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Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Ocean Township resident Zac Levy, 17, conducted personal interviews on homelessness and captured them in his “Project Unhoused” book.
Photo courtesy Monmouth County SPCA 61 dogs were discovered in a Middletown home in poor conditions. By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COU NTY – The Monmouth County SPCA, along with authorities and animal control, rescued 60+ dogs and puppies from living in deplorable conditions in July 2020. Today, the person responsible for putting these animals through poor living conditions has received jail time. The Monmouth County SPCA announced that Marlene Sandford of Middletown was sentenced in Middletown Municipal Court to six months incarceration, and $30,500 in fines. Police had found dogs and puppies
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Adopt-A-Family Program Provides Holiday Gifts To Families In Need By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Residents can help their neighbors in need by donating to Howell Township’s annual “Adopt a Family” Holiday Giveaway program. With the holiday season right around the corner, the program will assist local families with children who are less fortunate have a brighter holiday. The Township invites all residents and
local businesses to consider adopting a family in need within the community. Their goal is to gather as many volunteers as they can and assign them each an “adopted” family in Howell. Volunteers will help families with children (ages range from toddlers to 17 years old) to give them a joyful holiday. Many local businesses, neighborhoods, residents and non-profit organizations
and groups have come together to be involved in the benefit. The Township still needs more volunteers to help and support the “Adopt A Family” Holiday Give Away. You can help or contribute to the benefit by doing anything of the following: You can help by calling the Township of Howell to sign up to sponsor a Howell (Families - See Page 2)
By Stephanie Faughnan MONMOUTH COUNTY – Ocean Township resident Zac Levy was just 16 last year when an unexpected encounter at a Boston 7-Eleven set him on a transformative path. Zac regards that brief moment as the catalyst for his decision to promote awareness about homelessness from a more human perspective. Zac and his father, Izzy, had decided to make a quick stop at the convenience store while they were in Boston visiting Zac’s brother, a Brandeis University student. While standing in the checkout line, Zac’s focus shifted to a young woman who appeared to be just a couple of years older than him. “She was clearly homeless,” said Zac. “She wasn’t able to afford the things she was trying to buy, and my father went to the front and paid for her.” When Zac and his father left the store, Zac (Book - See Page 3)
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Continued From Page 1 stacked in crates, with no food or water, and living in their own feces and urine, inside Sandford’s home in the Belford section of Middletown. Sanford’s sentencing came with 61 counts of animal cruelty and a lifetime pet ownership ban. During that time, dozens of MCSPCA
and Middletown Township staff worked in sweltering heat to remove each dog from the home, which took nearly six hours. “The majority of the dogs had matted fur from sitting in their own excrement, were crammed into crates together, and had never had veterinary care,” MCSPCA wrote in a statement. All 61 dogs were transferred to the Monmouth County SPCA where they were vaccinated, spayed/neutered, groomed
and received other surgeries if necessary. MCSPCA explained how one dog, named Mary Lou, was so matted that her fur grew around her legs which left her deformed and needed corrective surgery and amputation. In the months following this horrific hoarding incident, MCSPCA said all 61 of the Belford dogs and puppies had been adopted and are now in loving homes. “There is no greater victory than when
justice is brought forth, especially when the lives of innocent animals are involved,” MCSPCA Executive Director Ross Licitra said. “We are so proud of our Monmouth County SPCA Law Enforcement Division along with the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office and the Middletown Township Police for the persistence, professionalism, and most of all, hard work it took to fi nally bring this case to an end.” “This is a big win for animal welfare, and we can’t reiterate enough that animal cruelty will not be tolerated in our community,” Licitra added.
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Continued From Page 1 family. 732-938-4500 ext. 2102. You can also help by purchasing gift certificates in any increment. (Walmart, Target, Five Below, Kohl’s, Applebee’s, or Visa Card) Organize a neighborhood, office and/or store collection for families. Support this event by informing your friends and family about the Give Away. All gifts must be unwrapped. Gifts can be dropped off at the Howell Township Municipal Building, 4567 Highway 9 North, First Floor. You can drop off gifts on the following dates and times: November 30 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and December 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Give Away will also be held at the Howell Township Municipal Building. Dates and times of the giveaway are as follows: December 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and December 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information regarding the Howell “Adopt A Family” Holiday Give Away, visit twp.howell.nj.us/116/Events or email sfecher@twp.howell.nj.us If you would like to speak to someone directly, call 732-938-4500 ext. 2102.
