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Senior Wheels USA, a nationwide program, can provide a power wheelchair to people age 65 and older and the permanently disabled at no cost to the recipient. For qualifications, call (800) 246-6010.
Throughout October, all branches of the Ocean County Library will participate in "Bookmark Your Health," a project sponsored by the N.J. Department of Health. Information provided by the N.J. Cancer Education and Early Detection program will be available on displays and tables throughout the libraries. Selected branches will provide information in Spanish, as well. Women with limited incomes can learn about resources for receiving a free mammogram. Visit www.oceancountylibrary.org .
The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County has copies of their Directory of Mental Health Professionals and Agencies available for free to the public. The directory lists professionals who specialize in issues relating to anxiety, substance abuse, depression, divorce and stress management as well as work-related issues. Call (732) 542-6422 or visit the Mental Health office at 59 Broad St., Eatontown, during business hours.
The Ocean County Consumer Affairs Department produced a 27-page booklet called "Consumer Insights," available to all at the department's office, 1027 Hooper Ave., Dover Township, or at County Connection in the Ocean County Mall. Topics in the booklet include Internet fraud and identity theft, safety tips and refund policies. Call (732) 929-2105.
Alpha Delta Kappa, an honorary society for women educators, will recognize teachers in the Toms River Regional School district by providing baked goods and toiletries during the month of October. And from October through November, the society will collect canned goods for the local food bank.
Pumpkins are ready for picking at the Pumpkin Patch sponsored by St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 1528 Church Road, from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon-7 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. Proceeds will benefit the Methodist Youth Fellowship.
Temple Beth Am Players of Lakewood are available to perform scripts and musical compositions for organizations throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. The players are not paid, but a $200 donation to the Temple is requested. Call Temple Beth Am at (732) 363-2800 for more information.
St. Francis Parent Center is holding dinners for families with children ages 7-11 Monday and Thursday 6-8 p.m. at St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. Free childcare is available. Contact the center at (609) 494-1554 to register.
YMCA of Ocean County is offering a special rate of 50 percent off memberships for current, active duty military personnel and their families. To receive the discount, bring a copy of an Active Duty Military Card to YMCA, 1088 W. Whitty Road, Dover Township. For information, call (732) 341-9622 or visit www.ocymca.org .
New Jersey Tree Foundation, along with Verizon New Jersey Inc., announces its initiative "Green Cities — Cool Schools" to promote the importance of urban forestry by planting shade trees along streets, in parks and at schools in cities across New Jersey. Volunteers, schoolchildren and residents are needed to help with the plantings this coming fall. Cities may apply to participate in the program by contacting Lisa Simms, director, at (609) 984-3856, or e-mail njtfl@juno.com .
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, in an effort to promote the use of life jackets, is holding a short story/essay contest titled "Why I Wear My Life Jacket" for youths ages 4-15. Winners will recieve $100 savings bond. The deadline is Tuesday. For information, visit www.boatingsidekicks.com or www.safeboatingcouncil.org .
Second Baptist Church of Toms River, 2 First St., is holding free computer classes 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays. Contact Ronald Nancoo, program coordinator, at (732) 270-3124.
The American Red Cross is offering CPR parties for parents and parents-to-be. The parties will take place at the home, and participants can train as many as 12 adults in infant, child and adult CPR as well as first aid. Training is done through a Red Cross certified instructor with hands-on instruction and video training. Costs per person are dependent upon the number of attendees. Each CPR party is approximately three to four hours long. For information or to schedule a party, contact Jessica Revoir, health and safety business coordinator, at (732) 493-9100, Ext. 255, or visit www.jerseycoast-redcross.org on the Web.
Ocean County Library is one of 3,000 libraries nationwide using the Internet to serve both book lovers and the time-pressed. Readers interested in joining Ocean County Library's online book club can register at www.oceancountylibrary.org on the Web. Every Monday the book club starts new books, and each day, members will e-mail a five-minute portion of the book to each other. Those who are interested in reading it can check it out at the library. For information, call the library at (732) 349-6200 or (609) 971-0514.
Free help is now available for Spanish-speaking victims of teasing and bullying and their families. "How to Stop Being Teased and Bullied Without Really Trying," a manual by child psychologist Izzy Kalman, teaches victims of teasing and bullying to solve their problems independently. The Spanish translated version is available online at www.bullies2buddies.com .
