2017-10-28 - The Brick Times

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By Judy Smestad-Nunn OCEAN COUNTY – Five years after the surge from Superstorm Sandy caused ocean waves to wash over the barrier island and flush out Barnegat Bay, the primary challenges facing the 42-mile long estuary remain the same, said executive director of Save Barnegat Bay Britta Wenzel.

While water sampling taken immediately after the storm might have shown decreased levels of nitrogen and phosphorus because of the flushing, non-point source pollution from developed land continues to run into the bay, causing algae blooms and killing off what was once a thriving shellfish industry, she said.

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Brick Joins Lawsuit Of Pharma Companies

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – The township has joined other cities and states in filing a lawsuit against companies that manufacture opioids, and has retained the national law f ir m of Motley Rice, LLC who would receive no money unless they are successful in their litigation.

During the Oct. 10 council meeting,

Mayor John G. Ducey said the grounds for a lawsuit is based on the opioid manufacturers’ claims to patients and medical providers that OxyContin was not addictive since it was a pill, and that only injectable or sniff-able drugs could become addictive.

“So they said don’t worry, these are (Pharma- See Page 9)

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Sandy’s Psychological Scars Run Deep

By Chris Lundy The Seaside boardwalk is back. The bridges, too. But you don’t have to look too hard to find remnants of Superstorm Sandy’s devastation along the Jersey shore.

A line of waterfront homes is marred by a deserted house. A va–Photo courtesy Priscilla cant property with the Robinson with NJOP footprint still visible. A Tricia McAvoy is still trying to house being rebuilt on get back into her home in Brick. (Sandy - See Page 5)

By Chris Lundy TRENTON – A former Brick Township employee, and the daughter of the former mayor, pleaded guilty to stealing almost $1 million from the township’s health insurance plan, according to a press release from the state attorney general and the Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor.

Kim Bogan, 52, of Brick, pleaded guilty to theft by deception in a hearing before Superior Court Judge Linda G. Baxter in Ocean County.

She is scheduled for sentencing on Jan. 2.

As part of her plea agreement, the state will seek a five year prison sentence, and she (Defrauds - See Page 11)

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Continued From Page 1 “Sandy did nothing to change the leading causes of pollution,” Wenzel said in a phone interview in the week leading up to the anniversary. “And it’s probably in worse condition because we haven’t addressed the problems.”

Baseline sampling to test the bay’s water quality were taken in the summer of 2012, or pre-Sandy, she said, and would be used for the next phase of a State plan to clean up Barnegat Bay. Governor Chris Christie explained Phase 2 of the Barnegat Bay Action Plan during an October 4 press conference held at Cattus Island Park in Toms River.

Phase 1 of the 10-point action plan was launched in 2010, which included the preservation of open space; a commitment to shut down Oyster Creek Nuclear Power Plant by the end of 2019; tens of millions of dollars for local stormwater infrastructure improvements projects; new laws that regulate the formulation and application of fertilizers; and a comprehensive water monitoring network for fresh and marine water quality.

During the press conference, Christie announced that his administration would be providing $20 million in grants to county and local governments and other organizations to address the non-point sources of pollution and other stressors to the bay.

He said the NJ Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) would begin to develop modeling for “focused total maximum daily load criteria for nutrients” to restore impaired areas of the bay to a healthy condition.

Phase 2 would build on Phase 1, Christie said, and would include restoration of impaired areas;

enhancement of areas in the bay that are on the brink of impairment; protection of areas in good health; and assessment and ongoing monitoring to “determine the efficacy of our actions.”

Debris that washed into the bay during the superstorm presents a new unknown, Wenzel said: “What are the long-term effects of household hazardous materials, such as paint cans and lawn mower fuel, that has not necessarily been picked up by sonar?” she asked.

The bottom of the bay would have to be raked in order for all of the hazardous material to be collected, she added.

Wenzel said that she and Save Barnegat Bay President Willie deCamp have discussed putting forward legislation mandating that household hazardous waste be stored higher than the flood level in floodplain areas.

According to Dr. Stewart Farrell Director and Founder of the Coastal Research Center at Stockton University, when the ocean washed over Mantoloking, Bay Head, Ortley Beach and Holgate, “everything imaginable” was washed into the bay, ranging from entire houses, “white goods” (appliances), furniture, sporting equipment such as bicycles, golf clubs, and thousands of pavers.

“The pile of white goods I saw in Mantoloking was about 35 feet high. There were ranges, dryers, sinks, washing machines,” Farrell said.

“They also recovered boats in the woods that had come from the barrier island that were still attached to their trailers.”

The NJDEP, which was in charge of debris removal, hired private dredgers who were brought in to suck up all the material that had ended up in the bay, much of which could be seen at low

tide when the debris was exposed, Farrell said.

The contractors emptied their dredge spoils into front end loaders and then into large sieves with rotating drums that separated the sand from the debris.

“The sand was put back on the land, and the big chunks, including many of the pavers, went elsewhere,” Farrell said.

Private contractors using side scan sonar scoured the bay floor, and divers hooked the large pieces of debris and pulled it up, he said.

“That last golf club isn’t coming back, and there are still thousands of pavers on the bay floor that are now part of the geographical record,” Farrell said.

The overwash created another problem, which was the damage to navigational channels due to shoaling from Sandy.

“FEMA said if you can prove what was deposited into the channels was from Sandy, we’ll pay 90 percent, but the problem was many of the 40 channels in Barnegat Bay had not been surveyed for over five years,” he said.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency said they would not pay for routine dredging of the channels, but they would pay for catastrophic dredging if it could be proven, Farrell recalled.

“Yours truly said that the sediment from Sandy would be different from the normal accrued sediment, so after vertical cores were sampled, and they looked at the material, FEMA agreed that it was not normal,” Farrell said.

Any contrast of the vertical cores, pre-and post-Sandy was “dramatically provable,” Farrell said. Therefore, the NJ Department of Transportation (DOT) “who is in charge of the marine highways,” hired 10 crews for every

state channel. They dredged the channels from Raritan Bay to Cape May Point.

The telltale indicator of Sandy deposits was, in many places, about three feet of highly concentrated plant debris, such as seagrass and pine needles, over the original muddy sand bay floor, Farrell said.

Over the course of a year and a half, the NJDOT took 3,800 sample cores and photographs, and the results were turned over to FEMA for their review.

The Superstorm Sandy State Channels Dredging Project Worksheet has been approved by FEMA, at the cost of an estimated $61.5 million, covering 130 state navigation channels, said NJDOT Director of Communications Steve Schapiro.

He said the continuing NJDOT dredging to repair navigation channels due to Sandy would be paid for by NJDOT and would be eligible for 90 percent reimbursement by FEMA after the project completion.

“NJDOT will only receive reimbursement after projects are completed on a channel-by-channel basis,” Schapiro wrote in an email. “The cost of [dredging navigation channels in Barnegat Bay] is not a fixed number, and I don’t have any figures at this time,” he said. deCamp of Save Barnegat Bay said that the bay has two big problems: a health problem and “an existential problem” in sea level rise.

“Society is in a strange state of awareness. They think that Sandy was an 800-year storm, and we don’t have to worry about it,” he said.

“But sea level rise could take away the barrier island,” deCamp said. “People don’t like to think about it or talk about it.”

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Sandy:

Continued From Page 1 the water. These are the physical scars that Sandy had been there. The emotional scars are usually harder to see.

Many people are still struggling with the psychological effects of Sandy. The time it takes to get back in one’s home is longer than the length of some of the programs to help people.

Tricia McAvoy has not been able to move back in to her house in Brick yet. Instead, she’s staying with her 100-year-old father in Point Pleasant Beach.

“I cannot physically go into that house alone without shaking,” she said.

It hasn’t been fully restored. There have been a host of construction issues, contractor issues, RREM issues, and more. From the outside, it looks like it’s complete, although looking beneath the surface you would be able to see the problems that continue to keep her from coming home. There’s always something else to go wrong.

“You’re waiting for the next shoe to drop.

You don’t want to open any letters. I’m afraid, sometimes, to answer the phone,” she said.

There are physical after-effects as well. She said she developed chronic bronchitis and has had two strokes since the storm. She used to be healthy, but now she’s on 11 pills a day.

“A lot of the stress is having to deal with the insurance company,” she said. “The stress will kill you.”

After Sandy, she worked in one of the relief centers. She was also photographed holding a sign that read “Hope.”

“Whenever there’s heavy rains, I get so nervous I start shaking,” she said. “It’ll never leave you.”

She’s not alone. The New Jersey Organizing Project was formed by a group of people who survived Sandy. They recently accumulated surveys from 492 households about what problems they are still facing. A large amount of them were in Ocean and Monmouth counties. More than 70 percent of them reported additional medical or psychological issues, or a worsening of pre-existing conditions since the storm.

“Many individuals described anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorders, often in combination with respiratory, cardiovascular, or other conditions,” according to their report, The Long Road Home. It can be found online at NewJerseyOP.com.

“Many people also described an increased dependence on alcohol, tobacco products, or drugs. Of families with children, nearly 40 percent reported that their children’s school performance suffered because of the difficulties their family has faced since the storm.”

The full report outlines a score of issues that were left unresolved: people still dealing with contractors or the government, and 57 percent of them saying they think that this could happen again because towns are not prepared.

The report suggests solutions such as: The process for clawbacks should be changed to allow people to appeal, have payment plans, or have it forgiven based on their ability to pay.

Contractors should be more thoroughly screened.

The National Flood Insurance Program, and the flood maps, should be changed.

A unified approach to climate change and sea level rise should be led by Trenton.

The Brick Times, October 28, 2017, Page 5 Provide longer-term mental and physical health assistance and programming, since the effects of the storm last for years.

Finding Help Now There was a great outpouring of mental health help immediately after Sandy, said Dr. Adrienne Sessler-Belli, director of the disaster and terrorism branch of the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services in the Department of Health.

There were hundreds of counselors throughout the state deployed at shelters and other places to talk to people, she said. Some counselors were people who also were impacted, trained to help their neighbors and who knew what they were going through.

The counselors were a part of a program called New Jersey Hope and Healing. They went to different places in the community where impacted people were likely to be. It ended in February of 2014, giving way to other groups like New Jersey Mental Health Cares. They met people directly, and manned a hotline, having logged more than half a million residents served.