Senior Center Collecting Leftover Halloween Candy
HOWELL – Will you have leftover Halloween candy? If so, please drop off your goodies to the Senior Center or Steven Fecher in the Manager’s Office located at 4567 Highway 9 North, 2nd Fl by November 9. Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Howell Township Senior Center will be sending the collection to the troops overseas through “Always Supporting Our Military.”
Fall Festival
HOWELL – Cornerstone Church, located at 6550 US-9 in Howell, is hosting a Fall Festival on November 4 from 2 to 6 p.m. There will be carnival food and games, inflatables, hay ride, entertainment, and s’mores.
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Continued From Page 1 couldn’t shake the feeling that the young woman he had seen inside was homeless. His observations were further confirmed by the sight of her possessions strewn around her outside, surrounded by other people nearby who seemed to be living on the street. The experience left Zac with a lingering question about how someone so young could end up in such a dire situation. He chronicled his quest to find answers in “Project Unhoused,” available on Amazon, and described as “a teenager’s journey to share the stories of America’s homeless.” A High Technology High School senior, Zac is no stranger to performing in-depth research assignments. When he first decided to look into the homelessness issue, he found he could easily uncover numbers and statistical analysis. Much of the research focused on the lack of affordable housing. “What I didn’t find was a lot of stories,” Zac shared. “I figured there was a whole lot that wasn’t in academic sources and learned about stereotypes from people in online forums.” Zac said the overall findings conflicted when he initially began his research. He identified a need to discover the underlying issues related to homelessness by delving into life stories. Izzy accompanied his son as Zac set out to interview those he calls “unhoused.” Paul McEvily of Interfaith Neighbors helped Zac connect with other nonprofit
The Howell Times, October 28, 2023, Page 3 organizations that assist needy people. At Lunch Break in Red Bank, Zac worked with Kevin McGee to meet people. He also conducted some interviews at the JBJ Soul Kitchen in Red Bank. “What was interesting is that I saw one of the people in two different environments,” said Zac. “I first saw her at Lunch Break and later at Soul Kitchen.” Zac recalled the sad look that surfaced when he first met the woman, who he said was in her seventies. She and her daughter, who is in her fifties, are both homeless and have had hard lives. On his second encounter with the older woman, Zac barely recognized her as she was smiling, standing straight, and had better clothes. At the Jersey Shore Rescue Mission in Asbury Park, Zac found another group that offered help to men and women experiencing homelessness. The organization not only served dinner but also a period of time where showers were made available and overnight beds. “I did eight interviews overall and intend to do more,” Zac shared. “A lot of people talk about people who wind up being homeless because of drug abuse. But you don’t hear a lot about how people end up using drugs to supplement other problems in their lives.” “We need to look at the end result versus the whole process that led to this person’s eventual form and eventual incentive to homelessness,” continued Zac. “I’m trying to spread awareness about homelessness from this more human lens and also dispel lots of popular notions and stereotypes about how homelessness is mostly caused
by drug abuse and mental health addiction. That’s not what I found in my interviews and in all the research.” Zac said that three people he interviewed had never touched drugs or had mental health problems. Some had fallen through the cracks for financial reasons, and others had been victims of natural disasters like Superstorm Sandy. “One person’s apartment was completely destroyed and had mold infestation,” Zac said. “She got very sick because of the mold infestation, and at 65, can’t work.” Many of the people Zac interviewed were senior citizens with limited fi nancial resources. Among them was an 80-year-old woman who has been living in her truck. “She’s living on Social Security and makes enough to eat, pay for gas, and repair her truck,” Zac said. “But she can’t afford an apartment and is working with Lunch Break to find government assistance.” The same woman has never had a drug problem or mental health issues. Last year, she had a three-month reprieve from the cold as she moved from church to church. The nonprofit group, Women’s Hospitality Network, arranged the emergency housing within their 12-bed capacity. After providing some small snippets of his interviews, Zac was kind enough to share a brief preview of his finished book. The conclusion of “Project Unhoused” unveils the growth of a young man who ventured into a world totally foreign to his everyday existence. Now 17, Zac revealed that reading about other people’s lives gave him different lessons than he gained from real-life interviews.
