10th Wayne Drug Prevention Forum Focuses On Teen Mental Wellness

WAYNE, NJ — As Wayne community leaders continue to address the issue of teen drug use, they are focusing on the mental wellness component in this year's Community Drug Prevention Forum.

This year, the JCK Foundation will be the main presenter. This organization works with schools, businesses, and communities to promote mental wellness by opening up conversations about mental health, sharing hopeful stories, and connecting people to resources.

The JCK Foundation was started by John Tessitore, a friend and mentor of John C. Kelly, who died at 25 after struggling with OCD and depression.

Mayor Christopher Vergano and Wayne Township Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Toback are inviting Wayne parents, caregivers, teachers, and adult community members to the event, which also includes a complimentary dinner. It will be held Tuesday, May 14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Cosmopolitan, 1377 NJ-23, Wayne NJ.

The event is sponsored by Wayne teachers, secretaries, paraprofessionals, and custodians in collaboration with the township, police department, Mayor Vergano, and the Wayne Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse.

Space is limited, so RSVPs are required. To RSVP, click here or scan the QR code in the post embedded below.