“We are aware that, after a disaster, there are different phases,” she said. “With the scope of Sandy, it becomes a more complicated recovery process.”

In the long term, some programs close, and the funding does dry up, she said.

Anniversaries are a difficult time for people, she said. The hurricane coverage in the news brings up a lot of memories and emotions.

There are some people who are overwhelmed with anxiety and other symptoms immediately after a catastrophe, but are eventually able to go back to a sense of normalcy without any great impact on their lives, she said. There are some who are not able to, and who still need to reach out for help.

“Everyone responds differently. Never judge one person’s reaction,” she said.

New Jersey has a team responding to the Virgin Islands, and they are reporting back a very similar situation of what was seen after Sandy, she said.

If you need help dealing with Sandy, reach out to New Jersey Mental Health Cares at 1-866202-HELP. Hurricane Warnings McAvoy said that the coverage of hurricanes Harvey and Irma caused her anxiety, as news reports continually poured in about how devastating they were going to be. And then afterward, the images of the destruction hit a little close to home.

Indeed, even news reports like the one you’re reading right now might trigger some anxiety about people who lived through the disaster.

Jared Klein, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, said his group performed “post-event review” to see how they communicated about Sandy. It led to a policy change a year later in order to more accurately describe storms of that level so that it would not be confusing.

“It’s very important for a forecaster to put it into perspective,” he said. If there is something that happened in recent memory, like Sandy, then the forecaster should compare it to that so people know what kind of storm they are dealing with.

This helps the public and media understand what kind of storm is coming.

One effect that came from Sandy is that people take storm warnings more seriously. There is less “oh, this can’t happen here.”

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Justice Complex Facing $2M Bill

–Photos by Chris Lundy The justice complex was the site of remediation and renovation work.

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – A $2 million renovation to the justice complex is coming at the same time as a sewage break that closed several courtrooms and displaced employees.

The incident stem med f rom a sewer brea k one night in September, administrator Carl Block said.

T he wor st d a mage was on the first floor, when a pipe separated from a joint, leaking sewage into a cou r t room, which spread to other courtrooms. There was also one room on the s e c ond f lo or affected, and several on the third.

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that the cause of the break was an inmate in the fourth floor jail flushing items down the toilet.

Five out of the seven courtrooms wound up being closed for cleanup, he said. They were all back to being used on Oct. 10.

The third floor had a renovation being plan ned. The Sheriff ’s Depar tment, which is on that floor, has relocated during this and will return after the planned renovation is complete, he said.

Sheriff Michael Mastronardy said there had been problems over a number of years with pipes on that facility, and that his staff had complained about it. The department is going to work in different offices until everything is cleaned up and the renovation is complete.

There is a new jail addition that had been built recently, Block said. The new area has newer toilets and pipes so that something like this wouldn’t happen. The older parts of the jail, where the items were f lushed, will now be fitted with new toilets. New flooring and security measures will also be installed.

After the contractor finishes work, they run tests to make sure the area is clean, he said. The county will be having other tests done independently of this to confirm it.

An ordinance appropriating $2 million was introduced at the Oct. 4 Freeholders meeting. This will take care of all of the planned work.

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Opinions & Commentary E ditorial Hurricanes Last For Years It’s been five years since Superstorm Sandy. It blew through here in a matter of days, but years later, its impact is still being felt.

For most of us, it’s a distant memory. But for many others, the memories are haunting.

While most of us can go through our daily lives without even thinking about Sandy for days, maybe weeks, there are others who are dealing with it every waking moment because they are still not back in their homes. Government bureaucracy and insurance entanglements are the biggest problems. Contractor fraud, of course, is another problem.

Officials of towns that were hit hardest by Sandy will still tell you how

Election Referendum Questions Regarding Bert Topping’s October 14 letter on the election referendum questions, he was spot on for question one about the library bond issue, but I feel he and others should reconsider what seems to be a no brainer on question two. Consider that since most environment cleanup sites have already been cleaned then what would happen to the additional funds from future recovery

many millions of dollars in ratables have not yet been rebuilt. That figure affects everyone: Towns still have to collect taxes; they’ll just be collecting money from the people who still have houses to tax.

Keep Sandy in mind when you hear about disasters near or far. Harvey hit Texas in August. Irma hit Florida as well as islands like Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Then, there were the fires in California.

We’re nearing disaster fatigue, but it’s important to keep up support for those who lost everything in these tragedies.

If we’re still dealing with a disaster half a decade later, so will they.

Chris Lundy News Editor funds be used for? Well a slush fund for left wing environmental groups to star t. Then they would surely use funds to drum up even more charges for even more recovery funds against unsuspecting victims who just happen to own property that a previous ow ner may have polluted. Additionally, insider environmental cleanup hack companies could charge these same hapless victims outrageous clean up charges with little or no recourse. It has happened before.

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Letters To The Editor politicians or bureaucrats w it h a ny more power s and they could surely due with much less. No more borrowing, vote no on both questions.

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Blue Lights For Fallen Officers One police off icer is killed every 61 hours in the United States. They patrol our streets 24/7, 365 days of the year. By putting a blue light in the window during the holiday season, as we gather with family and friends, it will show we remember the ones killed in the line of duty and show support for the ones that keep us safe.

It is a noble profession.

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Our Vote Is Our Voice There is so much talk about the dissatisfaction of ou r leaders and ou r moral code. Are things really so different or is more information available through advances in technology? All news has become breaking news.

Social media has become a community to vent frustrations. Does any of the noise being projected matter? One sure way of being heard is on Election Day. Breaking news: our next election day is November 7.

T he Las Vegas mass shooting, as horrific as it is, dominated the media reports for a week. The coverage remains static with no direction in addressing the problem and finding meaningful solutions. The louder those opposing the gun control laws as they exist, the more stubborn supporters push back in defending a constitutional right. In essence a smoke screen covers the current issues of the day.

How many of us are aware that Congress passed legislation that would crim-

Letters To TheandEditor inalize abortions after 20 maturing will tran- should be replaced with weeks of pregnancy? This is more than a Pro Choice vs Pro Life issue. Do we value our free speech? Are we able to speak our truth, hear opposing positions from those who are different from us, experience peaceful protests and live side by side as citizens? It no longer is merely a right vs left issue. There is also a division in the mist of these groups. So the question is “Do we wish to live in an OPEN or CLOSED society? Are our western values disappearing? Are we taking our bedrock beliefs for granted? What do we need to do, how do we need to view the future?

With all the gains our country has made in the name of freedom, there is a movement to undo it! What part of Freedom for all is being lost? Our minds keep working to do and then undo. When are we going to get it done? What does it look like? What we do know is that freedom is not free. It is imperative that the new doing and undoing take a fresh approach with a design where America comes together in liberty and justice for all.

Young people, we need your voice to be heard.

Our democracy prevails as the process unfolds and redefines itself. We need to overcome low voter turnout in off-year elections by turning our frustrations and disappointments to serve as a motivating force to get out the vote.

So, who votes and why do they vote? Baby Boomers have a romantic notion of their activism. Sur prisingly young voter patterns are right on par with the young baby boomers in their time, as repor ted

by CIRCLE (Center for Information and Research on Civic Lear ning and Engagement at Tufts University). It also shows that both generations are about 31% of the overall electorate. Millennial had a low turnout of any group at 46%, however, they are

sition to more consistent voters.

Connie Flanagan, developmental psychologist, Un ive r sit y of Wisconsin-Madison, says voting is habit forming.” Once you’ve made your f irst vote, it becomes a part of your routine. Everyone you know votes, it feels like a moral and civic obligation.” She states, “We are influenced by how we feel rather than what we are told to do.”

The elections are approaching and many issues will have a direct impact on u s de pend i ng upon who wins the election.

Our state and local legislators represent us and make decisions that affect our lives, especially when many want to break away from big government. With that said, spread the word, remind each other to show up, vote your conscience, vote for the future.

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The Election Agenda Major Media Will Not Talk About Crucial to the well-being of people in the November 2017 election are four points of understanding that the candidates and the major media will not talk about.

The first understanding gives the solution to virtually eliminating violence in the human condition: The Golden Rule/The Law Of Equal Return (Treat every human being as you would want to be treated/because what good and harm you measure to any human being will be measured back to you by the Creator over all your lifetimes within the human condition).

The second understanding eliminates taxation by making it clear that it is a form of legal (government approved) thiever y that

co-operativism (voluntary co-operation) based on The Law Of Equal Return (payment for services rendered and accepted). Human beings are the creation and property of the Creator, and not of the political state.

When the political state takes money out of your pocket against your will, thievery occurs. Co-operativism allows the citizen to give labor, goods, or money in exchange for a government service voluntarily agreed upon. In co-operation with each other, the citizens themselves carry out the task of government service, without paying others through the use of tax dollars to do the work for them.

The third understanding eliminates capitalism in the private sector by once again employing co-operativism based on The Law Of Equal Return. And it is health care for every human being where this understanding is most needed. And two doctors in Kansas are leading the charge by leaving out insurance companies and the government in giving primary to their patients, charging adults only 50 dollars per month and children only 10 dollars per month without deductibles.

Whether it is health care or getting a pair of shoes, the answer is co-operativism based on The Law Of Equal Return.

The fourth point of understanding is that clarification of land use rights and zoning, and not taxation and bonding, must be used to save open space and farmland along with securing people’s right to land. Five acres for open space and farmland and one acre for the homestead or business and industry comprises the 6-acre tract that all people are entitled to live on for their health and well-being.

In the upcoming election, keep these four points of understanding in mind.

Ray Kalainikas Manalapan

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Pharma: Continued From Page 1 pills,” Ducey said. “That’s the way they got the OxyContin out to the various doctors and patients, and everyone was requesting it, and doctors were asking for more. People were addicted to it, and the advice from the pharmaceutical companies was basically just increase the dosage to your patients and that will help the problem,” Ducey said.

When prescriptions ran out and people could no longer get the OxyContin legally, some would pay $30 to $40 for one pill on the street, so many turned to heroin, which only cost $3 to $4 for an even stronger high.

Motley Rice, LLC would receive no payment from Brick of any kind, but would get 25 percent of any settlement monies while the township would receive 75 percent, Ducey said.

“We want to hold the manufacturers of these opioids accountable for telling doctors and patients that opioids are not addictive. They know it’s not true,” he said.

There were 92 drug overdoses in Brick this year, which is a decrease f rom last year, Ducey said. The overdoses include Narcan revives, people brought to the hospital, and some deaths.