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“I didn’t just hear their words,” said Zac. “I tried to live through their stories. It only occurred to me later that this is the difference between sympathy and empathy. I attribute this emotional development to this new perspective through which I view others and our absolute interconnectedness.” The eight interviews collected in “Project Unhoused” represent a small sampling of the bigger picture, according to Zac. He plans to further his mission and hopes other like-minded youth will join him in assisting people experiencing homelessness in their communities. More information about Zac and “Project Unhoused” can be found at projectunhoused.com. Proceeds from the sale of the book are given directly to America’s homeless population.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL People Need To Be Able To Ask For Help There are two subjects that made the news in the last few years and both of them have one thing in common: they are politicizing and threatening people who are already in trouble. One is about gay kids and one is about undocumented immigrants. So, this is going to be a rough editorial for some people to read. The first is the “parental rights” movement that you probably have seen a lot of. Proponents of this believe that if a child comes out as LGBTQ+ to a school staff member, that school employee must - by law tell the kid’s parents. The politicians who are riding the parental rights train say that parents have a right to know what’s
going on in their child’s life. Parents absolutely do, in most situations. This is not necessarily one of them. The politicians will say that if a kid is going through an important issue like this, that their parents should be aware of it so they could help. In a perfect world, I would agree. But it is not a perfect world. These politicians (many of whom have been interviewed by this newspaper and by yours truly) never stopped to ask why a kid would keep their sexuality secret from their parents. They never wonder if there could be underlying issues at home. These politicians apparently don’t think that if the child’s secret got out, it could make a bad home life even worse.
I’m not saying that every kid who comes out is going to get abused, but the statistics are easy to find for anyone who cares to look them up. LGBTQ+ kids have a higher chance of abuse from parents. They are more likely to be runaways. They also have a higher chance of self-harm, drug use (a coping behavior) and suicide. The politicians don’t care about this, though. They only want to make you angry so you vote for them. Imagine that you are a school counselor or a nurse. These are the people who are usually first to find out that something is wrong. They learn that a child is gay. The child needs help and they come to the staff member. That staff member would then have to turn around and
out that kid to their family? This is basically “don’t ask, don’t tell” for schools. What would happen if a teen asked the sex ed teacher about using condoms with his boyfriend, then the sex ed teacher reported to the parents, and the kid killed himself? The parents could sue the school. It doesn’t matter if they win. The point is they have a case and they would likely settle out of court for millions. All because some politicians decided that parents have a right to know their kids’ secrets. Did you ever keep secrets from your parents? What would have happened if they had found out about them? I bet you didn’t tell your parents when you started having sex. The other topic was the Im-
migrant Trust Directive that took place a few years ago in New Jersey. The attorney general made it so that police can’t ask the immigration status of witnesses. Why? Because undocumented immigrants were (are) afraid of the police. They didn’t want to report crimes because they were afraid of getting deported. For example, let’s say a woman was getting beaten up by her boyfriend. She would be afraid to go to police to get a restraining order if she wasn’t here legally. Let’s say a teenager saw someone dealing drugs. They might be afraid to tell the cops if they thought that they might be shipped away - maybe at the same time as the dealer. The Ocean County Com-
missioners sued the state to overturn that. They believed that the crime of illegal immigration was worse than whatever crime the immigrants were going to snitch about. They lost. It was your tax dollars at work. Ask any police officer and they’ll tell you that they want people to come to them if they need help, regardless of the situation. Ask any teacher and they’ll tell you that they want kids to come to them if they need help, regardless of the situation. Why are politicians trying to make it harder for people to ask for help if they need it?
agents to squeeze money from average citizens. The ironic issue is that Joe Biden wanted US citizens to be bullied into paying “their fair share” while Hunter Biden paid zero taxes on millions of Communist China and the Ukraine payments (bribes) and the entire Biden family collected over $30 million dollars! Biden vilifies the 74 million voters who did not vote for him, yet, he has deliberately reversed policies that kept America out of foreign wars
and kept criminals on the Mexican side of the border. To fund the care of illegal migrants, American taxpayers are being extorted to the tune of $180 billion in 2022 and the projections for 2023 are $200+ billion just so the tyrants in government can remain in power. Before you vote, do your homework since ignorance is the biggest threat to democracy, NOT Maga Republicans!
