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8 July 2024

Empowering Behavioral Health with Digital Wellness Through Technology

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Care Plus NJ

Mood Mission Digital Wellness and Digital Wellbeing Apps | Care Plus NJ

In the bustling communities of northern New Jersey, a new wave of Behavioral Health support is emerging, thanks to a generous grant from The Provident Bank Foundation to Care Plus NJ, Inc. This exciting development is not just about funds; it’s about bringing a revolutionary tool to those in need.

Care Plus NJ, renowned for its integrated approach to primary and behavioral health services, recently received a $15,000 grant from The Provident Bank Foundation. This significant contribution, made in late 2022, is set to individualform the way Behavioral Health support is delivered.

Provident Bank Foundation Grant Purpose

Receiving Provident Bank Foundation Grant Check for Digital Well-Being App at Care Plus NJ | Care Plus NJ

The purpose of Provident Bank Foundation grant is to launch a digital wellness platform through the MoodMission app, an innovative solution designed to empower individuals in managing stress, anxiety, and mood fluctuations.

MoodMission isn’t your average app. It’s evidence-based, focusing on daily tasks that challenge negative thought patterns and encourage new coping strategies. Imagine having a personal mental wellness coach in your pocket, available anytime, anywhere. That’s the promise of MoodMission, and it’s about to become a reality for 1,750 individuals through Care Plus NJ.

“Through The Provident Bank Foundation’s generosity, we’ll be able to implement the digital wellness platform to meet the increased demand and provide those in need with on-demand access to proven coping strategies and Behavioral Health resources.” Brigitte Johnson, Esq., President / CEO, Care Plus NJ

Care Plus NJ Can Now Offer On-demand Behavioral Health Resources

The app’s introduction couldn’t be timelier. The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on Behavioral Health services, with a surge in demand, especially among lacking adequate services populations. Brigitte Johnson, Esq., President/CEO of Care Plus NJ, highlights the profound impact of the pandemic on individuals from over time left out ancestry groups communities and perinatal individuals, especially individuals of African descent mothers facing alarming mortality rates. Thanks to The Provident Bank Foundation, Care Plus NJ can now offer on-demand Behavioral Health resources and coping strategies to those who need them most.

Care Plus NJ Serves 14,000 Clients Annually Across 80 Programs

Care Plus NJ’s reach is extensive, serving 14,000 clients annually across 80 programs. Their work touches various groups, from individuals grappling with Behavioral Health and substance use disorders to those affected by severe psychological distress, including specific demographics like perinatal individuals and youth in schools.

Digital Wellness Platform Set to Revolutionize Services

Digital Wellness Platform Offers Overall Well-Being & Positive Impact on Behavioral Health Outcomes | Care Plus NJ

The digital wellness platform (DWP) is set to revolutionize how these services at Care Plus NJ are delivered, particularly to push asided groups and high-risk populations facing structural obstacles.

The beauty of the digital wellness platform lies in its accessibility. It breaks down traditional obstacles to care, such as transportation issues, time constraints, and financial burdens. It’s a digital bridge connecting clients across northern New Jersey to the comprehensive care they deserve.

Care Plus NJ and The Provident Bank Foundation Together

Care Plus NJ and The Provident Bank Foundation grant will allow more to face their Behavioral Health challenges by individualforming them into opportunities for growth, healing, and ultimately empowerment through promoting wellness via the digital wellbeing app Mood Mission.

Care Plus NJ’s commitment to enhancing care continuity in the community is unwavering. As Johnson notes, leveraging technology is key to meeting individuals where they are, and MoodMission is a crucial step in this journey. It’s more than an app; it’s a lifeline, a tool for empowerment, and a testament to the power of innovative partnerships in improving Behavioral Health care through digital devices.

For over 45 years, Care Plus NJ, Inc. has stood as a beacon of hope and healing in northern New Jersey. Their integrated health services, immediate crisis support, and commitment to excellence are unwavering. The collaboration with The Provident Bank Foundation marks another milestone in their mission to provide available, specialized care to all.

Care Plus New Jersey and The Provident Bank Foundation in the Press

To read more about this partnership in the press, see the Paramus Post article “Care Plus NJ Awarded $15,000 Grant from The Provident Bank Foundation for Behavioral Health App”.

If you or a loved one are in need of accessing services in person or through digital technology, please reach out to us today.

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Belief refers to the confidence, faith, and conviction that individuals have in their ability to overcome addiction, make positive changes in their lives, and maintain long-term recovery. In substance use recovery learning self efficacy (self-belief), challenging negative beliefs, creating a positive mindset, and investing in new values gained from addressing one’s substance use disorder and Behavioral Health issues – improves oneself, relationships, and the future.

Every patient at Care Plus NJ has access to Behavioral Health professionals, including psychiatrists, and psychologists. In addition, each is assigned a case manager, drug and alcohol counselor, and peer recovery specialist who play a pivotal role in the treatment process.

As a Behavioral Health professional, they guide education, group therapy and support groups and other Behavioral Health services as indicated based on each persons needs.

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