Councilwoman Marianna Pontoriero noted that Motley R ice, LLC has a vested interest in winning the lawsuit, “otherwise they get nothing,” she said.

Township Attor ney Kevin Starkey called Motley Rice “a very aggressive and very creative law firm. They have had great success. They took the lead in suing tobacco companies back in the 90s and they also have an ongoing lawsuit representing 9/11 victims against some foreign governments. They are very knowledgeable,” he said.

The firm asked Brick Township to put together a damages report, or what the opioid crisis has cost the town in hard numbers.

Ducey said the damages include the cost of police detectives and regular police off icers, investigation costs, Narcan revivals, the act ual Narcan costs, the police and EMS training, hospital transport for overdose victims, and education for DARE officers.

“It’s everything you can think of as far as what’s related to the heroin and opioid problem here in Brick Township,” the mayor said. “These are the damages we are seeking for partially being responsible for the problem.”

It is very important that the township be the plaintiff so it has control over the lawsuit, Ducey added.

The township gets to choose the law firm it wants, and if Brick is not listed as the plaintiff, the township could

The Brick Times, October 28, 2017, Page 9 be lumped into a class-action lawsuit with the bulk of the judgement going to lawyer fees, he said.

“When we get the funds, whatever those funds are, we want to keep on attacking the epidemic, and that’s where we want the money to go, that’s what it’s for,” Ducey said.

Councilwoman and BMAC Chair Andrea Zapcic said that OxyContin was the first 12-hour sustained relief pain pill on the market.

“The only problem was that it didn’t last 12 hours, and Purdue Pharma knew that,” she said.

When doctors star ted to complain about t hei r pat ient s not get t i ng 12 hou rs of relief, the sales reps were told to go back to the doctors and tell them to “double down” and increase the dosage, but insurance companies were balking at the increased cost, she said.

The federal government and Justice Department launched an investigation in 2007 against Purdue Phar ma and t h re e exe cut ive s plea de d g u i lt y t o downplaying OxyContin’s risk of addiction, and during the trial, an expert from Brown University said that by doctors increasing the dosage, the drug became a “virtual addiction-producing machine,” Zapcic said.

“This was a game changer,” she said.

“This was the first time and only time in my life a drug manufacturer f lat-out lied to folks, and what we are living with now is the direct result. It’s affecting people from all walks of life.”

Dr ug overdose is now the leading cause of accidental death in the U.S. Four out of five people who become addicted to heroin start out with a legal prescription from a physician, as the result of an injury, a medical procedure or postoperative care, she said.

“This is largely because of the deceptive and predatory marketing tactics of the d r ug companies li ke P u rdue Pharma, who lied to both patients and prescribers, putting profits before public safety,” Zapcic said.

It is estimated that individual states spend upwards of 16 percent of their annual budgets on addiction, while at the local level, the costs outweigh the spending for transportation and other public welfare programs, she said.

“So I definitely think anything we are able to recover in this lawsuit is worth the effort,” Zapcic said.

Motley Rice is also representing Santa Clara County, CA; the City of Chicago; the States of Alaska, New Hampshire, South Carolina, and Kentucky; Albany County, NY; Arundel County, Maryland; Newark, NJ; and Toms River, NJ in similar litigation related to alleged deceptive marketing of highly addictive opioid prescription painkillers.

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There has been a “slight increase” in thefts from

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Defrauds: Continued From Page 1 will have to pay the township $941,354.77 in restitution.

She admitted in court that between January of 2011 and April of 2017, she helped an out-of-state health care provider file faulty claims under her name and for people on her policy.

The fraudulent charges were made out to her brother, Dr. Glenn Scarpelli, a chiropractor. He and his wife committed suicide earlier this year.

“We uncovered the theft, notified the attorney general and fired Kim Bogan,” Mayor John Ducey said. “The next step is getting back the stolen money. We will take every legal action available to recoup these funds.”

While the information from the attorney general’s office state that Bogan admitted to defrauding the town from 2011 to 2017, a press release from the township said that she had been submitting claims for “phantom chiropractic services since at least 2007.”

Ducey took office in 2014.

The fraud was uncovered, Ducey said, when Brick Township Administrator Joanne Bergin noted the discrepancy during a review of health care claims. Bogan had been employed by the township for over 30 years and served in various positions.

“In the course of a review of health care claims, we noticed an unusual amount of claims by one employee for chiropractic services administered in New York City.

We immediately contacted Horizon, our

The Brick Times, October 28, 2017, Page 11 health care provider and claims administrator, which referred the matter to the Attorney General for investigation and prosecution,” he said.

“The defendant allowed the practitioner to submit claims in her name for services never rendered, and endorsed the insurance checks when they were mailed to her, knowing the money was stolen,” said Attorney General Porrino. “What’s even more disturbing is that she went along with the scheme knowing that the taxpayers of Brick Township – her friends and neighbors – would be responsible for picking up the tab for the bogus claims.”

Her father, Joseph Scarpelli, was a prominent political force in Brick, and was mayor for several terms. His career ended when he was charged with extortion about a decade ago.

According to the press release, Bogan was represented by Steven Secare of Secare and Hensell. The state was represented

by Deputy Attorney General Thomas G. Tresansky, Jr. Detectives Cortney Lawrence and Jared England coordinated the investigation.

Porrino thanked Brick’s administrator Bergin, as well as Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield Special Investigations Unit Senior Investigator Catherine Nielsen, Supervisor James Howell, and Manager Megan McCarthy for their assistance.

Anyone who wishes to report possible fraud cases are urged to do so anonymously at 877-55-FRAUD or visiting the web site at NJInsuranceFraud.org. Rewards can be given to eligible people who provide information that results in an arrest.

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Freeholder Race About Taxes, Drug Epidemic

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By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – There are three candidates seeking a single, three-year term. In alphabetical order, the candidates are Barry Bendar (Green Party), Helen Dela Cruz (Democrat), and incumbent Joseph Vicari (Republican).

Bendar, an Information Technology Professional for 38 years, is currently a database administrator for a large health care company in New Jersey.

As a third party candidate, he said that residents need a better option than the current two parties, who he said work “hand in glove” with each other. This two-party system has led to some of the best things in Ocean County being ruined. Being separate from them means that he does not owe anyone any favors, and will only serve the people.

“I will look out for the well-being of all Citizens of Ocean County, not just the political bosses and those politically connected (dump the “friends and family” plan),” he said. This kind of corruption has cost taxpayers.

As an environmentalist, he said he will enforce new regulations that will address development projects consistently throughout all towns in Ocean County, with the goal being the preservation of the Barnegat Bay. Additionally, he said he would remove the county’s representative to the Pinelands Commission for “violating his oath to protect the Pine Barrens.”

Those who opposed a gas pipeline that is coming to a station in Manchester have called for the removal of the county’s representative to the Pinelands Commission, since he was one of the votes that would allow the pipeline.

The county, and even the state, needs to work toward green manufacturing, “which will help save what’s left of our environment while creating sustainable jobs.”

Other promises include making sure no Ocean County resident goes homeless and building a relationship with neighboring counties.

“Having been active in Ocean County politics since 2003, I have seen firsthand that the relationship between the two major parties in New Jersey is not healthy for the average resident,” he said. “Political corruption is a pet peeve of mine and when elected, I will work tirelessly to bring the rampant amount ongoing in Ocean County to light.”

Dela Cruz served as a committeewoman in Lacey for three separate, three-year terms.

These were: 1995-1997, 2004-2006, and 2011-2013. “As a Lacey Committeewoman, I was liaison to the Economic Development Council and Board of Health (Public Health Services), Seniors Advisory Group, and the Municipal Alliance.”

She is an active member of Lacey United Methodist Church, also serving as a former trustee, and member of the nominations committee.

“The two biggest issues facing Ocean County are taxes and drug addiction,” she said. “I plan on stabilizing taxes by examining current spending and prioritizing future expenditures. I will propose a 2% spending cut in each department.”

Dela Cruz was a franchisee for 7-Eleven from 1987 to 2002. She is a nurse at Mount Sinai Beth Israel in New York City, with a specialty in ad-

dictions nursing.

“I will help take out the stigma from drug addiction through better education of the public and will also seek to expand drug treatment programs and make them more accessible for those in need,” she said.

Public access to the Freeholders are another issue for her. Freeholder meetings are held in downtown Toms River at 4 p.m., when many people are at work. She would move them to 7 p.m. so more members of the public can attend.

“I also will propose having eight Freeholder meetings a year in different locations around the county, in order that residents that live farther away from Toms River can more easily attend,” she said.

“I will be the fresh voice on the Freeholder Board. For more than 25 years, there has been only one group represented on the Board. I will represent the residents of Ocean County, with compassion and integrity. I will speak up and stand up for them, and will block any effort that calls for outrageous spending and irresponsible borrowing. I will report to the people what goes on in the backroom,” she said.

Vicari has been a freeholder since 1982. He has also served on the Dover Township Committee (currently called the Toms River Township Council) from 1979 to 1994, serving as mayor for five one-year terms. He has also been the Dover Township Police Commissioner, superintendent of Berkeley Township School District, and a teacher and principal in Brick.

He received the March of Dimes Franklin award for chairing the annual Walk America for 16 years, and has been named “Man of the Year” by the Columbia Civic League, the Italian-American Cultural Society of Ocean County, and UNICO. The main issues in Ocean County are taxes, substance abuse, and the economy.

He said he plans on continuing to hold the line on the tax rate, and ensuring the county’s AAA bond rating, which provides the best credit rate in borrowing.

“There are never any surprises in the county budget. We have kept our tax rate stable because we can carefully plan not just for today, but for the future,” he said.

Part of the drug issue comes from rehabilitation, but part of it is from enhancing counseling within the community and schools. Education is also the key to growing the economy, he said.

“As liaison to the OC Vocational-Technical Schools, I am implementing a new specialized training program for students about to enter or re-enter the work force,” he said. It will “work with local businesses to provide the kinds of training that employers are looking for in new hires.”

He also said he is working with professionals in the county to welcome and develop new businesses in Ocean County, “therefore increasing ratables, job opportunities, and to strengthen our local economy.”

There are some problems, like the Route 9 corridor, that are state issues. He said he will continue to lobby Trenton to widen Route 9.

