NJCA Inc

NJ non-profit membership organization that encourages and supports the communities that work with the victims of criminal child abuse.

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Minimizing opportunities for children to be alone with potential predators is crucial to preventing child sexual abuse.

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Happy Pride Month! NJCA stands with the LGBTQIA+ community, this month and always.

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It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and we are drawing attention to ways that caregivers can promote mental health in children. Tip #1: healthy relationships with other people besides parents are crucial to a child's mental health!

#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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As the holidays approach and families plan gatherings, now is a great time to teach and remind children that their bodies are their own and to tell if someone makes them feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

#KnowAndTellNJ #childabuseprevention #childsafety

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Our Heroes for Children 5K Run and Family Fun Run/Walk is coming up on Saturday October 22nd! Meet Batman and Batgirl, see the Batmobile, and get photos taken; face painting, balloon animals, arts and crafts, and $5 Turtleback Zoo admission! https://t.co/JXO4378auE

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Domestic violence is very common and can happen to anyone. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call NJ's 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: [phone]-SAFE (7233) to be connected with services and support for victims and their children.

#DVAM2022

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NJCA is excited to welcome Katherine Ruiz to our team! We are thrilled to have Kat join us as our Training and Communications Coordinator!

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Mental health professionals are key in helping children and their families heal from abuse. An integral part of the multidisciplinary team, they work to ensure that the child's emotional well-being is always at the forefront. We thank them for their skill and dedication!

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This Mental Health Awareness Week, we would like to remind everyone that it's OK to not be OK. Even the strongest of people have times when they need help. Reach out if you need it, and check on your friends and loved ones.

#mentalhealthawarenessweek

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Sports can be a valuable experience for kids, and coaches can be great mentors and role models. But, given the statistics, parents need to watch for warning signs of abuse.

NJCA offers a free training on keeping children safe from abuse. To find out more, email [email protected].

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A reminder: children learn what they live.

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Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives. Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide.

#suicidepreventionomonth

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As children return to school, parents will be looking for after-school care, sports, music lessons, academic enrichment, and more. Child protection policies should factor in the decision making process. Here are points to consider and questions to ask.

#childabuseprevention

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Family Success Centers are one-stop shops available to New Jersey's families, with services and support to make all facets of a family's life easier, in crisis as well as in everyday life. Find your local Family Success Center here:
https://t.co/D2cCg079k6

Thank you @NJDCF!

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Caring adults are an important protective factor for a child - but it's important to recognize when an adult's behavior signals potential for abuse. If you see these behaviors, tell the parent, talk to the child, and /or take action to keep the adult away from the child.

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As if it's not already challenging enough to keep up with what children and teens do online - some use a secret "code" of text through emojis. It’s important for parents and caregivers to stay informed on this type of slang to help prevent unsafe communications and activities.

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Child Advocacy Centers so often go above and beyond for the children and families they serve, and we at NJCA are honored support these efforts. Funds raised from the Heroes for Children 5K and Family Fun/Run Walk allow us to provide resources for those "extras".

#njca5K

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There may be a time when your child or teen wants your help in getting out of an uncomfortable situation, but doesn't want to call or text you directly. A personal emoji code can help.

#childsafety #childabuseprevention

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Child safety tip: keep your child's runs safe by teaching them to keep their routes off of social media!

#childabuseprevention