Introducing the...
PROPEL Pequannock QR Code to Mental Health
Our Objective:
Make mental health resources so widely available that everyone can find the help they need.
Projected Launch Date:
June 1, 2024 at the 3rd Annual Pequannock PrideFest at Greenview Park, Pequannock, NJ
Program Categories
Crisis Hotlines Local Mental Health Providers Advocacy Organizations College Students
Dementia & Related Services Domestic Violence Family Counseling LGBTQ+ Sexual Assault
Support Groups Substance Use Disorders Youth & Young Adults Veterans Services
Participating Professionals:
Dr. Brittany Ryan Berzins, PhD, Birch Tree Psychology, Pequannock, NJ
Lee Ann Brensinger, Club Advisor, Pequannock Township High School Gay Straight Alliance
Michelle Borden, LCSW and CEO NewBridge Services
Heather Greulich, NJ Licensed Professional Counselor, Aspire Adolescent Counselling, Pompton Plains, NJ
Jenni Jacobs, Pequannock School District Counselor and SEL Coordinator.
Maggie Luo, Associate Director of Outreach and Communications, NAMI NJ
Katie E. Mahler, Nurse Practitioner; and NJ Licensed Professional Counselor
Dr. Maria Salvanto PhD, founder and director, Parent Train, Riverdale, NJ
Laura Shamber, Youth Counselor
Gene Spillane, U.S. Army Retired Service Disabled Veteran; New Jersey Veterans Network
Dr. Debra L. Wentz, Chair, NJ Governor’s Council on Mental Health Stigma.
Program Development in 3 Stages:
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Compile local and regional mental health resources according to categories of need as directed by our panel of experts.
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Develop a dedicated landing page to house the information and link it to a trackable QR code.
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Build awareness among township residents through retail business outlets, social media advertising as well as through school district and township resources.