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Letters To The Editor Now Is Not The Time To Hide On October 12, the Jewish Federation of Ocean County, in partnership with the Toms River NAACP and the League of Women Voters sponsored a Candidates Night. It was an opportunity for state and county-level candidates to address issues of concern in order to combat hate and prejudices of all kinds. Democratic State Candidates from Legislative Districts 9, 10, 12, and 30 were in attendance, but not one Republican Candidate from any of those districts chose to attend this forum. The Democratic ticket in Southern Ocean County LD9, Gabriel Franco (State Senate) and Joe Atura (State Assembly) talked about being upstanders and eradicators of bigotry and hatred beginning with education, lowering property taxes through adjusting school funding formulas, reinstating the millionaires tax, giving builders incentives to build affordable housing, helping to provide a new
homeless shelter in Ocean County while providing services to help them rejoin the work force. In other words, working for all people in all communities in Southern Ocean County. The Republican ticket? None of them saw fit to attend this forum. In these times of instability of government at home and terrorist-fueled hatred overseas, they did not have the courage to show up and present their record, or lack of it, for all people in LD9. “Make America Great Again” should mean working for the people, instead of working for a red hat and a pardon. Now is not the time to cowardly hide. Show your faces, join the dialog, and be part of the solution. Robert B. Golon Little Egg Harbor
Trump Is Not Above The Law “All I want to do is this. I just want to find 11,780 votes.” That’s what Donald Trump
said to Georgia’s secretary of state when he was pressuring him to illegally overturn the 2020 presidential election results in the state of Georgia. This is just one piece of the evidence that led a grand jury of everyday Georgians to indict former President Donald Trump and key allies - including his lawyers Rudy Giuliani and John Eastman and White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows - on 41 criminal charges for attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia. Trump led a criminal conspiracy that included 18 co-defendants and 30 unindicted co-conspirators to commit fraud and illegally reverse the will of Georgia voters, even though Trump and his team already knew he’d lost. When all else failed, the January 6th insurrection was Trump’s last desperate attempt to cling to power. Elected officials and law enforcement officers were attacked, simply for doing their jobs - acting on the will
of the people and certifying the election results. It was violent, destructive, and in some cases, fatal. There can be no more serious crime than a conspiracy to overturn the foundation of our democracy itself: the vote of the American people. Fame, fortune, and former office cannot and should not prevent someone from standing trial and being held accountable for their crimes. Sydney Goldstein Wall
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Lt. Governor: New Law Addresses Youth Mental Health Crisis
UNION – As part of the Murphy Administration’s commitment to addressing the national mental health crisis affecting New Jersey’s youth, Acting Governor Tahesha Way signed a bill at Kean University alongside state officials and legislative sponsors to strengthen mental health support on college campuses throughout the state. The legislation amends the existing “Madison Holleran Suicide Prevention Act” to require institutions of higher education to annually train employees, raise awareness among students, and improve access to resources that will help prevent suicides. “The pressure and stress many students experience during college can exacerbate mental health challenges they may already be facing,” said Acting Governor Way. “Equipping campus staff to recognize the signs of depression and suicidal ideation and understand how to help students in crisis will undoubtedly save lives. Our Administration will continue to work towards Governor Murphy’s goal of addressing the mental health of young people throughout our state by providing the resources and supports they need.” Institutions of higher education are already required to have individuals with training and experience in mental health – who focus on reducing student suicides – available to students 24/7 either on campus or remotely. Under the bill (A-1176), institutions of higher education will now also be required to ensure that individuals who have training and experience in mental health annually train their faculty and staff on how to recognize signs of depression among students as well as the warning signs and risk
factors associated with student suicide. These experts will also make sure faculty and staff are trained on how to refer students to crisis hotlines and mental health screenings. Given their role as peer leaders, Resident Assistants (RAs) must also receive annual training on understanding the signs and risk factors for depression and suicide, how to refer students to campus mental health resources, and how to respond to students in crisis. To raise awareness throughout the college community, the bill requires institutions to conduct an annual mental health public awareness campaign aimed at reducing stigma, helping students understand depression and suicide, and letting them know the resources available to them. Additionally, the bill empowers institutions to share contact information with students for suicide prevention supports, such as the hotline number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, the 9-8-8 Hotline, and any other 24/7 mental health hotline deemed appropriate by the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OHSE). The 9-8-8 Hotline is available 24/7 for call, text, or chat for those experiencing a mental health-related or suicidal crisis, or those looking to help a loved one through a crisis. Finally, the bill also requires each institution of higher education to establish a mental health crisis assessment and response plan to be used by campus staff, faculty, and RAs to identify, assess, and respond to a student who is experiencing a mental health crisis. “We are incredibly proud of New Jersey’s comprehensive commitment to student mental
