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The NJ Hope and Healing Crisis Counseling Program (CCP) at the Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris serves anyone who has been emotionally impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
There is no fee for participation in our program, which is made possible through a grant from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). All groups are conducted virtually on Zoom.
For more information on any program, call 973-509-9777 ext. 151, text 973-380-0507, or Email gpalmer@mhaessexmorris.org.
Unwind with Us:
Gather with us to share stories, crochet and knit. No experience necessary grab some yarn or another textile and join us for an hour of self-care as we work, chat, and support each other during this uncertain time. This open, drop-in group meets every Tuesday from 5-6 p.m.
We often don t acknowledge the stress that we are going through in our daily lives and perhaps that s even more true during this pandemic. It has crippled the everyday process we used to take in going through our way of life. I’ve noticed that even those who are positive, glass-is-always-half-full people are having a tough time going through this long period of discourse and dishevelment.
For some, it’s not as tough, but for many who struggle every day to pay bills, school the kids, hold on to a job, curb their social behavior, all while dodging the grasp of the actual virus, it can take its toll.
Common calendar, Packet papers, December 25
Common calendar, Packet papers, December 25
Ongoing
While decorating for the holidays is a tradition, too often strings of burnt out or damaged holiday lights end up being tossed out with household garbage.
There is a greener way to properly dispose of these decorations. Instead of discarding non-working lights in the trash, the Burlington County Board of Chosen Freeholders want residents to give them a second life by bringing them to the county’s Resource Recovery Complex, where a permanent electronics disposal center is staffed from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays and from 7-11:30 a.m. Saturdays.
Common calendar, Packet papers, December 18
Common calendar, Packet papers, December 18
Ongoing
Mercer County Community College’s youth program, Camp College, is accepting students for Winter Session and Spring 2021.
Virtual classes for students ages 6-14 focus on science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) with staggered start dates from December through May. Each course is taught live through Zoom and provides a project-based learning experience that combines peer learning with creativity.
Offerings range from science and planetary science study, to writing and book publishing, to coding, animation techniques and virtual reality design. A new e-Sports games-play skill builder was added this session. Two new courses will be introduced this session, including Young Authors where students write and publish books, and YouTube FX Masters where students create Hollywood-style special effects and graphics.
Community Bulletin Board: the North and South Brunswick Sentinel (for Dec. 16)
The North Brunswick Public Library invites residents to join NJTIP @ Rutgers for “You Can Get There from Here!” a free and live virtual visit on Zoom from 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 17 from North Brunswick to New York City.
Realizing that most won’t be able to travel into NYC this December, enjoy virtually touring some holiday highlights, such as storefront window decorations and Rockefeller Center, from the comfort of your home.
Discover local transportation options, learn how to get reduced transit fares for people with disabilities, older adults and veterans. Plan ahead for safe traveling in 2021 by learning how to get there now.