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- An Artist's Version of Family
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Afternoon Congregation Retreat
Come join us on Sunday, April 30th at Liquid Church in Parsippany to hear about the latest happenings at Family Promise of Morris County! We will be talking about all our programs, including an update on the Shelter Program. You will hear about new opportunities to connect with our guests, both families and individuals, and ways that you can make a positive impact on their lives!
We will have guest speakers from Family Promise staff, a Shelter graduate, and more! Don't miss out on this first in-person post COVID gathering of our coordinators, clergy, and volunteers! It's time to reconnect! Coffee, tea, and desserts provided.
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Please RSVP:
973-619-8316
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Liquid Church
299 Webro Rd.
Parsippany
2:30 - 4:30 pm
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An Artist's Version of Family
Before the pandemic, while experiencing street homelessness and poor mental health, Marc was a regular guest at Our Promise Drop-In Resource Center. Unfortunately, he didn't have any close family or a support system to help him through this tough time. At first, Marc was on the quieter side and hesitant to ask for help, but he was always drawing. When staff took an interest in his work, he instantly lit up. Connecting over something he loved – art – helped open up a discussion about his current situation and goals.
When we shifted our services outdoors during COVID, OP staff didn’t see much of Marc. However, he received a housing voucher through the County’s Coordinated Entry System, and when we resumed services indoors, Marc started coming in again and proudly reported that he had moved into an apartment. Though he had found a place to call home, Marc needed help completing all of the complicated paperwork for his voucher and affordable housing complex. The team jumped right in to help him, and he has maintained his housing stability since then.
Marc continues to be a regular guest at OP, as he values the community and support he receives there. His story is a poignant example of the power of community and the hope that OP offers to those we serve! When OP staff asked Marc to paint a picture that reminded him of family, he painted Our Promise!
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Roxbury Woman's Club
Thank you to the Roxbury Woman's Club for creating homemade blankets for the children in our programs. They are fun and colorful and a big hit for spring!
We appreciate the support you've provided Family Promise over the years!
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Daugherty Business Solutions
Thank you, Daugherty Business Solutions, for collecting and donating needed toiletries, men's t-shirts, and toilet paper. Our guests appreciate so much your generosity and care!
We look forward to partnering with you again to help meet the needs of our guests!
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PSE&G
A big thank-you to PSE&G employees for holding a donation drive for participants in all our programs! Our families and individuals received many non-perishable food items that are a tremendous help with tight budgets.
We saw many smiles from those who received the food items!
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St. Andrew Lutheran Church
The moms in our programs benefit greatly from receiving these costly items, and they are thrilled to have a diaper resource to rely on. We appreciate you helping us fulfill that need.
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Unemployment benefits – Do you know anyone who has been furloughed or has had their employment put on hold? To find out if eligible for unemployment benefits, check out NJ.com at Unemployed in NJ who has put together an unemployment survival kit. For Unemployment Insurance go to: My Unemployment NJ.gov
211 Assistance Programs - Click on the following programs to learn about each one:
DCAid Assistance Programs - Click here to check out more assistance programs
Eviction Prevention Program - information available here on preventing eviction
Job Opportunities – Check out NJ Jobs, a jobs and hiring site that lists over 65,000 New Jersey job openings.
Mortgage Payments – Refer to the Federal Housing Finance Agency for help with mortgage payments. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the Federal Home Loan Banks are offering mortgage relief for homeowners.
Monthly Bills – For assistance with paying monthly bills, please refer to ConsumerFinance.gov. The Consumer Protection Financial Bureau lists steps to take to protect yourself financially.
Food / Cash / Health Insurance Assistance – For additional assistance with food, financial needs, and health insurance, check out NJ Helps.
Text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive text alerts from the NJ Governor’s office . You can also call a Healthcare Professional at 1-800-962-1253.
*Credit to our community partner, Habitat for Humanity, for above information.
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Will You Consider Helping with the Following Needed Items?
- Paper towels
- Toilet paper
- Tissues
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash
- Body Wash
- Body Lotion
- Soap
- Deodorant
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Essential Needs for Guests at Our Promise:
Men's sweatshirts sizes L, 2XL & 3XL
Men's Boxers sizes L, XL, 2XL & 3XL
Women's Underwear sizes 6, 7, 8, XL
Women's T-shirts all sizes
Mouthwash
Hand Sanitizer or Hand Wipes
Sanitizing Wipes & Other Cleaning Supplies
Laundry Detergent
Wash Cloths
Pocket Tissues
Umbrellas
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