“I have worked hard to provide our residents with the outstanding services they deserve while keeping the cost of government in check,” he said.

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–Photo courtesy American Heart Association Cutting the ribbon are Brett Sealove, cardiologist and partner at Monmouth Cardiology Associates and chair of the 2017 Shoreline Heart Walk, Toni DiRienzo of Lakewood, Howard Schoor of Asbury Park and Catherine Zalewski of Marlboro.

The Shoreline Health Walk was sponsored localBy Sara Grillo ASBURY PARK – On Sunday, October ly by Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey 1, nearly 1,200 people from Monmouth and Natural Gas, RWJBarnabas Health, Marquis Ocean County showed up to the Asbury Park Rehab, Howard Schoor Art, as well as media Boardwalk for the American Heart Association’s sponsors WBJB 90.5, 105.7, The Hawk, Beach Shoreline Heart Walk, which raised over $175,000 Radio, 92.7 WOBM and 94.3 The Point.

“The Shoreline Heart Walk was a huge success for heart and stroke research and education.

Participants walked the revitalized boardwalk for supporting heart and stroke research,” stated for either 1 or 3 miles and took part in activities Brett Sealove, MD, FACC, RPVI, cardiologist focused in cardiovascular wellness, such as health and partner at Monmouth Cardiology Associates screenings and demonstrations in CPR, exercise and chair of the 2017 Shoreline Heart Walk. “We hope that all walk participants learned more about and nutrition.

Leading the walk were local survivor ambas- heart and stroke risks and will take steps to live sadors, including Toni DiRienzo of Lakewood, Healthy For Good in our communities.”

The American Heart Association recently Howard Schoor of Asbury Park – both heart disease survivors – and Catherine Zalewski of launched a Healthy For Good movement aimed at Marlboro, a two-time stroke survivor. They each providing evidence-based healthy living recomshared their personal and touching stories with mendations for families. The initiative circulates walk participants during the opening ceremony. around four key areas – Eat Smart, Add Color, “I was honored to support the Shoreline Heart Move More and Be Well.

To donate to the Shoreline Heart Walk, visit Walk this year with my family and friends,” said Zalewski. “It was heartwarming to see the Jersey ShorelineHeartWalk.org. To learn more about Shore community come together to support this Healthy For Good, visit heart.org/healthyforgood. life-saving cause.”

Halloween Fun In Lakewood

By Sara Grillo LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Township Committee invites the local community out for some Halloween-themed fun on Tuesday, October 31 at Lakewood Town Square, located at Clifton Avenue and Third Street, from 4 to 7 p.m.

Members of the Lakewood High School PALS program – Pupil Assisted Learning Services – will be on hand to help with face and pumpkin painting at 4 p.m., while the Lakewood High School pep band and elementary school choruses will provide entertainment and sing Halloween songs and other music.

A costume parade for children age 11 years

and under begins at 5 p.m., and families will be able to take photos as their costumed kids walk across the stage. All children will receive a Trick-or-Treat bag with candy donated by members of the Lakewood Police, Fire and EMS. According to Jeff Shapiro, Supervisor of Recreation for Lakewood Township, “The Lakewood Halloween event is a safe place for children so they do not have to go doorto-door or walk dark streets.”

In the event of rain, the festivities will be moved to the Lakewood Community Center, located at 20 Fourth Street.

For more information, call Lakewood Recreation at 732-905-3405.

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Laurelton Art Society Meeting

BRICK – The Laurelton Art Society will hold its next meeting on November 10 at Brick Township Municipal Building Police Meeting Room, 401 Chambers Bridge Road, at 7 p.m.

Anthony Migliaccio is an expert in recreating local scenes, and will demonstrate the techniques he uses in his plein-air painting of the Jersey Shore. An established printmaker and painter, Tony has been exhibiting his work since the 1970’s. He has taught at Monmouth University, his paintings and prints are in col-

lections internationally, and he has received several awards for his painting. He is in Who’s Who in American Art, signature member of Noyes Museum and Plein Air Painters of the Jersey Coast. Since retiring he paints full time and is an Associate member of Oil painters of America and an Exhibiting Artist member of the Audubon Artists, Inc. NY. Admission is free and forms will be available to those who wish to join. Yearly dues are $25.

For more information call Joanne 732 477 1805.

Brick’s Historic Preservation Commission

BRICK – The Historic Preservation Commission was created in 1998 to preserve the heritage of Brick Township. The Commission encourages the preservation of the cultural, social, economic and architectural history of Brick Township. It encourages the reinvestment in existing historic sites in a manner that preserves, restores and reuses these sites and discourages unnecessary demolition. It carries out advisory, educational and informational functions that will provide historic preservation in Brick Township.

The Commission makes recommendations to the Planning Board on the historic preservation component of the master plan. It also advises the Planning Board on the inclusion of historic sites in the recommended capital

improvement program and maintains an Historic Sites Survey.

The Historic Preservation Commission’s office is located in the Hulse House, 471 Herbertsville Road. The house, which dates back to the 1890s and was moved to its current location in the 1930s, was purchased in 2002 by the Township and restored in 2010 through the town’s CDBG program. The Commission was able to obtain grant money for the construction of an ADA-compliant bathroom so the house can be opened to the public, construction should be completed in the fall of 2014.

For more information about the Historic Preservation Commission, call board secretary Jennifer Rother at 732-262-1056 or by email at jrother@twp.brick.nj.us

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Committee Focuses On Substance Abuse Prevention

BRICK – The Brick Municipal Alliance Committee (BMAC) is a municipally supported, grant-funded organization whose mission is to provide substance abuse prevention programs and services for the community. It is a grassroots effort led by a group of volunteers representing organizations and key stakeholders empowered to initiate community-level change.

With funding provided by the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, along with sponsorships and donations, BMAC’s efforts will be focused on reducing prescription medication misuse,

particularly opiates, which is fueling the heroin crisis in our area. Chief Bergquist of the Brick Township Police Department summarized it best at the first BMAC meeting when he said “The police department is really good at arresting these people. What we’re not so good at is turning off the flow of new users coming in, and I think that should be our focus.”

BMAC meetings are held monthly on Mondays at 7 p.m. in Town Hall. All are welcome.

For more information, visit bricktownship. net/bmac.

Free Clinical Health Screenings Available

OCEAN COUNTY – Community Medical Center’s Community Health Services, a RWJ Barnabas Health facility, through a grant provided by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services, coordinates the NJ Cancer Education and Early Detection program in Ocean County. Currently, free clinical health screenings are available to uninsured women in Ocean County.

The program provides free clinical breast examinations, mammograms, cervical ex-

ams and pap smears to uninsured women between the ages of 40 and 64. To qualify for the program, participants must meet specific income requirements.

Clinics will be held at Family Planning Center locations in Lakewood at 290 River Avenue and Manahawkin at 1173 Beacon Ave. Call for details.

Appointments are required. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 732-557-3202.

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Brick Historical Society Takes Part In Annual Archives Day

–Photo courtesy Brick Township Historical Society Ann Julian, Jeff and Jane Fabach, and Tom Erickson represented Brick during the 22nd Annual Archives Day on October 14.

BRICK – The Brick Township Historical The goal is for local organizations, such as Society was one of 61 groups participating the Brick Historical Society, to showcase in the 22nd Annual Archives Day for the their work and educate the public about State of New Jersey at the Monmouth Coun- their preserved history. ty Library in Manalapan on October 14.

Besides the day’s regular program and Archives and History Day celebrates local various workshops and presentations, the history via movie screenings, seminars, participants networked and displayed items local and state history organizations, a related to their society. Ann Julian, Jeff and history forum, awards presentations and Jane Fabach, and Tom Erickson represented a tour of the Monmouth County Archives. Brick.

Buy In Brick

BRICK – Brick residents can earn property tax rewards by shopping in town through Buy In Brick.

The property tax rewards program gives customers the opportunity to earn credit

towards their property tax bill by shopping and dining locally.

To receive a card, residents should send their name and mailing address to dsirota@ twp.brick.nj.us.

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Preferred Home Health’s Joel Markel To Be Honored For Philanthropy

By Sara Grillo LAKEWOOD – Joel Markel, President of Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services (PHHC) and host of the radio show Preferred Company is being honored by the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce as one of its 2017 Citizens of the Year.

The ceremony and reception to honor Markel and other Citizens of the Year will take place at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Blvd. on Thursday, November 9 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

PHHC, based in Eatontown, provides a wide range of medical and non-medical home health care services from pediatric to geriatric care in eight areas in New Jersey and three in Pennsylvania.

Markel, along with his wife Stephanie, who is a retired dentist, dedicate much of their time toward philanthropy, including support for the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, where Joel is chairman emeritus and served as president for three years.

The Markels also created the Ryan Markel Memorial Fund in honor of their son, who sought medical care at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) over 20 years ago and ultimately passed away of liver cancer and related complications. The fund provides support that gives children at a West Philadelphia homeless shelter medical checkups, and has since evolved into the Homeless Health Initiative, or HHI. Hundreds of volunteers – doctors, nurses, dentists, social works and specialists – now offer free health services to children and their families in three emergency housing shelters through HHI. Markel’s passion for helping children does not end there. He has also served on the board of New Jersey-based Circle Life Foundation, which has a mission to provide palliative care for seriously ill and dying children, as well as offers support for their families.

His radio show Preferred Company airs on five radio stations throughout the state, addressing topics such as the senior community, caregivers, charitable and nonprofit causes, and various health and wellness topics alongside co-host Marianne Levy.

Townsquare Media renamed its fourth floor WOBM-AM studio in the Bob Levy Broadcast Center to “The Preferred Home Health Care Studio.”

Markel has also successfully brought to life his own historical roots within the

Holocaust. As the son of a Hungarian Auschwitz survivor, he wanted to honor the experience his mother and millions of other victims of Jewish genocide endured.

During a tour of the Roman Ghetto in 2004, he heard the story of Kappler’s Gold Extortion and decided to bring it to an American audience.

He created Oro Macht Frei, or Gold Will Set You Free, a 70-minute documentary that tells the story of the Roman Jewish experience during the Nazi occupation of Rome from September 1943 to June 1944. The film won Best International Documentary out of 15 submissions at the 13th Annual Garden State Film Festival in Atlantic City.

