Coastal Communities Family Success Center

05/19/2026

Monday, May 18

🍓 Kids Cooking Class
4-5 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Join us to celebrate strawberries and National Strawberry month! We'll make a fun, healthy recipe with strawberries. Please call Mariana or Mark at (732) 571-1670 to register.

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Wednesday, May 20

👪 Casa Freehold
10 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Meet with Dolly Hernandez, Executive Director, who will help immigrant parents with issues related to documentation, legal, school systems, medical, employment, and pay. Appointments are preferred. Please call Mariana or Mark at (732) 571-1670 to schedule an appointment.

🚐 Harm Reduction Mobile Unit
10 AM - 12 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Visit the mobile unit in front of the Family Success Center on Broadway for FREE harm reduction counseling. On-site services include overdose prevention, syringe access and sterile tools, test strips, nursing services, wound care, s*x ed counseling and supplies, as well as linkages to social services, legal, housing and other community resources.

🚐 Prevention Resource Network/VNA HIV, STD Testing Van
11 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. FREE CONFIDENTIAL HIV/AIDS/STD testing. Look for the testing van in front of the Family Success Center located on Broadway. Results in 20 minutes!

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Thursday, May 21

💙 Monmouth County Dept. of Social Services
10 AM - 4 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. The County will provide resources and programs for a variety of needs. Appointments are preferred. Please call Mariana at (732) 571-1670 to schedule an appointment.

👩‍⚕️ Ask the Doc
12-1 PM. Join Dr. Pyne and the pediatricians to discuss Mental Health Awareness and school stress. The doctors will address additional health and nutrition questions and concerns. They'll also help with appointments for those families that need them. This program will be held virtually on Zoom. Zoom Meeting ID: 762 041 0819 Passcode: elephant

💬 ESL with Chris Chrepta
6-8 PM. FREE ESL instruction with Chris Chrepta. English lessons for beginner and intermediate English speakers. Zoom Meeting ID: 843 0339 8067 Passcode: education

05/11/2026

Tuesday, May 12

🏠 Open House & Parent Advisory Council
12-1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Stop in to share your recent concerns and ideas for the Family Success Center programing schedule. We'll discuss up-to-date resources and safety measures for parents and children. We'll also have an activity for kids while we meet. Treats on us! The Open House will take place in person at the Family Success Center.

👶 Baby Pantry
1-4 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Baby pantry items are available to parents registered at the Family Success Center.
Please call Mariana or Mark to reserve your diapers. We'll notify you when you when items are ready for pick up.

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Wednesday, May 13

🚐 Harm Reduction Mobile Unit
10 AM - 12 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Visit the mobile unit in front of the Family Success Center on Broadway for FREE harm reduction counseling. On-site services include overdose prevention, syringe access and sterile tools, test strips, nursing services, wound care, s*x ed counseling and supplies, as well as linkages to social services, legal, housing and other community resources.

🚐 Prevention Resource Network/VNA HIV, STD Testing Van
11 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. FREE CONFIDENTIAL HIV/AIDS/STD testing. Look for the testing van in front of the Family Success Center located on Broadway. Results in 20 minutes!

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Thursday, May 14

💙 Monmouth County Dept. of Social Services
10 AM - 4 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. The County will provide resources and programs for a variety of needs. Appointments are preferred. Please call Mariana at or Mark (732) 571-1670 to schedule an appointment.

🧓 Outreach with Boldage
10 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Meet with Boldage to learn about supportive services provided for adults 55+. The team will assess you for safety and independence. This is a Medicare/Medicaid program. Walk-ins welcome!

05/01/2026

Tuesday, May 5

🧠🧘 NAMI Mental Wellness Presentation
6-7 PM. Join NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Health for a presentation for parents and caregivers with children in middle school and high school to learn the importance of adolescence mental wellness. This presentation will be held via Zoom and will be in Spanish.

