Our Mission
Family Based Services Association of NJ (FBSA) provides peer support, educates, and advocates on behalf of Monmouth County, NJ parents and families of children and youth with emotional, behavioral, mental health, developmental disabilities and substance use.
Support
We support parents and caregivers. Our culturally competent family support partners have "walked the walk" of our families and are thus uniquely positioned to help the family understand and find hope in spite of their difficult situation. We help families identify goals and benchmarks that will lead to a better, more fulfilling life for their children and entire family. We can assist families at critical times such as making referrals to PerformCare to enter the Children's System of Care, crisis units at hospitals, and at school-based meetings.
Educate
We educate parents and caregivers regarding their rights and responsibilities as parents. Our staff mentors parents on the specific challenges their children and family are experiencing and helps them learn about options available in their local communities.
Advocate
We advocate on behalf and for parents and caregivers. Our staff and family / clients practice the advocacy skills that empower a family to discern the services they need to ensure healing and success. On a more global level, we encourage and provide opportunities to interested families to speak publicly about their journeys and contact various levels of elected officials and government agencies to advocate for their families and community.
Events Calendar
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Spanish Support Group 5:30 pm Spanish Support Group @ Freehold Community Wellness Center Jan 4 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm ![]() Spanish speaking support group for families. For more information please email Cinaida at canthony@fbsanj.org or call or text 732-491-1077. | Family Focus Group 6:00 pm Family Focus Group @ Papa Ganache Bakery Jan 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm ![]() This group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month. Please call or text Marie to confirm dates and times. | |||||
Spanish Support Group 5:30 pm Spanish Support Group @ Freehold Community Wellness Center Jan 11 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm ![]() Spanish speaking support group for families. For more information please email Cinaida at canthony@fbsanj.org or call or text 732-491-1077. | ||||||
Spanish Support Group 5:30 pm Spanish Support Group @ Freehold Community Wellness Center Jan 18 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm ![]() Spanish speaking support group for families. For more information please email Cinaida at canthony@fbsanj.org or call or text 732-491-1077. | Family Focus Group 6:00 pm Family Focus Group @ Papa Ganache Bakery Jan 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm ![]() This group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month. Please call or text Marie to confirm dates and times. | |||||
Spanish Support Group 5:30 pm Spanish Support Group @ Freehold Community Wellness Center Jan 25 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm ![]() Spanish speaking support group for families. For more information please email Cinaida at canthony@fbsanj.org or call or text 732-491-1077. | ||||||