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Reflections on Everyday Coping During a Pandemic When a Family Member Has I/DD: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 Tuesday, Oct. 6th, 7:00pm. Free webinar hosted by The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute on  The title of this webinar is "." Participants at this webinar will learn to recognize and effectively respond to the daily challenges of social distancing, disruptions in normal routine and following risk reducing strategies that have become a way of life during this pandemic. They will also learn to recognize when these stressors trigger reactions for family members with I/DD that need additional professional attention. The emphasis [...]

Living with Grief - 4 Week Lecture Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27, 7:00pm A 4-week lecture series to explore the normal, natural and unavoidable reactions to loss. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the effect grief has on our lives, our loved ones and our relationships. Presented by Cecelia Clayton, MPH.  Series presented compliments of New Vitality, Atlantic Health System's unique health and wellness program tailored to meet the needs of today's adults 65 and older. Zoom Meeting: Pre-registration is required. For more information or to pre-register, click here. - [...]

Mayor Dwayne D. Warren, Esq., councilwoman-At-Large Adrienne Wooten 3rd Annual Purple Tree Lighting Ceremony STAND AGAINST  DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Orange Military Park on Main Street - Orange, NJ 07050 Oct. 9, 2020  5:30 PM Wear purple to spread awareness & show  support for all victims of violence Wearing Face Masks is mandatory. For more information call -     Councilwoman-At-Large Adrienne Wooten  973-518-3360

The Orange NJ Office of the Reentry Coordinator presents L.I.F.E. Workshops Living In Fulfilled Excellence Every Tuesday at 11 AM Beginning October 20, 2020 Every Thursday at 7:00 PM Beginning October 22, 2020 Bethel Baptist Church  229 Wallace Street, Orange NJ Workshops will be held inside the Church Presenting weekly workshops for the Reentry Community: Life Skills Employment Readiness Conflict Management Financial Planning Counceling / Mentoring Hosted by:  Dr. Darren A. Ferguson, Reentry Coordinator - Facilitator For Information Call:  862-214-3221 Or Email:  Darren.Ferguson77@gmail.com *** Masks Required - Social Distancing Observed Please call to reserve your seat. NO WALK-INS [...]

Mayor Dwayne D. Warren, ESQ.  The Orange Municipal Council and Orange Recreation in collaboration with New Jersey Latino American Trooper Society (NJLATS) & Jersey Star Soccer Club are offering a FREE soccer training session. FREE TRAINING SESSION The First 50 Kids to Register Will Secure a Spot! Both Girls & Boys Welcome - OPEN AGES 5-12 Date:  October 10th, 2020 Time:  10AM  |  12PM Place:   College Park Turf Field - 444 Alden St, Orange,NJ 07050 Fun with soccer & more (FREE Ball Given to Each Kid) Please email Jose or Katie with your child's name and age to register! [...]

Virtual Parent Empowerment Conference - October 2-3, 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. KEYNOTE:  The Honorable Helen E. Hoens, NJ Supreme Court (ret.) and the parent of an adult with disabilities.  Disability Advocacy After COVID-19: Navigating a World Where Everything Changed, and Nothing Changed.  Plus more than 20 speakers including nationally and internationally recognized experts and thought leaders, will speak over two days! BREAKOUT SESSIONS INCLUDE:  Surrogate Decision-Making - Options in Guardianship Voting Rights for Citizens with Disabilities Basics of the Neuropsychological Evaluation Self-Directing a Home for Your Child with Disabilities Managing Anxiety and Stress as Students Return to School [...]