health under the Murphy Administration,” said Secretary of Higher Education Dr. Brian K. Bridges. “Steps taken today, working in concert with other initiatives and investments by the State, will advance the efforts of New Jersey institutions to meet students where they are with the support and resources they need for success. Our collective goal must always be to ensure that a continuum of care, from immediate crisis intervention and counseling to everyday wellbeing support, is available, accessible, and responsive to the needs of postsecondary students from all backgrounds.” This bill builds upon other efforts to address stu-
dent mental health, including a recent partnership announced by OSHE to provide 24/7, 365 days/year access to tele-mental health services on participating college campuses and a $16 million investment of federal funds to help institutions of higher education develop community provider partnerships and build multicultural competency among faculty and staff. The Administration has also made significant investments in standing up the 9-8-8 hotline for all residents. Sponsors of the legislation include Senator Joseph Cryan and Assemblywoman Mila Jasey, as well as Senator Nellie Pou and Assemblymen James Kennedy and Bill Moen.
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Annual Spooktacular Window Painting
FREEHOLD – On October 12, the Annual Spooktacular Window Painting was held in Downtown Freehold! Students from all six high schools showcased their fantastic art skills painting the windows of local businesses. 1st Place - Howell High School 2nd Place - Freehold Township High School 3rd Place - Colts Neck High School
All winners have been announced and can be seen in the photo album on the Freehold Regional High School District Facebook page. Congratulations to all! Photo courtesy Freehold Regional High School District 1st Place winning painting by Howell High School student.
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HOWELL – Clean out your medicine cabinet, save a life! Each day in the U.S., an average of 250 people die from a drug overdose. Last year, overdoses claimed almost 110,000 lives in the U.S., with most overdoses resulting f rom opioids and synthetic opioids, such as prescription pain medications, heroin, and fentanyl. Misusing pain medications prescribed for someone else, or even you, can lead to opioid addiction. On October 28, the Howell Township Police Department and Howell Alliance are recognizing the DEA’s National Drug Take-Back Day by encouraging community members to dispose of their unwanted medications in the anonymous, 24/7 Project Medicine Drop box permanently located at police headquarters at 300 Old Tavern Road in Howell. Each spring and fall, the DEA holds its Take-Back Day nationwide in an effort to keep unwanted, unused, and expired presc r ipt ion s a nd ove r-t he - cou nt e r medications out of the wrong hands, which can lead to misuse and substance use disorders. For example, about 2,500 youth in the U.S. every day take a prescription pain reliever to intentionally get high for the very first time. “In Howell, we diligently promote the immediate disposal of unwanted medications year-round. This is why we have opted to route our community members to our Project Medicine Drop box at police headquarters on National Drug Take-Back Day, the same as we do every other day of the year, for consistent messaging,” Chief John Storrow of Howell Police said.
In 2022, 632 pounds of unwanted medications were collected in Howell - the highest annual collection in the community since data tracking started. From 2019 to 2022, the Howell community has disposed of 2,316 pounds of unwanted medications, thanks to collaborative efforts by the Howell police, Alliance, and community members. W he n d roppi ng of f me d icat ion s, please remove or black out your name and personal information. Please note, liquids, needles, and syringes are NOT accepted in the drop box (see below for more information). For house-bound residents, the Howell police will schedule at-home pick-up of unwanted medications by calling their non-emergency number at 732-9384111. In addition, the Howell Alliance distributes free DisposeRx packets for on-demand, at-home, and convenient d isposal of u nwa nted med icat ions. These are available using the Alliance’s nu mbe r below, or d roppi ng by t he Alliance’s information and resources board at town hall (on the right wall just before the clerk’s office window). For more information on proper medication disposal year-round in Howell using one of the several available options, as well as information on disposing of liquids, needles, and syringes, visit the Howell Alliance’s “Safe Prescription Disposal” website page at twp.howell. nj.us/537/Safe-Prescription-Disposal. For questions or more information, contact Ch r ista R iddle, Howell Alliance Coordinator, at 732-938- 4500 ext. 4012.
