Founded in 1986

20 W. Washington Ave.
Washington, NJ 07882
Phone: (908) 835-1800
FAX: (908) 835-9021
E-mail: info@cprwc.com
Website: www.communitypreventionresources.org

Executive Director: Michael Pittaro, MPA, BS

Community Prevention Resources of Warren County, Inc. (CPRWC) is a community-oriented, non-profit organization staffed by professionals trained and certified in providing education, prevention and information services for all residents of the county. We serve the community by offering a variety of educational programs, and have an extensive resource center, which offers an array of materials that address issues of substance abuse, violence, alcohol, tobacco, and any current topics of concern to the community. If we don’t have what you need, we’ll make every effort to get it for you. Our staff operates with the highest level of integrity, excellence, vision, dedication, inclusion and sensitivity.    

Community Prevention Resources brings the following NJPN programs to Warren County:

We also provide the following programs:

ATOD
The impact of substance abuse is wide spread and affects all members in the community.  CPRWC offers prevention presentations to the community on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

Beginning Alcohol and Addictions Basic Education Studies (BABES)
BABES is a nationally-recognized prevention program that teaches important life skills and provides accurate, non-judgmental information about the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs to third- and fourth-grade children.

Binge Drinking
This presentation highlights the dangers of binge drinking and how to resist peer pressure.

Bullying/Cyberbullying Prevention and Intervention
Presentations for students in grades K through 12 and parents help students recognize and change bullying behavior.

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)
Chronic illnesses such as asthma, diabetes and alcohol and other drug addictions debilitate individuals and limit their ability to enjoy a full life.  CDSMP is designed to help individuals with chronic illness maximize their life experience while living with chronic illness. 

Community Action Partnership of Warren County (CAP)
The CAP Coalition, coalition for a Drug-Free Warren County, is a diverse group of community members committed to increasing the well-being of our youth and neighborhoods by preventing substance abuse.

Footprints for Life
Footprints for Life is a research-based primary prevention program that builds assets and teaches important life skills to students in grades two and three. Footprints for Life teaches students about planning and decision-making practices, interpersonal skills, peer pressure and conflict resolution.

Forest Friends
This asset-building program is designed to develop and reinforce resiliency skills, utilizing puppets, songs and stories, in pre-kindergarten through first-grade children.

Keys to InnerVisions (KIV)
This program is for adults and adolescents and focuses on changing the beliefs and behaviors that lead to drug abuse and dependency.

Positive Parenting
This parenting program discusses issues such as sibling rivalry, discipline and creating a safe home atmosphere.

Prevention Classes/Trainings
CPRWC offers courses that can lead to certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS).

Prevention Task Force of Warren County (PTF)
PTF is dedicated to preventing substance abuse among 18 to 25 year olds and encourages healthy choices and behaviors among this age group.

Rainbows
Rainbows provides a bridge to emotional healing for children, adolescents, and adults confronting death, divorce or other painful family transition.

Strengthening Families Program
This program is a parenting and family management project developed specifically for family units in which parents are at high risk for substance abuse and related issues.

Tough Choices® beyond Anger Management
This program is an evidence-based cognitive behavioral program designed for those functioning at a fourth grade and higher cognitive level. Relaxation techniques, videos and worksheets are utilized to guide students through their hurt and anger.