r/northjersey

A close family member is struggling pretty severely with substance use, and our family is trying to figure out how to stage an effective intervention and get her into treatment.

We are looking for recommendations for professionals in North Jersey who help families navigate situations like this (intervention support, coaching around boundaries, family guidance, treatment navigation, etc.).

Google has been full of marketing-heavy rehab results, so I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone with direct experience or local knowledge.

Thank you in advance for your help

Just in time for the NBA Finals and FIFA World Cup, we've debuted a list of North Jersey's best wing spots. Of course, everyone has a different opinion on wings (from flavor to texture and cooking prep style), so I'd love to hear where your favorite spots are!

Interesting article!

We are planning a wedding and aren't sure whether to go with The Palazzo or Grand Ballroom (or neither) at the Venetian in Garfield, NJ. We are inviting around 300 people, so most likely will have around 230-250 guests. We love the Palazzo but I'm extremely nervous that the room will look empty, especially the dance floor because it's HUGE. The Grand Ballroom is gorgeous too but I'm nervous that may look cramped and/or might not be as luxurious as the Palazzo. I really want the party/dancing aspect to be good for everyone. Also if you have any other suggestions for places that are similarly priced, I would be open to exploring other options as well. Please help!

[Englewood/Teaneck NJ] Looking for someone with a car/truck to help with a small move — will pay gas + cash

Hey NJ fam! I need some help today moving a few boxes and bags from my storage unit in Englewood. Nothing crazy, just:

3 stops total:

Pick up from storage unit in Englewood

Drop donations at Goodwill in Hackensack

Drop remaining boxes/furniture at my home in Teaneck

Items are a few boxes, few trash bags, 2 side tables and 1 coffee table. You'd need to be okay with me riding along. Offering cash for your time incl gas. All 3 stops are close together, shouldn't take more than 35 mins to 1hours tops.

Comment or DM me if you can help TODAY! 🙏

🟨okay with loading car/truck

🟨Okay with me tagging along

The Costco gas station in Wharton is a perfect example of why we should pump our own gas. Should there be gas attendants? Absolutely! But I should also be able to get out of my car, pump my own gas and leave.

Hi. Southeast PA native here. For a bit of background, most of my family is from NJ (central and northern), and I grew up 20 minutes from the southern NJ border, so I’m very familiar with this underappreciated state. I lived in NYC for college and Baltimore for graduate school, and I’m now moving back to North Jersey for work. I’ve been talking to family and friends about where to live, but I still don’t really know where to live and how to start this big move re: looking at rentals. I looked at the ”moving to NJ” post, but I think me and OP were looking for different things.

My new job is in the Livingston/Short Hills area. I’m looking for something that’s somewhat walkable and maybe has public transit. I have a car, so commuting is fine (I’m used to a 30-45 minute one currently), but I’m used to being in cities and I love being in places that I can walk to get a cup of coffee or take a bus to the station, etc. I’m looking for a place that has stuff going on on the weekends, or at least is close to things with stuff going on. I like museums, reading, ceramics, cooking, and farmers markets. So, big town, city, etc. I’m a teacher, so, money is limited. I’m looking for a studio or 1bdbr, maybe around 2000/month, though rent prices in Baltimore are very different than NJ, so I’m ready to readjust that expectation. My family and friends have recommended Caldwell, Hanover, Morristown, and Maplewood. I’m thinking Newark as well, but I don’t know what neighborhoods. Any recommendations, or things to keep in mind? Or any brokers or places to look for places? Thanks.

Hope anyone reading this is well, I’ve been at target for 4 years now (23 years old now) working at the customer service department but the pay is not good for the amount of work and my loyalty there. Anyone know any jobs hiring that may accept my experience? Currently in Orange nj

Where do you gardeners go to get vegetable plants? I missed the window to grow from seed and just set up a large elevated garden bed and don’t want to go to Home Depot for their basic selection.

Was in Palisades Park and I went into a lot, didn't notice the pay station until I got back and got a ticket. For those who have gotten them before did you still plea not guilty or just paid the fine whatever it was.

What are your honest reviews on private schools such as Montclair Kimberly, Pingry and/or others for elementary school? Particularly for people of color.

And yes I recognize that this is a privileged question.

A little background: We've lived in Montclair for several years. We never planned on moving here and NOT using the public school system for our children but here we are...

One child is starting kindergarten in a year, and I just can't wrap my mind around 21 five-year olds and 1 teacher, given the recent cuts to the Montclair school budget. And the ratios go up from there.

They cut the languages, library teachers, tech teachers, Jr sports and more at the elementary level which I could live with. But the teacher student ratios are high, especially for a high energy boy. I'm looking for smaller class sizes.

Also home prices are crazy so not looking to move at the moment. Thoughts on the best private elementary schools in the area? Thanks! (cross-posted)

Hi all. I live in north jersey and I'm looking for a good therapist. Someone experienced in divorce, betrayal trauma, and takes Aetna insurance. Does any one have any recommendations? I don't want to do an online subscription service like betterhelp; I've tried that and I don't like how I'm randomly paired with someone without being able to research them first. Drinks and dinner and a new friendship to anyone who can help! 😊

We are finally moving out of our house in Paramus and I am honestly dreading the logistics. We have a ton of heavy furniture and a narrow driveway that makes everything a pain. I have heard so many horror stories about movers holding stuff hostage or charging triple the quote. Does anyone have a lead on a crew that actually shows up and does the job without the drama?

I am an Egyptian living in Bergen county, been in the US for 5 years

I enjoy hiking, fitness, chess, books and cooking

I live by myself and I drive

Looking for friends around who have similar interests or into the same career as mine (software engineering, CS,...)

Gym buddies, or people to go out with.

I don't drink or smoke.

Feel free to dm

Hi everyone!! I’m moving to NJ this summer for medical school in Nutley (SO excited) and could really use some advice on where to live because I’m honestly getting overwhelmed searching.

I’m a 25F moving from out of state. I specifically want a solo 1-bedroom apartment because I previously had a really bad roommate experience and cannot handle the added stress during med school.

My priorities are as follows:

• SAFE area
• within ~15-20 mins of Nutley
• ideally around $2k/month give or take
• in-unit washer/dryer (I feel like for these NJ prices this is not an insane ask 😭)

I don’t care about nightlife/luxury amenities/fancy gyms/etc. I just want somewhere clean, safe, and professionally managed where I won’t be fighting management constantly or worried walking to my car alone.

The issue I’m running into is that every apartment building I find has horrible reviews OR suspiciously perfect reviews that are called out by other reviewers for being fake/incentivized. Since I’m not from NJ, I also don’t really know which towns/areas are considered safe vs areas to avoid.

Right now I’ve been looking around Nutley, Clifton, and Bloomfield, but I would REALLY appreciate honest local opinions from anyone, but especially women.

If you have:

• apartment complexes you actually recommend
• management companies to avoid
• areas/neighborhoods that are safest
• realistic expectations for my budget
• advice about commuting/traffic around Nutley

I would be super grateful. Thank you so much :)