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11 March 2013

Inaugural Golf Outing Announced by Care Plus Foundation

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Care Plus Foundation will host its first charitable golf outing on Monday, October 15, 2012 at the exclusive White Beeches Golf and Country Club in Haworth, New Jersey. The event is expected to draw Foundation supporters, representatives from local businesses, as well as other members of the community.

Participants will enjoy a buffet lunch, 18 holes of golf with cart and greens fees included, hole contests, raffles, and a closing cocktail party and dinner.

“Our goal for this event is to bring together all levels of golfers on a fun-filled fall day of celebration and fundraising support for the valuable programs that Care Plus NJ provides for our community,” stated Care Plus Foundation chairperson Mary Ann Uzzi. “It’s an exclusive club with a beautiful course, plus a fabulous dinner venue. I know our friends and supporters are excited to attend.”

White Beeches Golf and Country Club, named in honor of the beech trees that originally lined the course, was designed world-renowned golf course architect Walter J. Travis. As noted on their website, “White Beeches’ championship design displays the subtlety, playability and beauty that was, and remains, the Walter J. Travis trademark.” The Club has hosted many prestigious golf tournaments over the years.

Joseph Masciandaro, President and CEO of Care Plus NJ added, “It’s events such as this that allow us to combine the challenge and camaraderie of a day of golf, while raising the awareness and funding needed to achieve our goals.”

The Foundation is currently welcoming sponsors as well as participants. For more information, visit Care Plus NJFoundation.org or call 201-986-5070.

The Care Plus Foundation is a supporting arm of Care Plus NJ was created with a mission to decrease the stigma of mental illness and pave the way to accessibility of care for those looking to seek help. As a 501c(3) non-profit organization, all donations are tax deductible in accordance with Federal and State regulations.

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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.

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Motivated individuals in recovery set clear and realistic goals for themselves. Utilizing the stages of change model, Care Plus NJ walks patients through various stages of a substance use disorder, including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and relapse prevention. Understanding these stages helps individuals navigate their unique recovery journey.

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