In addition to speaking Hebrew frequently, he also speaks Spanish. Markel grew up in Bensonhurst, New York and graduated from CUNY Brooklyn with a B.S. in Accounting. He and his wife Stephanie are 30-year residents of Monmouth County and have two sons – James is an attorney in New York and Lane is a recent college graduate.

Tickets for the Citizens of the Year event cost $110 and include a premium open bar, buffet dinner and dessert. Kosher food will be available upon request.

Sponsorships and advertising opportunities are available and range from $200 to $1,500.

For questions, or to purchase tickets or sponsorships, contact Denise Esposito, Executive Assistant of the Lakewood Chamber at 732363-0012 or staff@mylakewoodchamber.com.

Jordan’s Roses

BRICK – The Church of Epiphany is calling all women for an enlightening experience on Saturday, November 4 beginning with mass at 9 a.m., 615 Thiele Road, off Herbertsville Road, in the all-purpose room. Jordan’s Roses of Epiphany will meet to share: Spiritual, insight renewal and support

Personal reflections Nourishment for mind, body and soul Refreshments will be served and childcare will be provided upon request with a minimum of three days’ notice.

Contact Helen Bailey or Janice Santanello at jordansroses@churchofepiphany.org.

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Committee Focuses On Substance Abuse Prevention

BRICK – The Brick Municipal Alliance Committee (BMAC) is a municipally supported, grant-funded organization whose mission is to provide substance abuse prevention programs and services for the community. It is a grassroots effort led by a group of volunteers representing organizations and key stakeholders empowered to initiate community-level change.

With funding provided by the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, along with sponsorships and donations, BMAC’s efforts will be focused on reducing prescription medication

misuse, particularly opiates, which is fueling the heroin crisis in our area.

Chief Bergquist of the Brick Township Police Department summarized it best at the first BMAC meeting when he said “The police department is really good at arresting these people. What we’re not so good at is turning off the f low of new users coming in, and I think that should be our focus.”

BMAC meetings are held monthly on Mondays at 7 p.m. in Town Hall. All are welcome.

For more information, visit bricktownship.net/bmac.

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4 Powerful Medicinal Herbs For Breast Cancer

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. There’s no time like the present to begin the changes necessary for better breast health. The take-home message today is that you can change the way you break down estrogen in your own body. You have direct control over it and that’s important because estrogen break down is different for everyone.

Let’s start with the basics. When you say the word “estrogen” that’s actually three compounds: Estradiol, Estrone and Estriol. Of the three, estradiol is most strongly associated with causing cancer than the other two.

Men and women both make estrogen.

It’s the breakdown product from testosterone actually. If you have low testosterone, you’ll have low estrogen too.

Your body breaks down estrogen into metabolites and some of those are more likely to cause cancer than others. Like I said, you can change the way that your body breaks down the circulating estrogen. So right now, I’m going to give valuable information about how to manufacture your own healthy estrogen metabolites and make it such that you break it down into forms that are less likely to cause cancer. If you are currently undergoing chemotherapy, please ask your doctor if these are right for you: Rosemary – I recommend this either as fresh herb from your grocery store. Cook with it, and make tea with it. Rosemary is a powerful antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory effects similar to a COX 2 inhibitor drug. Rosemary has anti-microbial and direct benefit for breast and prostate health. It has anti-tumor benefits.

It works by helping you break down estrogen into the safer anti-cancer metabolites.

Broccoli – It’s impossible to eat 4 pounds of broccoli every day so take the supplement called I3C or DIM. It helps to balance estrogen levels in the body, and appears to have anti-cancer effects particularly for the breast and prostate. Too much crash your thyroid levels due to the goitrogenic effect.

Flax Seed – This is kind of like plantbased estrogen (termed phytoestrogens) which kicks off dangerous estrogens from your cells. Men with prostate problems could benefit. Women with “Estrogen Dominance” hallmarked by heavy periods, breast pain, cramping and anxiety might benefit from flax seed. I recommend buying fresh flax seed and grinding it in a coffee grinder and sprinkling it on yogurt or oatmeal.

Sage – Salvia officinalis is the botanical name. Just like rosemary, sage contains a lot of “carnosic acid.” This compound was shown in numerous clinical trial to exert apoptosis which means cancer cells die off. Carnosic acid when combined with the breast cancer drug, Tamoxifen, works more effectively together to slow down cancer growth. You can buy fresh sage herb and cook with it, or herbal extracts at any health food store.

There are many other alternatives that I haven’t elaborated on such as vitamin D, curcumin and iodine, so if you’re interested in those, come to my website and sign up for my newsletter. Please ask your physician or oncologist if these are right for you. Cooking with the fresh herbs should be just fine.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2017 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

Caregiver Support Group

BRICK – The Caregiver Support Group at St. Dominic’s Church provides a source of added support for those that are caring for another.

Caregivers know the difficulty and stress involved in caring for a loved one.

Whether caring for a loved one at home or in a nursing facility, joining others on the same journey may be beneficial to well-being.

Experienced and committed facilitators will be assisting the group in learning ways to care for themselves. Meetings are held the last Thursday of each month at 1 p.m.

Contact Maureen Arce at 732-840-1410, ext. 16.

St. Dominic’s Church is located at 250 Old Squan Road.

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Entrants are only allowed one coloring sheet entry per person.

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MEDICARE SUPPLEMENTS Turning 65, Nana?

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Dear Joel, My husband is a hypochondriac. If he catches a cold, he thinks it’s pneumonia; if he pulls a muscle working outside, he is convinced he has arthritis. Even when he’s just plain tired, he is sure it’s a symptom of something really wrong. I had to block most of the health channels on the TV. Last year when I sprained my ankle, he even started limping! Now with cold and flu season upon us, I am preparing for the worst. How would you go about convincing him he’s got a lot of living to do?

Betsy, Lakehurst Dear Betsy, I don’t mean to chuckle about your problem, but it reminds me of that funny old Rock Hudson and Doris Day film, “Send Me No Flowers.” Maybe you could rent a copy and watch that together. Sometimes seeing yourself through others is a

real eye opener. You said it best when you said, “he’s got a lot of living to do.” As a the owner of a company that works with people facing serious health challenges, you realize how very precious every minute of good health is. That being said, he may still not want to give up his hypochondria because he has made it his defining drama. He is looking for an audience, so don’t be too available to ‘sick’ conversations. Maybe all he needs is a new obsession. Try some new activities together, and keep lots of hand sanitizer and wipes everywhere. It will calm him down and keep you healthy too.

Write to joel@preferredcares.com.

His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566. “Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

Celebrity Filled Superhero Superfest Comic-Con TOMS RIVER – Press Communications, LLC will host their first-ever Superhero Superfest event on November 4 at the Toms River High School North Arena from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Superhero Superfest is an interactive, family-friendly comic-con for the superhero/comic book /sci-f i super fan.

Press Com mu nication’s mission for this event is to help young people follow their passion of creativity, art and expression. The event will feature celebrity icons, including Star Trek Deep Space Nine star Rene Auberjonois and Fear The Walking Dead star Danay Garcia. Auberjonois and Garcia will hold autograph signings and deliver an hour presentation at the event.

The guest list will also feature NFL stars Sean Landeta, Eric Dorsey and Stephen Baker, plus reality star Gina Ma r ia f rom Big Brot her, t he 501st Legion, the Mandalorian Mercs and a special appearance by the USS Challenger (The Jersey Shore Chapter of STARFLEET, Star Trek Fan Association). The event will include over 75 exhibits, plus meet and greets with local artists and creators who will be

set up in the Jay and Linda Gr unin Foundation’s Artists and Writer’s Alley (located inside the Arena at the event).

Auto sponsor Toms River Mitsubisi and Toms River Volkswagen will also have vehicles displayed out front.

At this comic- con g uests will be able to meet celebrities, become “superhero cer tif ied” at the “superhero challenges” that will be set up around the arena, shop for comics and collectibles from over 100 vendors, try out the Game Zone Mobile Gaming Truck, and enter COSPLAY costume contests throughout the day. Some interactive games and workshops i nclude: T he Harry Potter Experience, Jedi Academy, Nerf Turf Challenge, Cosplay Fun & Contests, Prop Making & Cosplay Workshops, Superhero Sprint and the High Speed Chase. There will also be a 360 photo booth, face painting, bounce houses and photo ops.

One lucky grand prize winner will also win an all-inclusive vacation package to the Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa courtesy of Travelsmiths.

For additional details please visit superherosuperfest.com.

The Berkeley Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Injured At Work?

Know Your Rights!

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Robert C. Shea Esq. and Christopher R. Shea Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

Injured At Work? Know Your Rights!

By Christopher Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea and Associates YOU have a right to a safe and healthful workplace. Unlike most personal injury cases, a person who suffers an injury at work must assert his/her claim in accordance with the Workers Compensation Act. Under this Act, the burden is placed on the employer to provide medical care to any employee that suffers an injury arising out of the employment, or in the course of employment. However, in some instances, an employer may deny workers compensation coverage by claiming that you have not been injured, or that the injury you have suffered is not serious enough to qualify for Workers Compensation benefits. If a claim is disputed, you may stand to lose critical benefits, such as medical care coverage, financial assistance, and job retraining. Therefore, it is important for every employee to have a basic understanding as to their rights under the Workers Compensation Act. When the Workers Compensation Act was passed, it established that an employer must provide medical care to any employee who suffers an injury arising out of either: (1) a Traumatic Injury or (2) an Occupational Exposure or Disease.

The first category of injury, known as Traumatic Injury, occurs whenever an employee suffers an injury that is caused by, or accelerated by, a work place “event”. In most instances, any injury that affects your ability to work will be deemed compensable. Commonly Traumatic Injuries range from: back injuries, infections, hernias, burns, stroke, fractures, broken bones, traumatic hearing loss, and traumatically induced cancers. If such an injury has occurred,

you must file a claim petition for Workers Compensation bene- Christopher R. Shea Esq. fits within two years of the date of the accident, two years of the employer’s failure to pay you in accordance with an agreement, or within two years of the last payment of compensation.

The second category of compensable injury established under the Workers Compensation Act is known as Occupational Exposures and Diseases. In general, Occupational Exposures and Diseases are restricted to diseases that are, or were, characteristic of a particular trade, occupation, or place of employment. Since this type of injury sometimes take years to manifest, the Workers Compensation Act has established different provisions for filing such claims. Under the act, a person who suffers from an Occupational Exposure or Disease must file a claim petition within two years after the date on which the injured employee first becomes aware of the nature of the disability and its relationship to the employment.

