For Parents and Caregivers
For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911.
For immediate support for mental health, emotional distress, substance abuse, and more text or call 988 for free and confidential support.
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CDC – U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Parent Information
The CDC provides tips for parents and information on all ages and stages for children ages 0-19
New Jersey Department of Health: Find a New Jersey Health Care Facility
The New Jersey Department of Health provides an interactive map of New Jersey to assist in finding a health care […]
New Jersey Department of Education: Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying (HIB): Information for Families and Caregivers
The New Jersey Department of Education provides information and resources to help families and caregivers understand their rights and know […]
StopBullying.gov
StopBullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how […]
How to Talk to Kids about Bullying – Tips for Parents and Caregivers
StopBullying.gov provides parents and caregivers with education on how to talk about bullying with youth.
Talking to Your Kids About Cyberbullying Part 1: Tools for Parents
StopBullying.gov provides parents and caregivers with education on how to talk about cyberbullying with youth.
Cyberbullying Part 2: What Parents Can Do
StopBullying.gov provides parents and caregivers with education on how to talk about cyberbullying with youth.
The STOMP Out Bullying® Live HelpChat Crisis Line for Youth (ages 13-24)
The STOMP Out Bullying™ HelpChat Crisis Line is a free and confidential online chat that helps youth ages 13-24 with […]
Parents Inc. of New Jersey
Parents Inc. of New Jersey provides New Jersey families with immediate support through their 24/7 Family Helpline (1-800-843-5437), Parent Education […]
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network aims to empower families as advocates and partners in improving education, health/mental health, and human services […]
State of New Jersey Parent Link: Family Support Services
New Jersey specific resources to link families to the services they need.
Center for Family Services – Parent Resource Center
The Parent Resource Center is a community-based multi-disciplinary project that empowers parents with the knowledge and skills needed to be […]
State of New Jersey Parent Link – Hotlines
New Jersey specific Hotlines, Lifelines & Helplines provide phone help, counseling, crises intervention and resources to individuals experiencing urgent or […]
State of New Jersey Parent Link – Warmlines
New Jersey specific Warmlines are non-emergency support for those looking for additional resources and information.
2nd Floor: Youth Helpline of New Jersey
2NDFLOOR is a confidential and anonymous helpline for New Jersey’s youth and young adults. Text or talk 24/7 at 1.888.222.2228.
HiTOPS Support group for parents and Caregivers
HiTOPs provides inclusive and youth-informed sex education and LGBTQ+ support for young people throughout New Jersey. HiTOPs provides direct statewide […]
CenterLink LGBTQ Community Member Centers in New Jersey
Find an LGBTQ+ Community Center near you using the interactive map. LGBTQ+ Community Centers create a safe and inclusive space […]
New Jersey Children’s System of Care: LGBTQIA+ Youth Resources
Find LGBTQIA+ Resources throughout the state of New Jersey and nationwide using this directory.
GLSEN: Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network
GLSEN’s mission is that every student has the right to a safe, supportive, and LGBTQ-inclusive K-12 education. GLSEN has over […]
Mental Health Association in New Jersey, Inc.
The Mental Health Association in New Jersey (MHANJ) is a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to aid children and […]
New Jersey Parents’ Caucus Inc.
The New Jersey Parents’ Caucus, Inc. is a non-profit coalition of parents, caregivers, and young adults with lived experience whose […]
PerformCare New Jersey
PerformCare New Jersey is the single point of access to various behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disability services, and substance […]
Administration for Children & Families: Mental Health Resources for Parents and Caregivers
The Administration for Children & Families provides an overview of everything you need to know about children and teen mental […]
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
NAMI works to educate, support, advocate, listen, and lead to improve the lives of people with mental illness and their […]
Prevent Suicide New Jersey (PSNJ)
Prevent Suicide NJ (PSNJ) is New Jersey’s most comprehensive resource for suicide prevention.
New Jersey Department of Health: Suicide Prevention Resources
Additional New Jersey specific resources and supports for suicide prevention. This resource helps distinguish between who to call, and which […]
Youth.gov: Suicide Prevention
Youth.gov provides education and information on youth suicide prevention, warning signs for parents and caregivers, statistics, and how to support […]
For immediate support for mental health, emotional distress, substance abuse, and more text or call 988 for free and confidential support.
New Jersey Department of Health: HIV, STD, and TB Services
For information regarding HIV, STDs, and TB services, including STD education, finding care near you, and support services.
New Jersey Department of Children and Families: Teen Dating Violence Fact Sheets
To learn more about Teen Dating Violence, the impact of Teen Dating Violence, statistics, and more, check out the Teen […]
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
The CDC provides information about STIs, STI prevention, STI treatment, and fact sheets.
New Jersey Department of Health: Period (menstruation) Information Hub
To learn more about periods (menstruation), what to expect, and additional resources – check out the Period Information Hub
Amaze.com for Parents
Free resource to help you talk to your kids about everything from babies to bodies to gender to consent to […]
We Think Twice™: Resources for Parents and Caregivers
Not sure how to bring up topics like relationships and pregnancy prevention? We Think Twice assists parents and caregivers by […]
Talking with Teens about Sex, Dating, and Relationships: A Guide for Parents & Caregivers
Parent and Caregiver Guides and Quick Questions Games available to download that will help build trust, break the ice, and […]
Sexual Health Toolkit for Parents of Youth with IDD
This toolkit will help raise awareness about the important role parents and caregivers play in discussing sexual health with their […]
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (available 24/7)
National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline: 1-866-331-9474 (available 24/7)
ReachNJ: New Jersey’s Addiction Helpline
ReachNJ is a central call-in-line for New Jersey residents who are looking for help to overcome a substance use disorder. […]
New Jersey Department of Human Services: ReachNJ
ReachNJ is a central call-in line for New Jersey residents who are looking for help with a substance use disorder […]
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA provides Parent and Caregiver Resources to learn more about how to support youth with substance abuse and mental health […]
Youth.gov: Substance Use & Misuse
Youth.gov provides education and information on youth substance use and misuse for all ages. Parents and caregivers can learn more […]
New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety: Human Trafficking Resources
For New Jersey specific information regarding human trafficking please use the directory to find statewide human trafficking services, supports, and […]
Youth.gov: Trafficking Prevention
Youth.gov provides education and information on trafficking prevention. Parents and Caregivers can learn more about the different forms of human […]
New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking: Keep Children Safe Online: Tips for Parents
The NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking provides information of trafficking prevention and how to keep children safe online. This resource […]
Department of Law & Public Safety: N.J. Human Trafficking Hotline
Links to external sources are for informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement or responsibility for their content. Los […]
National Human Trafficking Hotline
The National Human Trafficking Hotline is a confidential, 24/7 resource that connects individuals with support. Hotline: 1-888-373-7888.
CyberTipline: for Reporting the Sexual Exploitation of Children
CyberTipLine is a 24-Hour Call Center: To report information about a missing or exploited child call: 1-800-843-5678.
Teen Speak NJ
Teen Speak NJ is an interactive statewide resource that provides parents, caregivers, and professionals with information and tools to engage in essential conversations with teens. The goal is to improve decision-making and encourage healthy behavior choices through the education and support of trusted adults. Teen Speak NJ is for all NJ parents, caregivers, and youth-serving professionals.