Lung Line, a toll-free line established by the 8&40 Salon of Ocean County 482, American Legion Auxiliary, is a way for patients to have their questions answered from registered nurses about respiratory, allergic and immune diseases. Lung Line is open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. at (800) 222-5864. Also, an automated Lung Fact line (800) 552-5864, is available 24 hours a day with 70 pre-recorded messages to answer questions. For information, visit www.nationaljewish.org , or write to National Jewish Medical and Research Center, attn: Lung Line, 1400 Jackson St., Denver, CO 80206.
Pacific Intercultural Exchange, a nonprofit educational organization, needs families to host foreign high school students ages 15-18. The students are English-speaking, have spending money and carry accident and health insurance. PIE matches students with families according to common interests and lifestyles. Host families may also be eligible to claim a $50 per month tax deduction for each month they participate in the program. Monmouth County-area families interested in learning more about student exchange or arranging for a meeting with a community representative may call PIE at (800) 631-1818.
The National Federation of Grandmothers in America was established to honor the role grandmothers play in children's lives. They focus their efforts with chronically ill, physically and mentally challenged children and their families. In addition to supporting programs in their local communities, chapters support CURE, a foundation dedicated to research in children's cancer, which is the National Federation project for 2005. If you are a grandmother with an interest in developing a club, call Colleen H. Murray, national organizer, at (973) 253-9579.
The Ocean County 4-H Karate Club is announcing a membership drive. Children ages 9-18 who would like to learn karate are eligible for membership. For information, call (732) 349-1227.
The U.S. Commission for Scholastic Assistance — College Bound is an organization that supplies the public with more than 1,000 different private scholarship sources. For information on obtaining these scholarship lists, send a self-addressed stamped business-size envelope to The U.S. Commission for Scholastic Assistance, P.O. Box 650067, Potomac Falls, VA 20165-0067.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is seeking interested schools to participate in its nationwide program, Pennies For Patients, to raise funds for leukemia, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma and myeloma research and local patient services. School-age children are asked to collect spare changed during a three-week period and will receive valuable prizes for their efforts. Schools raising more than $750 will receive gift certificates to purchase supplies and learning materials. The top classroom of each participating school receives a party. For information on the Pennies for Patients program, call Caroline Page, campaign coordinator, at (800) 482-2873, Ext. 249, or visit www.schoolandyouth.org/snj on the Web.
POAC, Parents of Autistic Children, a nonprofit organization, is offering a free series of workshops designed to help teachers and family members gain an understanding of how to model and introduce appropriate behavioral and academic supports for children with developmental disabilities. To find a workshop convenient to you, or for information, call (732) 888-1000 or visit www.poac.net .
CONTACT of Ocean County is seeking qualified community people to join its board of directors. CONTACT is a 24-hour crisis hot line that serves the residents of Ocean and Monmouth counties and surrounding areas. The board meets in Toms River one evening a month. If you have strong skills and a desire to help your community, call (732) 240-6104.
The Seaside Italian Club is seeking new members of Italian ancestry to join the club. This nonprofit civic organization gives scholarships and holds an annual Christmas party. For information, call (732) 854-8364.
Veterans, dependents of disabled or deceased veterans, reservists and active duty personnel enrolled at Ocean County College may be eligible to receive monthly financial assistance from the Veterans Administration and the state of New Jersey. Call (732) 255-0310.
a driver's update class for drivers age 50 and older to improve driving skills. Completion of AARP 55/Alive Mature Driving entitles motorists to at least a 5 percent discount on their insurance for three years, plus two points off their driving record, if needed. Cost is $10. Call (888) 227-7669.
Special VFW vehicle plates are available to honorably discharged veterans who have served in foreign wars. Cost is $20. Write to VFW of New Jersey at 135 W. Hanover St., Trenton, NJ 08618 or call (609) 393-1929.
Senior citizens age 55 and older who need work can get assistance from employment resource specialists at the state Department of Labor, Division of Senior Affairs. Call Claire More at (732) 286-5616, Ext. 34.
formerly American Scandinavian Student Exchange, is seeking volunteers to find homes for high school exchange students. Volunteers will be trained. Call Rosie McCoy at (609) 624-0772.
Veterans Association is recruiting in the tristate area. EPVA believes many nonservice veterans who have incurred injuries or disease of spinal cord after their military service are unaware of benefits of membership in the association. Veterans with spinal cord dysfunction are encouraged to call (800) 404-2898.
Toms River Hall of Fame is seeking nominations from the community. If you know anyone who has achieved outstanding recognition in his or her field or who has significantly improved the quality of life in the community or the world, has attended the Toms River schools and has been out of school for 20 years, send his or her name, address, telephone number and recommendations to: Toms River Schools Hall of Fame, 54 Washington St., Toms River, NJ 08753.
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