Free Health Services
The County of Union, NJ announces the expansion of its Prescription Drug Discount Purchasing Program to include any county resident. Residents may call 1-800-733-8546 for more information.
New Jersey Medical School of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ is offering FREE Mammograms and Exams for women ages 40-64, who have no health insurance, Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. For more information call 973-972-7007.
Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center offers FREE Mammograms and Exams to women ages 50 to 64, who have inadequate health insurance. Call Marge at 908-237-5409 for more information.
The Radiological Society of North America (RONA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR) offers a patient education web site with information about radiology tests and treatment. Visit www.RadiologyInfo.org
MedicAlert Foundation offers free information on MEDIC ALERT bracelets and necklaces. Call 800-IDALERT or visit www.medicalert.org
The New Jersey HIV/AIDS hotline is now available 24-hours a day, everyday to answer general questions concerning HIV/AIDS. If you have questions, help is just a phone call away at 1-800-624-2377.
The New Jersey Poison Control Center has specially trained personnel available, toll-free to assist you 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. For free phone stickers, magnets and educational information, call 1-800-222-1222
Volunteer Opportunities
Women's Health and Counseling Center, 71 Fourth St., Somerville, NJ is in need of Volunteer Advocates for its Sexual Assault Support Services program, which provides survivors of sexual assault with emotional support and referral services. Bilingual Spanish volunteers are especially needed. On-site training is provided. For information about becoming a Volunteer Advocate, please call 908-526-2335, Ext. 130.
The Greater Somerset County Chapter of the American Red Cross is looking for Volunteer Drivers to transport the Elderly and Disabled to medical appointments. This program runs Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. For details call 908-725-2217, Ext. 232.
Women Aware, Inc. is currently seeking Court Advocate Volunteers to assist their legal advocates in Middlesex County Superior Family Court. Volunteers will receive 40-hours of domestic violence training as well as on the job training with the legal advocates in the court system. Bilingual Spanish a plus. If interested, please call 732-937-9525.
Life Source Services Hospice, Paramus, NJ is looking for new volunteers to assist patients and their families. Hospice is dedicated to caring for patients who are terminally ill. For more information call 888-865-5103.
Announcements
Attention: New Jersey residents in need of affordable telephone services. Verizon is offering a service called Communications Lifeline and Link Up America. This offers eligible consumers discounted local phone service. For eligibility and enrollment, call NJ Shares at 888-337-3339. Because, in an emergency, who can afford not to have a phone?
Check it out! Under a new federal law, consumers are entitled to a Free copy of their credit report once every 12 months. Log on to www.annualcreditreport.com or call 877-322-8228.
Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County is an organization that provides Free, Confidential, One-On-One Tutoring to adults who cannot read. Call 908-725-5430 to set up an appointment or to become a tutor.
U.S. Small Business Administration will provide its quarterly newsletter "SBA New Jersey" online to interested NJ small business owners and entrepreneurs. Please visit http://web.sba.gov/list to register.
Community Events
Reformed Church Home, 1990 Route 18 North, Old Bridge, NJ will serve as a drop-off center for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves' Toys for Tots program beginning immediately through December 13th. You are invited to drop-off new, unwrapped children's gifts. No toy weapons, candy, used toys, chemicals or toys which are dangerous in any manner. Please call 732-607-9230 with questions.
St. James Episcopal Church, 2136 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ will host a Thanksgiving Eve Service on Wednesday, November 25th, 7:30 pm. All are welcome. Call 732-985-2023 if more information is needed.
America's Keswick, 601 Route 530, Whiting, NJ will host a Christmas Concert, "One Incredible Moment," on Saturday, November 29th at 7:00 pm. Enjoy the 125 voice choir that will present the music and message in the lyrics. A free will offering will be taken. For details call 1-800-453-7942.
America's Keswick, 601 Route 530, Whiting, NJ invites all Seniors to a Winter Senior's Conference on Monday, November 30th. Morning meetings - 9:30 am and Evening sessions - 7:00 pm. Enjoy varied activities, good food and great fellowship. For details call 1-800-453-7942.
America's Keswick, 601 Route 530, Whiting, NJ invites you to attend an Old-Fashioned Community Hymn Sing on Thursday, December 3rd. Special theme for the day will be "Christmas." Meet friends at 9:30 am for a time of fellowship and refreshments before the program of worship, inspiration and great group singing begins at 10:00 am. For more details call 1-800-453-7942.