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Officer Honored With Lifesaving Award
Photo courtesy Howell Police HOWELL – Mike and Al Dimino of S.T.A.T. Medical Devices, located in Adelphia presented Ptl. Brandon Rollo with a lifesaving award. Ptl. Rollo used one of their tourniquets to save the life of a woman in the Villages on September 11. She had been bleeding profusely from a leg wound and had been lying on her floor for some time. Her blood pressure was very low and paramedics indi-
cated that the application of the tourniquet saved her life. The company also donated an emergency blood control cabinet to the department, which contains numerous devices to be used in the event of severe bleeding. Howell Police thanks S.T.A.T. Medical Devices for recognizing Ptl Rollo and for their support.
1830s All Hallows’ Eve Trick-Or-Treating Celebration
HOWELL – Step back in time and celebrate Halloween with The Historic Village at Allaire’s villagers as they would have in the 19th century. Learn about Halloween’s long rich history and the origin of the traditions we know of today. 1830s All Hallows’ Eve Trick-Or-Treating Celebration will be on October 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy spooky storytelling, glitter tattoos, fire juggler, chainsaw wood carver, music, fortune telling, craft making, carved pumpkin contest, blacksmithing,
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HOWELL – The Howell Township Department of Public Works has announced the Fall 2023 Leaf Collection Schedule. The leaf collection will begin on or about November 6, weather permitting. Crews will begin simultaneously in multiple zones throughout the township. The last leaf collection is scheduled to start on or about December 4. Place your leaves
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HOWELL – Support Howell PAL at Chickfil-A for a fundraising event on November 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. at 4881 US-9 Howell. Show their flyer, which can be found on the Howell PAL Facebook page, or mention Pal when ordering for 10% of the proceeds to go toward Palso they can continue to run programs for the youth in the community.
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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates People put their elderly parent or grandparent in a nursing home so that they can be safely taken care of, so that someone can properly look after them in their old age. No one expects that these nursing home residents should get anything less than the proper care and respect that they deserve, but with the hor rifying rise in nursing care abuse, this is not always the case. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse in the United States, more than 30 percent of all nursing homes in America indulge in some form of resident abuse. Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed. The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in t ur n leads to elder neglect and abuse. Even more alarming is the prediction that the problem will only worsen in the near future. More than 91% of nursing homes lack adequate staff to properly care for patients. A Health a nd Hu ma n Se r v ice s De pa r t me nt report found patients in understaffed nursing homes were more likely to suffer from a variety of problems, such as bed sores, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration, pneumonia, and serious blood born infections. It’s a serious concern that will only increase with time, given that the population of people aged 85 or older is expected to
double to 8.9 million by the year 2030. Sig ns of abuse and neglect may be (but are not limited to) evidence such as patterns of bruising, unexplained injuries, frequent infections, b e d s o r e s , q u e s t io n a ble hyg ie n e , appearance of malnut r ition, emotional distress, and unsanitary living conditions. Document any such evidence you observe, and bring it to the attention of your attorney. Neglect can be just as harmful in the long run as abuse, leading to additional health problems and possibly death. Nu rsing home abuse isn’t limited to physical abuse; there can also be emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse, where an elder is demeaned or humiliated in other ways. Many elders needlessly suffer from nursing home abuse in which they are manipulated, humiliated, or physically harmed by the very people entrusted with providing them with loving and tender care. Instances of physical, sexual and verbal abuse have taken place at the very nursing homes where elders are actually supposed to be well taken care of; unfortunately, cases of nursing home abuse in America and also in New Jersey are rising rather than falling. If you think a loved one is the victim of Nursing Home Abuse call the trial attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates for a free consultation to discuss their rights.