Thus, under the wording of this Act, an injured employee maintains his right to medical benefits, regardless of when the last exposure occurred, so long as he files within two years of the date he is notified of injury.

Accordingly, if you feel that you have suffered one of the aforementioned injuries it is of the utmost importance that you contact a Workers Compensation attorney to secure the benefits that you are entitled to.

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Contact Ocean County Hunger Relief For Help

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County residents who are in need of emergency food assistance can place a food request into the Board of Social Services on Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. by calling: 732-349-1500 for Northern Ocean County and 609-242-6100 for Southern Ocean County.

For emergency cases, call 732-505HELP. Ocean County Hunger Relief encourages clients in need of emergency food assistance to apply for “Food Stamps” (SNAPS) online at njhelps.org or calling 732-349-1500 and asking for the “Food

Stamps” department.

For all other assistance needs, call 2-1-1 (CONTACT).

Ocean County Hunger Relief does carry baby formula, diapers and wipes. Call in advance to check availability or try: Birthright Northern Ocean County at 732-349-0154, Birthright Southern Ocean County at 609-660-0484 or Open Door Pregnancy at 732-240-8043.

The Ocean County Hunger Relief main office is located at 21 Germania Road, Toms River.

Any further questions can be directed to ochrelief@yahoo.com.

Alzheimer’s Support Group

1st Saturday of Each Month at Noon (Call for details) In a Safe, Comfortable Setting Like the Home They’ve Always Known!

Specialized care for the memory impaired from your home to our home Safe & comfortable care • 24-Hour supervision • Private bedrooms Safe & secure grounds • Activities 7 days a week Fully licensed and governed under the NJ Department of Health & Senior Service.

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Program Helps Low Income Ocean County Residents With Home Repairs OCEAN COU NTY – A unique assistance program called “Hands For All” serves the community by making critically needed emergency repairs on homes owned by low and moderate income families who can’t afford to get the work done by themselves. Leaking roofs, plumbing issues, no heat and accessibility issues are some of the daily issues that this program addresses for those in need.

“We believe that everyone deserves a safe and secure place to live. More

and more of our neighbors, friends and family – especially seniors, disabled persons and veterans – are experiencing financial difficulties. We are here to help,” explai ns Glen McDonald , Executive Director for Homes For All, which r uns the program. “This program allows area residents to remain in their homes that would otherwise be displaced by making critically needed repairs. Ever y day we are making a difference and improving the quality of life for those in need.”

Hands For All works with Ocean County, local towns, social services, civ ic g roups, rel ig iou s g roups a nd volunteers to provide the much needed assistance. The program is always happy to receive support and help from the community through donations or volunteering.

The Hands For All program has helped hu nd reds of residents over the last 30 years and is ready to help. If you or someone you know needs a home repair, please call 732-286-7929 today

for more information and assistance.

Homes For All is a Toms River based nonprofit affordable housing developer that was founded in 1986 to respond to the growing housing and homeless crisis in our community. Over the last 30 years, Homes For All has provided more than 400 affordable homes to families and neighbors in our communit y. Visit our newest com munity, Autumn Ridge at Manchester by visiting AutumnRidgeNJ.com or call 732-849-3061.

Stretching: Remaining Flexible to Reduce Aches and Pains By: Ken McClelland, PTA, Toms River Physical Therapist Assistant

F

eel like you are walking funny? Can’t bend down as easily as you could? Do you have aches, and pains, muscles feel tight? Having difficulty getting up from chairs, out of bed, or in and out of the car? If you have answered yes to any, or all of these questions you may benefit from physical therapy to assist you to incorporate stretching into your daily or weekly routine. When your muscles tighten and reduce in length you will often find your most simple of tasks challenging due to the decreased range of motion of your joints and body which stem from your muscular restrictions.

At All Care Physical Therapy Center, highly trained physical therapists can identify, assess, and create a well-rounded home exercise program including the best stretches for your specific needs to help you regain that flexibility and help you perform you daily tasks.

People often feel a pain somewhere and think that is the only area to address or correct and the pain will go away for good. More often than not if the pain is not due to an injury or traumatic event, there is another place that is experiencing pain, causing the body to compensate and cause strain on other muscles and contribute to the pain you are experiencing. Simply addressing the area where the pain is felt can result in temporary relief but if you do not address the other muscular restrictions in the surrounding area, there is a good chance the pain will come back in time. Each person has over 600 muscles in their body and certain people can have upwards of 850. Incorporating a full body stretching program will allow for proper body mechanics and reduce the chances of straining a muscle. Trained physical therapists can assess your muscle restrictions, analyze your movement patterns, and then augment the proper stretching routine,

creating a plan of care to address patient’s areas of pain and dysfunction.

Benefits of Stretching Increase flexibility/range of motion - with stretching a muscle and increasing the length of the soft tissue it will allow for increased pain free range of motion which will result in you being able to reach, bend, walk, and move with greater ease.

Improved health - increased flexibility results in increased blood flow, decreased tension on nerves, and decreased pain levels as your muscle are not as restricting on your body which will promote overall improved health.

Reduced risk of injury - having less tension in your muscles and having increased flexibility will reduce the chances of tearing or straining your muscles, reduce your risk of falling, and decrease your chances of injury.

Keys to Stretching properly Time - Research has shown that holding a stretch for a minimum of 30 seconds is required to have plasticity (permanent gains) in soft tissue length.

Holding the stretch for 30 seconds (up to one to two minutes) is vital to gaining the increased length of the muscle necessary to reduce the muscular restrictions.

Tension - Many people believe a stretch is a contest to see how far you can stretch your muscle, this is not the case. You must have enough tension in order to lengthen the tissue and increase flexibility; however, the stretch should be comfortable and not cause pain.

Technique - Form is important to make sure you are targeting specific muscles designed for the stretch. Minor corrections in technique and form guided by a physical therapist, will make sure that significant gains are obtained.

At All Care Physical Therapy Center, we have well educated, highly trained professionals that have the

ability to assess muscular restrictions and identify the course of action to reduce muscular restrictions, reeducate the body in proper movement, and reinforce with strengthening to allow for you to regain the ability to perform your daily tasks. The physical therapists will educate and oversee the proper technique of your stretching and set you up with a home exercise program designed for you and your specific needs and goals. Stretching and remaining flexible can benefit everyone from young to old, male or female, and athlete or non-athlete.

If you are having trouble with moving around and completing all of the day-to-day activities that you would like to be doing, please stop into one of our physical therapy clinics and have one of our physical therapists analyze and create a program to promote your health and well-being. ken mcclelland, pta Ken graduated from Union County College in 2016 with an Associate’s Degree in Applied Sciences upon completion of the Physical Therapy Assistant Program.

He gained experience during his clinical affiliations in acute/inpatient hospitals, as well as, outpatient orthopedic settings. During his affiliations he worked with patients with total hip/knee replacements, MS, CVA, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions. He believes in a comprehensive analysis of the body as a whole and open communication while using a variety of manual therapy and therapeutic exercises to promote recovery.

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Help Wanted Experienced Aluminum Sunroom Installer Needed - Must have own tools. Must have driver’s license.

Call 609-661-4111.

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The assistant news editor will answer directly to the news editor and GM, will be responsible for news gathering and reporting, writing stories for print and web, proofreading and copy editing. Excellent news judgment and communication skills are imperative. Knowledge of Ocean and Monmouth County is required. In addition to working out of our Lakehurst office, the candidate must be able to attend municipal meetings and community events – some nights and after hours are required. Car and driver’s license A MUST. Local candidates preferred.The job also requires preparation of news copy and some office work.Micromedia Publications, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary, vacation time and health benefits. Please email a resume and writing samples along with three professional references to jallentoff@jerseyshoreonline.com.

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Fax resume to 732-240-9048.

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Take Control Of Your Health OCEAN COUNTY – Would you like to spend less time in your doctor’s office and more time doing what you love? A recent national applied-research study reported by the National Council on Aging confirmed that people who participated in the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program called “Take Control of Your Health” reported improvement in general health, reduced social/role activities limitation, increased self-efficacy, increased physical activity, improved communication with physicians and reduced health care utilization.

The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program was developed by Stanford University. The program is designed for adults with chronic diseases such as arthritis, diabetes, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure, lung disease or other ongoing health conditions. It is designed to help people gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms while they gain confidence and skills to better manage their health.

Do you sometimes feel frustrated at not being able to do the things you used to do? Do you find friends and family don’t understand the changes that are going on in your life due to a medical condition?

Do you feel alone in your situation? You know that physical symptoms are not the only challenges of dealing with a chronic condition. Unlike most programs aimed at helping people with chronic illnesses, this program is led by people who also have chronic conditions and have a close understanding of the challenges involved.

Participants coming to the workshops already know a lot of the information that’s being taught. But the workshop is about motivating you to actually do it. You will practice decision making, goal setting, problem solving and action planning. The program also puts people with different conditions together, where you can share and learn from each other. People who have different illnesses often face similar prob-

lems—including depression, pain and how to communicate with doctors. What is often heard is “I don’t feel so alone anymore.”

The program encourages you to break down overwhelming challenges into little steps to better manage your condition. To that end, you will set one specific goal every week. Each goal you achieve gives a sense of accomplishment and control in your life.

It allows you to adapt to the changes in your life, and to enjoy improved health and a more positive attitude.

By participating in a “Take Control of Your Health” workshop, you are placing a greater focus on solving problems rather than focusing on your symptoms, therefore becoming an active manager of your health.

If you have a chronic condition or are caring for someone with a chronic condition and are 60 years or older, come and learn how the “Take Control of Your Health” workshop can provide a chance for you to meet new people, to help others by sharing what has worked for you and to find new ways to address your health conditions in a mutually supportive setting.

The workshop is funded by a grant through Meals on Wheels of Ocean County and The Office of Senior Services. It consists of six weekly sessions offered in a variety of community-based settings throughout Ocean County. Class size is limited to 15 people to allow for interaction among the participants. Each class is 2½ hours long.

Attendees receive a book entitled “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” & relaxation CD. Refreshments are served at each meeting.

Participants describe “Take Control of Your Health” as “life changing, fun and filled with information and support.” For more information or to register for a workshop, contact Staci at 609-698-1281 or Louanne at 732281-8391, or visit csimow.org/senior-support/take-control-health.