Calvary Chapel of Montclair, 46 Park St., Montclair, NJ will sponsor a One Day Seminar- How the Study the Bible on Saturday, December 5th, 8:30 am. For directions and more information call 973-783-6001 or visit www.calvarymontclair.org
Whiting Bible Church, 95 Lacey Rd., Whiting, NJ will hold Bible School, every Sunday, 10:00-11:00 am. Classes for all ages, including college students and adults. For details call 732-350-9290 or visit www.whitingbiblechurch.org.
Mendham Hills Community Church, 480 Route 24, Mendham, NJ will begin its "Celebrate Recovery" program on Mondays, 7:00-9:00 pm. This program is a Christ-centered recovery program for those dealing with grief, divorce, substance abuse, co-dependency, childhood trauma, financial insecurity and more. Call 908-766-6332 or visit www.mendhamhills.org
First Congregational Church, 539 Barron Ave., Woodbridge, NJ invites you to it "Church Reading Circle," discussing Rick Warren's "Purpose Driven Life." Every Thursday at 7:30-8:30 pm. For details call 732-634-0582.
Monmouth Worship Center Assemblies of God, 176 Route 79, Marlboro, NJ will hold a Grief Support Group on Sundays, 10:00-10:45 am. For more information call 732-332-9600.
Flemington Assembly of God, 434 Route 202 North, Flemington, NJ will host Bilingual (Spanish & English) Community Outreach Services. Services will be held every 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. For directions or more information call 908-782-5232 or visit www.flemingtonassemblyofgod.org
Middlesex Presbyterian Church, 1190 Mountain Ave., invites older adults for Lunch, Fellowship, Hymn Singing and Scripture Reading on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, from 11:30 am-1:00 pm. All are welcome! Call 732-469-4498 if you would like to attend.
Evangelical Free Church, 11 Lambert Rd., Blairstown, NJ welcomes you to attend Family Night held Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm. There will be Boy's Brigade, Pioneer Girls, Adult and Junior High workshops and the Church library will be open. Nursery provided. For details call 908-362-8979.
Monmouth Worship Center Assemblies of God, 176 Route 79, Marlboro, NJ continues to sponsor Seminars on Aging: The Challenges of Caring for Loved Ones and Our Own Aging Process, Wednesday evenings, 7:30 pm. For more information call 732-332-9600.
Calvary Temple, 1111 Preakness Ave., Wayne, NJ offers a variety of Nurture Groups where you can come and find support, encouragement and answers for the issues of life. Offering Anger Management-God's Way, Biblical Health & Wellness, Grief Share, Healing for the Wounded Heart, Marriage Builders, Turning Point A & B (for those addicted and their families), Men's Pure Life Support Group, Divorce Care, Divorce Care for Kids, on Thursdays. All are welcome. For times of group meetings or more information call 973-694-2938, Ext. 252.
Nassau Christian Center, 26 Nassau St., Princeton, NJ announces a cutting edge, new service designed specifically for University and College students as well as the young at heart every Sunday, 7:15 pm. Refreshments will be served afterward and free parking is available. Call 609-921-0981 or visit www.worship@nassauchristian.org for more information.
The Church of Grace and Peace, 1563 Old Freehold Rd., Toms River, NJ announces the opening of Healing Rooms. Prayer is available for healing every Monday night, 7:00-9:00 pm. For directions or more information call 732-349-1550 Ext. 201.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers), designed to meet the needs of mothers of children ages newborn to 5 years old will meet the 1st Tuesday of each month, 9:15 am at the Middlesex Presbyterian Church, 1190 Mountain Ave., Middlesex, NJ. Light refreshments served. For more information call 732-469-4498.
Willow Grove Presbyterian Church, 1961 Raritan Rd., Scotch Plains, NJ will offer Free Stretches for Health Class every Tuesday 10:30-11:30 am. For details call 908-232-5678 or visit www.willowgrovechurch.org
Grace Evangelical Free Church, Milton, NJ presents, "Grace Coffee House," on 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Enjoy contemporary music, stories and a children's devotional and movie time for ages 1-12 years. For more information call 973-697-2400 or visit www.gefcnj.org
The Church of Grace and Peace, 1563 Old Freehold Rd., Toms River, NJ invites you to join a 13-week Grief Share Recovery Support Video Seminar and Support Group, Saturdays, beginning October 17th, 1:30-33:30 pm. For more information call 732-349-1550 Ext. 204 or visit www.griefshare.org
Manhattan Church of Christ, 48 East 80th Street, New York, NY will host "Divorce Care," a support group for anyone who is separated or experiencing divorce, beginning Friday, September 18th-December 18th, 6:00 pm. For more information call 212-737-4900 or visit www.manhattanchurch.org
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