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CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ Executive Director Receives Award From Princeton University Pace Center
Eleanor K. Letcher Named A 2023 A. James Fisher, Jr. Memorial Award Recipient for Helping Pioneer Suicide Prevention Program for Princeton University Students PENNINGTON, NJ, November 20, 2023—In 2014, Princeton University [...]
CONTACT meets with Congressman Andy Kim
It was great seeing our Congressman and friend Andy Kim again today to discuss the great work done by our counselors and staff at CONTACT of Mercer County, NJ! Thank [...]
Nights on the brink
The stranger in the chat box is terrified they’re going to hurt themselves. The young adult recently lost their job. They’ve been depressed and have an idea how they will [...]
Senior Citizens In Mercer County Can Get A Daily Check-In Call for Free.
Just weeks ago, Gail's "support system," her cousin, passed away. Months prior, she lost her best friend. Now she can go days without hearing from any family or friends. But [...]
CONTACT of Mercer Suicide Crisis Line Helps Teens Via Chat and Text
Suicidal thoughts and behaviors are on the rise among teens, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) latest Youth Risk Behavior Survey. The survey found 57% of [...]
Cyberbullying can be Especially Dangerous for Children
By Eleanor K. Letcher How are we coping in New Jersey as the pandemic continues? It’s September, and COVID-19 cases are on the rise just as schools are reopening, work schedules [...]