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Committee Focuses On Substance Abuse Prevention

BRICK – The Brick Municipal Alliance Committee (BMAC) is a municipally supported, grant-funded organization whose mission is to provide substance abuse prevention programs and services for the community. It is a grassroots effort led by a group of volunteers representing organizations and key stakeholders empowered to initiate community-level change.

With funding provided by the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, along with sponsorships and donations, BMAC’s efforts will be focused on reducing prescription medication misuse, particular-

ly opiates, which is fueling the heroin crisis in our area. Chief Bergquist of the Brick Township Police Department summarized it best at the first BMAC meeting when he said “The police department is really good at arresting these people. What we’re not so good at is turning off the flow of new users coming in, and I think that should be our focus.”

BMAC meetings are held monthly on Mondays at 7 p.m. in Town Hall. All are welcome.

For more infor mation, visit brick township.net/bmac.

Brick Police Seek Explorers BRICK – The Brick Township Police Department Explorer Post is looking for motivated explorers.

Anyone interested in applying must be 15 to 20 years of age and can pick up

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Mental Health Association in Ocean County has these groups: Double Trouble Groups. Peer run support groups for those who are diagnosed with mental illness and addiction are offered to Ocean County residents, 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 7:30 p.m. on Fridays at Journey to Wellness Center, 25 South Shore Drive in Toms River. No cost. For more information, call 732-914-1546 or Facebook/Mental Health Association in Ocean County.

Wellness Groups. The Mental Health Association – Ocean County offers several open, peer run groups: 4:15 p.m. on Tues-

days and 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Topics include coping strategies and more. At 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays, there is an open discussion men’s group. A Spirituality Group meets Mondays at 7 p.m. All meeting are at Journey to Wellness, 25 South Shore Drive, Toms River. Call 732-914-1546 or Facebook/Mental Health Association Ocean County.

Addictions Groups. Ocean County residents may attend open groups: 6 p.m. on Mondays, 4:15 p.m. on Tuesdays, and 5:30 on Thursdays at Journey to Wellness Center, 25 S. Shore Drive, Toms River.

Call 732-914-1546 or Facebook/Mental Health Association Ocean County.

Barnegat Bay Estuary Program

OCEAN COUNTY – The Barnegat Bay Partnership, one of the country’s National Estuary Programs and housed locally at Ocean County College, has recently developed two outstanding educational tools to share with each municipality.

The following links are resources for residents.

Jersey-Friendly Yards is an online guide to beautif ul, low-maintenanc e, a nd eco-friendly landscaping where homeow ners will f ind infor mation about planting native species, reducing use of fertilizers and pesticides, conserving water, and improving overall yard

health. The website features include a searchable plant database; information on invasive species; an explanation of New Jersey’s fertilizer law; how to address stormwater problems; and much more.

Visit jerseyyards.org for more information.

State of the Bay video provides viewers with a 12-minute overview of the ecological health of the Barnegat Bay as reported in the 2016 Barnegat Bay Partnership’s State of the Bay Report.

Watch t he video at youtube.com/ watch?v=3VK0Hhg4p3k&feature=you tu.be.

Learning Opportunities At Temple Beth Or

BRICK – The community is invited to participate in the adult learning opportunities being offered at Temple Beth Or, 200 Van Zile Road.

Wisdom of the Ages, Wisdom of the Sages: Teachings in Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers/Ancestors) is a class led by Rabbi Robert Rubin beginning on Wednesday, October 18 from 10 to 11:20 a.m. Subsequent sessions are on October 25 and November 1, 8, 15 and 29. There is no charge and Hebrew is not required.

A Crash Course for Beginners to Read Hebrew is a class for those who want to

learn to read Hebrew letters, vowels, words and passages and currently do not know how to do so. The five-session class begins on Thursday, October 19 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. and is being taught by Rabbi Robert Rubin.

Subsequent sessions are on October 26 and November 2, 9 and 16. There is no charge or book fee. This program is part of the NJOP (formerly National Jewish Outreach Program) Read Hebrew America with hundreds of sites across North America.

For information about these offerings, call Temple Beth Or at 732-458-4700 or send an email to templebethorbrick@gmail.com.

Brick Township Trunk-or-Treat BRICK – Join us for one of the most popular Halloween traditions at the Shore – Brick Township’s Trunk-or-Treat and Halloween Spooktacular. Residents are invited to bring their cars, decorate them, pop the trunk and hand out treats to Brick Township’s young ghosts, goblins, witches and other ‘Trunk-or-Treaters.’

In addition, there will be a costume parade, hayride, and trophies for best

costumes and cars. The Brick Elks will be providing free hot dogs and Twin County Soccer will be giving out free hot chocolate and pretzels.

Registration is required for anyone wishing to decorate a car. Please call 732-262-1073 for information. This event is free. We respectfully ask anyone not decorating a car to bring a bag of candy for distribution at the event.

Craft Vendors Needed

TOMS RIVER – American Legion Auxiliary will hold a holiday craft/vendor fair on November 25 at 2025 Church Road and craft vendors are needed. To purchase a table, contact Laurinda Miller at 732-272-7552.

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Presentation Shares Relief For Homebound Seniors

POINT PLEASANT – Mark your calendars to attend a special presentation on Wednesday, November 1 at 7 p.m. at the Point Pleasant Library, 864 Beaver Dam Road.

Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ) is a non-profit agency committed to enabling the homebound elderly of Ocean County remain living independently in their homes. As a senior yourself or a spouse, partner or friend taking care of a non-driving elderly member of our community, there is help available. There is no charge for services and there is no income eligibility.

The only requirement to receive service is that a loved one is over 60, is no longer driving, and lives in Ocean County or parts of southern Monmouth County.

At this session, CVCJ will review all the services that are available, how the program works and the variety of volunteer opportunities for those who wish to join the 600 volunteers who provide services to our homebound seniors in Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach, Howell, Brick, Mantoloking and Bay Head.

CVCJ volunteers provide:

• Round Trip Transportation to medical appointments where volunteers will use their own car.

• Grocery Shopping where volunteers will shop for you, once every two weeks.

• Friendly Visits and Phone Calls to those who feel lonely and live far from their families.

• Caregiver Canines Pet Visitation to provide a great tail-wagging joy, this program provides in-home volunteers and therapy dog visits.

In addition, we also offer our frail and elderly residents the following services: • Alzheimer’s Respite Care Program – this prog ram offers caregivers of those living at home with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or chronic illness to get relief from their incredible stress and burden on a weekly basis.

• Veteran to Veteran – our volunteer Veterans are matched with a Veteran who will provide any of our services.

• Multicultural Outreach – we have diverse and bilingual staff members who can provide education and outreach to minority communities.

Call CVCJ today at 732-505-2273 to reserve your spot at this special session.

Annual Gift Auction BRICK – The Sisterhood of Temple Beth Or, Van Zile Road and Route 70, will be having their annual gift auction on Tuesday, November 14 at the Temple. Advance seating can be requested by sending a check for $10 for each ticket to the Temple. Tickets will be sold at the door, if available.

Doors open at 6 p.m. There will be

money trees, a smart television, many appliances, gifts for the holidays and a snow blower. Additionally, free bagels with a spread, and coffee/tea and a snack will be provided. Other food will be available for purchase. No smoking.

Nobody under 18 will be permitted to attend. For more information, call the Temple at 732-458-4700.

NJ State Library Cards NEW JERSEY – New Jersey residents can apply for bor rowi ng pr ivileges in person at the State Librar y, which is located at 185 West State Street in Trenton.

Residents must present: proof of New Jersey residency, such as a valid NJ driver’s license with photo or a current utility bill or lease for a NJ residence plus a photo ID. Librar y cards are issued to those 17 years of age or older.

The State Library borrower card will

e n able ca rd holde r s t o b or row f ive books from the librar y’s circulating collections and use the public PCs for onsite access to databases. Remote access is available to a suite of statewide databases via the JerseyClicks portal.

Bor rowed materials must be picked up i n p e r son at t he St at e Libr a r y, and ret ur ned directly to the librar y in person or by mail. However, the bor rower is still responsible for any mailed retur ns that are not received by the librar y.

Food, Clothing Donations Accepted

BRICK – The Orthodox Christian Church of the Annunciation, 360 Van Zile Road, maintains a food pantry and donations are always accepted. Place non-perishable food items in blue bin in the church.

Clothing donations are accepted on the last Sunday of each month. Place donations next to the food pantry bin.

For more information, call the church at 732-458-9032.

Free Bread Fridays

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Family Success Center hosts a free bread pick-up day every Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

at 1433 Hooper Ave., Suite 121.

The bread is donated by Panera Bread.

For more information, call 732-557-5037.

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Garden State Hearing And Balance Center

com m it ment to pa- Kirsh said. tients, coupled with Hearing loss, unfortunately, technology and value often goes untreated since it is have set Garden State Hearing not painful and often not a pri& Balance Center apart for ority for patients. But for the years, with recent investments 40 million people who suffer making the treatment of hear- from it, Dr. Kirsh explains, ing loss and similar conditions it is important that they seek more manageable than ever. diagnosis and t reatment to T he pr act ice, wh ich ha s improve their life and ensure offices in Toms River, Mana- good health. hawkin and Whiting, was the “Over the last few years, first in the United States to there have been a lot of studbe Audigy-Certified, a testa- ies that show a relationship ment to its adherence to the bet ween u nt reated hear ing industry’s best practices that loss and memory deficits such are required for certification. as dementia and Alzheimer’s, “Any business that is Au- which means you r suscepdigy-Certif ied, from a best t ibilit y to obt ai n i ng t hese practices standpoint, is in the memory issues increases as top t wo to a function of “We don’t over three percent t he hea r i ng in the counloss that you schedule or double try,” said Dr. h a v e ,” D r . book, so people are Isidore Kirsh said. generally seen on time.” Kirsh – commonly Wit h r a re –Dr. Kirsh known as Dr. exception, Izzy – foundthe only way er and director of the practice, to help preserve your hearing who holds a doctorate degree is th rough a hear ing aid – (Ph.D.) from the Union Insti- sometimes a stumbling block tute & University. for patients who are self-conThe Center performs testing scious about wearing one. But for patients with auditory pro- technological improvements cessing disorders and testing have led to the devices becomfor people who are suffering ing vir tually invisible, and from tinnitus – ringing in the more helpful than ever. ears – as well as hearing loss “They can be 100 percent and balance issues. invisible, they can have BlueDr. Kirsh’s practice includes tooth as well as Wi-Fi capastate-of-the art equipment to bilities,” Dr. Kirsh explained. evaluate hearing and balance “ You ca n st r e a m a sig n a l issues, which are often related through your iPhone or your to inner ear disorders. television, even movies and “Seventy percent of patients Broa dway shows, r ig ht t o wh o c o m pl a i n of b a l a n c e you r hea r i ng aid. Most of proble m s u s u a l ly h ave a n today’s hearing aids are very i n ner ear component,” Dr. inconspicuous, meaning the

Pictured is Dr. Isidore Kirsh.