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HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Amidst The Turmoil: Navigating Stress Naturally With 5 Calming Remedies By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. In today’s tumultuous world, rife with uncertainty and global tensions, many of us grapple with stress and anxiety. The constant barrage of distressing news, heated debates, and seemingly endless catastrophes can leave us feeling overwhelmed. If you find yourself feeling this way, there is an organic route to tranquility that doesn’t rely on benzodiazepines, tranquilizers, alcohol, or opiates. As your holistic pharmacist, I’m here to lead you through the realm of herbal remedies and lifestyle adjustments. Let’s explore the potent gifts of nature and simple shifts in lifestyle that might help relieve stress and anxiety. These come as teas, extracts and dietary supplements: 1. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): Lavender boasts remarkable versatility. Inhale its soothing fragrance through essential oil diffusers or sachets. Additionally, a calming cup of lavender tea before bedtime can work wonders. 2. Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla): Chamomile’s gentle nature makes it an ideal choice for bedtime tea. Simply steep chamomile flowers in hot water for a soothing, anxiety-reducing beverage. 3. Valerian Root (Valeriana officinalis): Valerian root is available in extract or pill form as a dietary supplement. It’s most effective when taken 30 minutes to an hour before bedtime to promote restful sleep. 4. Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata): Similar to valerian root, passionflower can be taken as a dietary supplement, often used to reduce anxiety and enhance sleep quality. 5. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Ashwagandha can be incorporated into your daily routine as a supplement to help your
body adapt to stress and maintain balance. By integrating these natural remedies into your daily life, you can take significant strides towards managing stress and anxiety holistically. Whether through herbal teas, dietary supplements, or relaxation practices, these options offer a pathway to tranquility in the midst of today’s uncertainties. Ask or more calming solutions, you have to consider more than just herbal remedies. Here are a few more ideas to help you reclaim serenity. 1. Limit News Consumption: Excessive exposure to negative news can heighten stress and anxiety. Set designated times to catch up on the news and minimize constant updates. You might take a “digital detox” and limit social media exposure during this time. 2. Mindfulness Meditation: Cultivate mindfulness to stay grounded in the present moment and alleviate anxiety about the future. Try a walk-in nature, or yoga or gardening, or use an app to get more meditation in your life. 3. Exercise: Engage in physical activity to release endorphins, reduce stress hormones, and enhance overall well-being. Whatever makes you feel good, do it! On this continuum, be sure to eat a well-balanced diet with leafy greens that are high in calming magnesium. During times of uncertainty and global tensions, we have to realize we have very little control over anything and anyone. So, prioritize your mental and emotional well-being, not just for yourself, but also for your family. Embrace lifestyle adjustments and the herbal remedies I mentioned above, as you harmonize your personal and professional life.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator I’ve always gravitated to the outdoors and living things. I loved being outside playing with the neighborhood kids. Back then the thought of everyday electronics was far away from becoming a reality. Whether it be an insect, or plant, a kitten or injured bird, I felt drawn to all things living. Interestingly, my career ahead would not focus, even remotely, on the outside world. One day…that would all change. While in a local mall, I spotted a brochure
My Path To Rehabilitating Wildlife in a new store, The Body Shop, baring the words ‘Against Animal Testing.’ Shocked, I picked it up and began to read. I read everything I could fi nd, meeting people along the way, volunteering for various things like rescue, animal rights, and education, I knew my life was heading in a different direction. I apprenticed and licensed myself as a wildlife rehabilitator in the Garden State. I realized that volunteering was more than just about any cause, but also about me and how it made me feel…inside. Every time I rescued, spoke publicly, released a litter of squirrels, the feeling of
doing something beyond myself made me understand who I am, and if I can say this – I found myself. The expression when people felt lost, realized the meaning of it. It’s about each of us fi nding our place in the world. It’s about passion, a mission. Following those things that make me curious, the journey my life has taken has given me strength, courage, and appreciation in ways I would never have imaged. The world is a fascinating place filled with some wonderful people. Mixed cultures, nature, learning is forever possible. If you’re wondering why you’re here, look around you. Needs exist in every cor-
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Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Comics Wanted - Ten cent and Twelve cent comics must be before 1970. I will pay cash. Call 732-277-7327 anytime. (42) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Also buying Comic Books . Call Rick 908-616-7104. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (44) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Junk or Wrecked Cars and Trucks Wanted - Cash paid. 732-6577251, Steve. Thanks. (43) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. ( t/n) Advertise in the main sections of Micromedia’s weekly newspapers. Your ad will be seen by thousands. Our skilled team of account executives can work with any budget. Call 732-657-7344 ext. 206 for more information.
