year anniversary of the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline's 988 telephone, chat, and text programs, the New Jersey State Department of Human Services (DHS) held a roundtable forum today in Piscataway, NJ to discuss the transition's success, best practices, and where the NJ 988 su***de prevention lifeline program can advance. DHS Commissioner Sarah Adelman and NJ State Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) Assistant Commissioner Valerie Mielke presided over the roundtable discussion. Representing CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ was one of the organization's NJ 988 Lifeline Counselors, Jesse Szwed, who talked about his experiences working as a counselor for the program.

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What's the difference between 988 and 911? 🤔 988 is staffed around the clock with trained crisis counselors who are ready to listen to and support you. If you need someone to talk to, 988's counselors are here to listen 💙

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Several weeks ago, a reporter for NJ.com sat down with Training Director Dawn Tringali, Executive Assistance Director Tony Ciavolella, and counselor Jesse Szwed to gain a sense of how 988 and CONTACT operate. Read the full piece, Nights on the brink, at the link in our bio.

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CONTACT attended a mental health discussion forum at Rider University led by Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, Senator Bob Menendez, and Congressman Andy Kim. One of the important topics discussed was the need for increased funding for critical mental health organizations like CONTACT which provides life-saving services to those considering su***de and reaches out for help. All three federal legislators from New Jersey vowed to do their part to help make that happen. Attending the event were Tony Ciavolella, CONTACT Assistant Executive Director (left) Congressman Andy Kim (center), and CONTACT Quality Improvement Specialist Amelia Laubsch (right).

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CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ offers emotional support to people in crisis or considering su***de utilizing crisis intervention and su***de prevention strategies, through focused telephone, chat, and text. But we need more volunteers! Join the FREE training classes and learn how YOU can make a positive difference in the lives of others!

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Asking for help is one of the the strongest things a person can do! Need some help now? Give us a call at (609) 896-2120 or head to our website and click "CrisisChat" if you need to talk.⁠
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Don't worry about the path others are taking - we're all on different journeys! Give us a call at (609) 896-2120 or head to our website and click "CrisisChat" if you need to talk.⁠
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Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 We hope you enjoy your day filled with family, friends, and FOOD! We're thankful for each and every one of you! 🤗