Teens Programs

Understanding the adolescent experience and keeping the lines of communication open motivates interpersonal connection and reduces risk of mental health illness.

Our seminars, presented by leading mental health professionals, offer tools to increase awareness and better connect with teens.

Join other dedicated parents and educators in a meaningful experience that is guaranteed to enrich your relationship with your teen.

UMatter Upcoming Events

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Sunday, March 9, 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

UMatter Past Events

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Sunday, January 19, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Sunday, December 8, 2024 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Monday, October 7  5:00 – 6:00 PM High School Students

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Monday, August 26, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Sunday, June 9, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Monday, June 3  5:00 – 6:00 PM High School Students

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Monday, May 6  5:00 – 6:00 PM High School Students

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Monday, April 1  5:00 – 6:00 PM High School Students

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Monday, March 14  5:00 – 6:00 PM High School Students

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Monday, February 5 4:00 – 5:00 PM 7th & 8th Grade

Monday, February 5  5:15 – 6:15 PM High School

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Sunday, January 28, 1:00 – 4:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Monday, January 8 4:00 – 5:00 PM 7th & 8th Grade

Monday, January 8 5:15 – 6:15 PM High School

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Mental Health First Aid Covers:

Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in this age group, including anxiety, depression, substance use challenges, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).

How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis.

How to connect the youth with help.

Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.

Wednesday, November 1, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

FOR PARENTS AND TEENS

Addressing the Horror and Heartbreak in Israel

Addressing the Horror and Heartbreak in Israel

MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 7:30-8:30 PM
LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Wednesday, August 2, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Thursday, May 4, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Monday, February 27, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Paint Night

Discover your inner creative talent!

All materials provided.
No artistic ability or experience is required.

Sunday, February 5, 5:00 – 6:00 PM High School

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Sunday, January 8 6:00 – 7:00 PM High School

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training Workshop

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

Teens
Thursday, December 8,  5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Teen Talks

Do you sometimes feel: Stressed, Anxious, Sad, Hopeless? Let’s talk it out.

Join local teens and voice yourself in a:

  • Supportive Space
  • Safe Environment
  • Judgement Free Zone

Sunday, December 11 5:30 – 6:30 PM 7th and 8th grade
Sunday, December 11 6:45 – 7:45 PM Middle school

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

One Thing I Wish You Know

Learn to celebrate the superpowers that enable teens to triumph in the face of adversity.

Discover real-life stories of individuals who have overcome obstacles by tapping into their inner strength.

Sunday, November 13 6:00 PM
LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Youth Mental Health First Aid Traning

Learn how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18.

Thursday, November 10, 4:30 – 9:00 PM
LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Open House

Acquire the skills you need to identify and help someone in need.

Wednesday, September 14, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

An Evening of Empowerment

Raising children with realistic views under the influences of reality and social media. Recognizing mental health challenges, anxiety, and depression in peers.

Tuesday, May 3, 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

A Trek of Courage

From substance abuse, to certified alcohol and drug counselor.
Sunday, January 16,  7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Keys to Resilience

Be Inspired by Rabbi Ephraim Simon’s path to living-organ donation as he tells his story of resilience and strength, and walk away with tools to overcome challanges.

Sunday, November 21, 2021, 7:00pm – 8:00pm
LifeTown Parking Lot
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

SafeTalk Training Workshop

Be empowered with tools to understand, address, and prevent suicidality amongst our teens. Take an active role in connecting teens in crisis with life-saving resources.

  • Sunday, June 6 2:00 – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday, June 8 4:00 – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday, October 17 4:00 – 7:30 PM

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ

Kickoff Event

Umatter empowers teens to help their peers who are struggling with mental health challenges, and teaches them skills for offering support.
Thursday, October 14, 6:00pm – 7:30pm

LifeTown
10 MicroLab Road, Livingston, NJ