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Across 1 Sarah Spain’s network 5 Percussion set 10 Cards 14 “Go on, git!” 15 Tickle 16 __ were 17 Textile machine 18 Nigerian seaport 19 “Ciao” 20 Medic with an office at Fisherman’s Wharf? 23 Expert 24 Extremely chill 25 Leaders inclined to work as a group? 31 Extremely cold 32 Channel marker 33 Picked up the tab 35 BYU or NYU 36 Sun screen 37 Strive (for) 40 African country in the Maloti Mountains 41 Drains
42 Summits 45 Captain Hook’s incredulous assessment of his nemesis? 47 Statue base 49 Melber of MSNBC 50 Puts comfy shoes through rigorous testing? 56 Tropical spot 57 Safari equine 58 Most CFOs 60 Some game 61 “Middlemarch” novelist 62 Bend at a barre 63 Retired boomers 64 Action 65 Blood bank fluids Down 1 Subj. for those wishing to be bilingual 2 Utterly beyond repair 3 Play down 4 Motto for the ruth-
less 5 Meteorological effect caused by refraction 6 Desktop with an AppleCare option 7 Literary award with a spaceship logo 8 Starting on 9 Lab work 10 Thinned (down) 11 Pulitzer-winning journalist Wilkerson 12 Early ICBM 13 Hung around 21 Play-__ 22 “Science of Logic” philosopher Georg 25 Small ammo 26 Director Jean-__ Godard 27 LAX postings 28 Superhero once played by Stephen Amell on The CW 29 “__ Comes to P e m b e r l e y ” : P. D . James novel
30 Obama daughter 34 Friendly honk 36 Rats, gnats, and brats 37 Element in an algebraic equation 38 Wall St. event 39 Key that exits full-screen mode 40 Brand of packaged bagels 41 Is extremely frugal 42 Ladybug prey 43 Shuts 44 “The Gleaners” painter Jean-Fran ois 46 River that rises in the Bernese Alps 48 Fuzzy states 51 Move to a warmer state? 52 Drama honor 53 Cut short 54 Ink 55 Place to hibernate 59 “Wide Sargasso __”: Jean Rhys novel
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OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF OCT 28- NOV 3 BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): There may be an emotional situation you must face that could leave you feeling a bit helpless. Do your best to avoid letting a misunderstanding sidetrack your relationships. You might be able to find a new way to make a friend. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A shift in your perspective can radically change the way you see the world. Do your best to see things from a better vantage point instead of getting stuck looking at any barriers to discover the possibilities. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In some situations, words may not be enough to show true forgiveness. Show someone your sincerity by including them in some activities they could enjoy with you or inviting them out for a nice meal with friends. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Bringing together a collection of ideas can help; people may not always know if some parts are missing from an equation. When you bring people together they might be able to reach new heights of understanding. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): This may be an excellent time to fill your social circle with some influential contacts or visualize and explore a variety of plans. Greet people with a friendly smile whenever possible; you might be pleasantly surprised by the outcomes. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Experimenting with something unique could help expand your horizon and bring you in contact with some interesting people. You might be excited by a change in your plans or enjoy mingling with a new and exciting group.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your best-laid financial decisions may be shifted due to some unexpected family dynamics. It might be wise to hold off on making any decisions or giving a definite answer for now. Focus on your friendships. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You might find that you could have more friends than adversaries than you initially thought. Your communications skills may be helpful in conquering some problems with the assistance of a helpful sound board. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Friends could be happy to share their advice or offer you a safety net if you find yourself struggling. You might be recruited to help a loved one or partner manage a community service project. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A family member may offer you unsolicited input. When dealing with the details of some financial matters you could run into a situation out of your depth. Take time to think things over before you make a crucial decision. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Show a friend or partner the faith you have in them by giving their sincere and heartfelt apology a real chance. Let them know you still believe in them, and you could move past a rough patch. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Intel from your casual acquaintances could help to open your eyes to new interests or exciting hobbies. If you are willing to participate, you may find yourself received with a warm welcome. Balance quiet time with social pursuits.
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