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Wednesday, May 6

🚐 Harm Reduction Mobile Unit
10 AM - 12 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Visit the mobile unit in front of the Family Success Center on Broadway for FREE harm reduction counseling. On-site services include overdose prevention, syringe access and sterile tools, test strips, nursing services, wound care, s*x ed counseling and supplies, as well as linkages to social services, legal, housing and other community resources.

🚐 Prevention Resource Network/VNA HIV, STD Testing Van
11 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. FREE CONFIDENTIAL HIV/AIDS/STD testing. Look for the testing van in front of the Family Success Center located on Broadway. Results in 20 minutes!

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Thursday, May 7

💙 Monmouth County Dept. of Social Services
10 AM - 4 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. The County will provide resources and programs for a variety of needs. Appointments are preferred. Please call Mariana at or Mark (732) 571-1670 to schedule an appointment.

📖 Book Club and Conversation
12-1 PM. We'll read the Who HQ storybook series about all things famous people and places in the United States. Learn about United States history and people from around the world that helped make it. Call to receive a copy of the book. The Book Club meeting will take place on Zoom. Zoom Meeting ID: 843 2885 9982 Passcode: whohq

💐 Mothers Day Kids Craft & Activity
4-5 PM. Join us and let's honor our moms! We'll make Mother's Day cards to show we love and appreciate our moms. This activity is in person at the Family Success Center. Supplies are limited, and registration is required. Please call Mariana or Mark at (732) 571-1670 to register.

💬 ESL with Chris Chrepta
6-8 PM. FREE ESL instruction with Chris Chrepta. English lessons for beginner and intermediate English speakers. Zoom Meeting ID: 843 0339 8067 Passcode: education

04/27/2026

Tuesday, April 28

👶 Baby Pantry
1-4 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Baby pantry items are available to parents registered at the Family Success Center.
Please call Janice or Mariana to reserve your diapers. We'll notify you when items are ready for pick up.

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Wednesday, April 29

🚐 Harm Reduction Mobile Unit
10 AM - 12 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Visit the mobile unit in front of the Family Success Center on Broadway for FREE harm reduction counseling. On-site services include overdose prevention, syringe access and sterile tools, test strips, nursing services, wound care, s*x ed counseling and supplies, as well as linkages to social services, legal, housing and other community resources.

🚐 Prevention Resource Network/VNA HIV, STD Testing Van
11 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. FREE CONFIDENTIAL HIV/AIDS/STD testing. Look for the testing van in front of the Family Success Center located on Broadway. Results in 20 minutes!

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Thursday, April 30

💙 Monmouth County Dept. of Social Services
10 AM - 4 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. The County will provide resources and programs for a variety of needs. Appointments are preferred. Please call Janice or Mariana at (732) 571-1670 to schedule an appointment.

🧓 Outreach with Boldage
10 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Meet with Boldage to learn about supportive services provided for adults 55+. The team will assess you for safety and independence. This is a Medicare/Medicaid program. Walk-ins welcome!

👩‍⚕️ Ask the Doc
12-1 PM. Join Dr. Pyne and the pediatricians to discuss allergies and the importance of outdoor safety. The doctors will address additional health and nutrition questions and concerns. They'll also help with appointments for those families that need them.
This program will be held virtually on Zoom. Zoom Meeting ID: 762 041 0819 Passcode: elephant

04/27/2026

Philadelphia’s first Earth Day ❤️

04/27/2026

Family ❤️

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04/26/2026

Snap. Food Stamps.

Legislation and regulatory tweaks enacted over the past year have altered who is eligible, what recipients can buy and how much some receive in benefits, among other changes.

04/21/2026

Tuesday, April 21

NAMI Mental Health Support Group
6-7:30 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Join NAMI, The National Association of Mental Illness in connecting with others in a support group to deal with mental challenges and stressors. This meeting will be held via zoom and in Spanish. Zoom Meeting ID: 875 2906 7954 Passcode: 822313 https://naminycmetro.org/calendar/apoyo-familiares-y-amistades-2-2-2/2026-04-21/

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Wednesday, April 22

🚐 Harm Reduction Mobile Unit
10 AM - 12 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Visit the mobile unit in front of the Family Success Center on Broadway for FREE harm reduction counseling. On-site services include overdose prevention, syringe access and sterile tools, test strips, nursing services, wound care, s*x ed counseling and supplies, as well as linkages to social services, legal, housing and other community resources.