His offices are located at 250 Route 37 West, Toms River, 732573-4020; 53 Nautilus Drive, Suite C, 1st Floor, Manahawkin, 609-489-5415; 75 Lacey Road Ste 1B, Whiting, 732-606-4912.

Visit gardenstatehearing.com for more information.

cosmetic issue is really not an issue anymore.”

Hearing aids also can have features such as GPS locator capability.

“The technology is improving significantly every year,” Dr. Kirsh said.

For patients, hearing aids can be financed interest free for 24 months, and Dr. Kirsh’s practice provides free battery replacements for life. Patients can also return a hearing aid during a 75 day trial period, during which time they return to Garden State Hearing &

Balance Center a minimum of three times to check on their progress.

“We don’t over schedule or double book, so people are generally seen on time,” said Dr. Kirsh.

The practice has th r ived on accessibility for patients, investments in technology, and the easing of the financial aspect of treatment.

“We try to give people as much value as possible, and

that really separates us from some of the other hearing care professionals out there,” Better hearing is a priceless gift!

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of October 14 - October 20

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Friction and fiction may be the keywords of the upcoming week. Avoid losing your temper with irritations at the workplace and steer clear of offers that seem too good to be true.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When your head is in the clouds you may overlook stumbling blocks beneath your feet. In the week ahead your romantic side may blossom. A co-worker may want to be more than a friend.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A wild goose chase might be beneficial. You are attracted by things of dubious value. This week you might not profit from financial transactions yet could derive benefit from the process.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Hold up high standards. If you face a series of difficulties in the week ahead it isn’t necessarily because you are doing something wrong, but because you are doing something right.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your business sense might be in the spotlight as this week unfolds. You might find favor with the high and mighty and ambitions may be achieved, but may be surprised by financial discrepancies.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Phil Collins sang about the “land of confusion” and you might know just what he meant. In the week ahead you might find it difficult to navigate the ins and outs of relationships and negotiations.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be fated to have someone cater to your every desire early in the week. You may enjoy wallowing in romantic fantasies, but may find communications with a loved one is challenging.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the week ahead you demonstrate your talent for teamwork. Compromise, however, only works when everyone keeps the bargain. Don’t risk your money or reputation on a handshake.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Do your best. Slam the door on unpleasant memories and make only happy ones. Honor your commitments and uphold the highest ethical standards in the week to come.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the upcoming week you may be reminded of obligations to even when they come at a cost to yourself. Co-workers or workplace activities could tempt you to take the easy way out.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can’t please everyone. You won’t even please yourself with expensive purchases or investments this week. What you think is a bargain could prove costly if you buy on credit.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Opposites may attract as well as repel. You may be faced with a sudden infatuation in the week ahead. Take time to reconsider before making an irrevocable commitment or crucial decision.

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OceanFirst Sparks Sand Angel Challenge For Hurricane Relief

By Sara Grillo

SEASIDE PARK – Here on the East Coast where winters are filled with biting cold and blizzards – or at least they used to be – it’s pretty standard to have a few snow angels under our belts. But sand angels? Maybe not so likely.

OceanFirst Bank is on a mission to change that. The company is teaming up with New Jersey Natural Gas, NJ101.5, WOBM, the Asbury Park Press and the Causeway Family of Dealerships to try and break the Guinness World Record for “Most Sand Angels Made Simultaneously.” The attempt will take place on the beach at Seaside Park, rain or shine, on October 28.

Anyone interested in trying their “wings” out to help break the record can register for $5 online at oceanfirstangels.com. All proceeds will go toward supporting those still struggling to recover from Superstorm Sandy five years later, as well as aiding in disaster relief and recovery efforts for recent victims of this year’s devastating hurricanes.

“As New Jersey’s leading community bank, OceanFirst was proud to play a major role in helping our neighbors and local businesses get back on their feet following Superstorm Sandy in October of 2012,” said Christopher D. Maher, Chairman & CEO of OceanFirst Bank. “Five years later, there are still people and businesses working to fully recover from the devastation caused by Sandy. We thought this would be a fun event and great way to

pull the region together to help raise money for those affected by Superstorm Sandy and the recent hurricanes.”

The current record was set just three months ago by the city of Ludington in Western Michigan, where people there were successful in creating 1,387 sand angels at the same time.

Seems like a piece of cake, right? Not so fast.

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, there are some pretty strict rules when it comes to creating a Sand Angel, including making your sand mold for at least 30 seconds.

Someone needs to help you get up, too, by pulling on your arms. Make sure you get up without stepping on your creation or leaving any hand prints on it.

Other than that, it’s basically like doing a jumping jack in the sand surrounded by a whole bunch of people for a really good cause.

The foundations involved in the challenge are Ocean County Long Term Recover Group, which aids those impacted by Superstorm Sandy, and the Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services, which supports relief efforts for victims of recent hurricanes.

OceanFirst Foundation and New Jersey Natural Gas will donate an additional $10 for the first 1,500 people to sign up, who will also get a free t-shirt. Anyone who is unable to participate in the record-breaking challenge, but wants to be a volunteer or steward, should visit oceanfirstangels.com or email cferro@ oceanfirst.com with “Sandy Angels Helper” in the subject line.

Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen Pure Elegance:Think Dinner Party Cooking Can’t Be Quick And Easy? Think Again.

By Wolfgang Puck

If you’ve ever hung out in a restaurant kitchen, or been seated close enough to one to witness the chefs in action, you’ve probably heard the head chef repeatedly calling out the word “Fire!”

Rather than sounding any kind of alarm, the command actually means that the time has come for a particular dish to be cooked so that it will be ready to serve along with the rest of a particular table’s order - all part of the system that keeps a restaurant running efficiently.

Good restaurant cooking and service often do call for split-second timing, even though there may also be many dishes on a menu that are slowly cooked (braises, stews or roasts) or elements of recipes (sauces, dressings and fresh pastas) that require advance preparation.

But it still can be really surprising how quickly many dishes do come together in a fine-dining establishment.

The same can be true when you entertain at home. While many people think that throwing a dinner party must call for hours of cooking, it is possible - and, I would say, often preferable - to entertain elegantly without spending very much time in the kitchen at all. The key to achieving this goal, however, relies largely on one key element: preparation.

My recipe for thyme-steamed stuffed chicken legs with watercress sauce, a classic from my pre-Spago days of cooking at Ma Maison restaurant in Los Angeles, is a perfect example of that principle. It’s a delicious, surprisingly light main course, featuring chicken legs from which the thigh bones have been removed (you can ask the butcher to do it for you). They are filled with a port-seasoned mixture of chopped chicken breast, mushrooms, and onion, steamed over thyme-scented broth, then sliced and served with a quickly blended sauce based on fresh watercress and some of the flavorful steaming liquid.

Some people might think an elegant-sounding dish like this might take considerable time to prepare, or call for special cooking skill. But, in fact, the cooking time start to finish is under 30 minutes. The reason cooking happens so quickly is that, up to several hours in advance, you do another simple 30 minutes or so of prep work, quickly sauteing and cooling the filling, and then stuffing the boned legs and securing them with toothpicks.

That prep, and the fact that the final steaming takes place pretty much unattended and the sauce takes seconds to prepare, leaves you free to welcome and enjoy pre-dinner cocktails or a glass of wine with your guests. It all comes together so easily and seamlessly that you won’t even feel the need to call out “Fire!” before serving time.

THYME-STEAMED STUFFED CHICKEN LEGS WITH WATERCRESS SAUCE Serves 4 For the stuffed chicken legs: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, minced 2 ounces (60 g) button mushrooms, quartered 8 ounces (250 g) boneless, skinless chicken

breast, coarsely ground or chopped Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup (60 mL) port 1/2 cup (125 mL) chicken broth 2 t ablespoons chopped f resh It alia n parsley leaves 4 whole chicken legs with thighs, thigh bones removed by butcher and reserved for steaming liquid For steaming: 1 quart chicken broth or stock 3 or 4 fresh thyme sprigs 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil For the watercress sauce: 1/2 bunch watercress 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 lemon, juiced Up to several hours ahead of serving time, make the filling: Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions and saute for 1 minute. Add the mushrooms and chopped chicken breast, and saute, breaking up the chicken with a wooden spoon, until the mushrooms begin to give off their liquid and the chicken is no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper.

Remove from the heat and add the port. Turn down the heat slightly, return the pan to the heat, and cook until the port is reduced by about one quarter, taking care not to let the vapors from the port ignite. Add the chicken broth and cook for 2 minutes longer.

With a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken-mushroom mixture to a bowl. Return the pan to the heat and reduce the liquid to a syrupy consistency, about 5 minutes. Add the reduced liquid to the chicken mixture. Add the parsley and stir well. Set aside to cool.

Season the chicken legs inside and out with salt and pepper. Place the legs on a clean work surface, skin-side down. Place about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of the cooled filling inside the boned portion of each leg.

Fold the meat neatly over the filling and secure closed with a wooden toothpick.

To steam the chicken legs, combine the chicken stock, reserved bones, thyme, and olive oil in the bottom of a steamer or in a saucepan large enough to support a steamer basket.

Bring the steaming liquid to a boil.

Place the steamer basket over the steaming liquid. Add the chicken legs in a single layer and cover. Steam until the chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes.

Remove the chicken legs from the steamer and keep warm while you make the sauce. Place 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the steaming liquid in a blender.

Add the watercress, cover, and blend well, following the manufacturer’s instructions to avoid spattering. With the blender running on low speed, add the butter a little bit at a time. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

To serve, slice the boneless part of each chicken leg crosswise into 3 slices. Spoon some sauce on a plate and top with the chicken leg, slightly overlapping the sliced, stuffed thigh pieces.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2017 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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