🚐 Prevention Resource Network/VNA HIV, STD Testing Van
11 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. FREE CONFIDENTIAL HIV/AIDS/STD testing. Look for the testing van in front of the Family Success Center located on Broadway. Results in 20 minutes!

🌎 Earth Day Kids Craft and Activity
4-5 PM. Join us in person for a fun Earth Day activity and craft. We'll enjoy healthy beverages and treats. This activity is in person at the Family Success Center. Supplies are limited and registration is required. Please call Janice or Mariana at (732) 571-1670 to register.

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Thursday, April 23

📖 Book Club and Conversation
12-1 PM. We'll read the Who HQ storybook series about all things famous people and places in the United States. Learn about United States history and people from around the world that helped make it. Call to receive a copy of the book. This exercise will help us learn English and will take place on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. The Book Club meeting will take place on Zoom. Zoom Meeting ID: 843 2885 9982 Passcode: whohq

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Saturday, April 25

👪 Strengthening Families Open House
12-2 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Join Us for Fun and Lunch! Come celebrate the wonderful families who help carry the torch for Family Success! Enjoy an afternoon filled with games, crafts, and delicious food for everyone.

Parents will also have the opportunity to connect and chat with our community partners from the Long Branch Public Library and the Long Branch School District.
Every family will receive a special swag bag!

Please call Jani or Mariana at (732) 571-1570 to reserve a gift bag. The gift bags come with important information and fun surprises. We'll share healthy snacks and beverages, too.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

04/13/2026

Monday, April 13

💰FREE Tax Prep & ITIN Services
10 AM - 3 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. IRS Certified tax professionals will prepare tax returns Mondays, 10 am-3 pm. Please call Janice or Mariana at the office (732) 571-1670 to schedule an appointment.

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Wednesday, April 15

👪 Casa Freehold
10 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Meet with Dolly Hernandez, Executive Director, who will help immigrant parents with issues related to documentation, legal, school systems, medical, employment, and pay. Appointments are preferred. Please call Janice or Mariana at (732) 571-1670 to schedule an appointment.

🚐 Harm Reduction Mobile Unit
10 AM - 12 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Visit the mobile unit in front of the Family Success Center on Broadway for FREE harm reduction counseling. On-site services include overdose prevention, syringe access and sterile tools, test strips, nursing services, wound care, s*x ed counseling and supplies, as well as linkages to social services, legal, housing and other community resources.

🚐 Prevention Resource Network/VNA HIV, STD Testing Van
11 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. FREE CONFIDENTIAL HIV/AIDS/STD testing. Look for the testing van in front of the Family Success Center located on Broadway. Results in 20 minutes!

🌱🌱🌱

Thursday, April 16

💙 Monmouth County Dept. of Social Services
10 AM - 4 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. The County will provide resources and programs for a variety of needs. Appointments are preferred. Please call Janice or Mariana at (732) 571-1670 to schedule an appointment.

🧓 Outreach with Boldage
10 AM - 1 PM, 300 Broadway, Long Branch. Meet with Boldage to learn about supportive services provided for adults 55+. The team will assess you for safety and independence. This is a Medicare/Medicaid program. Walk-ins welcome!

🎥 Truth to Transformation Documentary
Join us and Parents Inc for a screening of the powerful documentary "Truth to Transformation" - a deep and inclusive look at the journey from foster care to an empowered community movement. Hear from those who lived it and be inspired to take action for NJ's Children and Families! Lunch will be provided!

💬 ESL with Chris Chrepta
6-8 PM. FREE ESL instruction with Chris Chrepta. English lessons for beginner and intermediate English speakers. Zoom Meeting ID: 843 0339 8067 Passcode: education

04/13/2026

Anna was quite a mother ❤️

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