Jersey Shore Family Summer 2012

Summer 2012

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inside Features:

99 Things to do This Summer. .............. 3-5 Jersey Shore Family Favorites. .................. 6 A Well Spent Father’s Day. ..................... 7 Giving Back to the Community. ............... 10 Sleep Over Camp Survival Guide............. 11 Summer Activity Guide (Part 2).......... 12-14 Alcove Children’s Grief Center................ 15

Departments: Calendar

Summer Happenings. ..........................

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Classifieds .................................... 14 Marketplace ................................ 14 Student Book Reviews .............. 14

on the cover : Contributing Photographers: Kim Angelo, Lynn Wood, (photo on right) Courtesy of The Morey Family Archives.

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publisher’s note I am amazed at how much of an impact Jersey Shore Family has made on the South Jersey Community! Since I took over eight months ago and after four issues . . . already we have 1,296 “likes” on Facebook. My last Facebook report said we reached over 16,000 people during the recent JSF sponsored art contest. Thank you!

If you are one of those 16,000, please drop me a line and let me know how we are doing, and feel free to give some suggestions for family-related topics of interest for future articles.

Summer has finally arrived, and we are proud to bring you everything you need to sit back and enjoy it with your family. All summer long in June, July, and August you can refer to our calendar to find something to do every weekend. For a complete daily calendar visit www.jerseyshorefamily.com and click on the calendar tab.

Austin, Alex and Dad

The classic “99 things to do this summer” will offer more ideas to take the stress out of summer planning. This updated list with both the expected and uniquely unexpected will fill your summer bucket list. Turn planning into a game by having each family member take a turn closing their eyes and pointing to an activity. That way everyone can participate in the fun!

If you like the “99 Things To Do This Summer“ feature you will LOVE a new online listing we’ve found on AtlanticShoreLiving.com.... “Family on a Budget” will offer up money-savings tips all summer long including free concerts, free activities, and a host of almost free attractions and events like $1 movie schedules, bowling specials, discount meal deals and many more low-tono-cost entertainment options in South Jersey. Bet you didn’t know you can enjoy the summer practically free... and the site promises tons of contests and giveaways all summer long. Check it out... You won’t be disappointed.

Looking for even more summer fun? We’ve been on the lookout for this season’s coolest products to help beat the heat and help take the stress out of family trips to the beach.

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Also enjoy the second part of the Summer Activity Guide which includes hints to prepare yourself and your child for sleep away camp in “Sleep Away Camp, Are You Ready for That?!”

Publisher, Pam Joseph

Father’s Day is fast approaching, so enjoy this article from a typical dad. A personal Father’s Day wish to the two best dads in the world: my dad and my husband.

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July 4th, America’s birthday, always calls for celebration! Please take advantage of this great list of July 4th events, so your family can make the most of it! We love pictures from our fans so please send us your favorite Fourth of July pic, and you will see it on the JSF website or maybe even in an upcoming issue.

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Congratulations to all the 2012 South Jersey Graduates, with a special shout out to my cousins: Ryan Leek, a graduate of Syracuse University and Morgan Taylor, an Absegami High School grad!

Copy Editor, Deborah Stefanides Writers: Rob Merlino, Michelle Errichetti,

Jersey Shore Family is a free publication with a print circulation of approximately 15,000 copies which are distributed through Atlantic County. Printed in the U.S. The publisher and advertisers will not be liable or responsible for typographical errors, omissions, misinformation, etc. contained in this publication. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for products which are in violation of the law. Comments can be received at pamela.jsf@gmail.com. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited.

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Triple Your Fun—Morey’s Piers and Beachfront Waterparks­

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See a Mermaid—Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!, located on the

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Climb 228 Steps The Absecon Lighthouse is the tallest in

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Give a Shark a Snack—A 900 gallon interactive exhibit at

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Go on a Double Date—Catch dinner and a double feature

­ Offering 3 piers packed with action and family fun including — 7 world-class roller coasters, 2 unique beachfront waterparks and family rides galore. Make Morey’s Piers your destination for summer fun. 609-522-3900 • www.MoreysPiers.com AC boardwalk had a huge collection of oddball treasures and is open daily. (609)347-2001 • www.ripleysatlanticcity.com

NJ & the country’s 3rd tallest! FREE parking, museum, exhibits, gift shop. Ask about our “Keeper Sleeper” Overnight Program, “Wacky Wednesdays” and Full Moon climbs. 31 S. Rhode Island Ave., AC. 609-449-1360 • www.abseconlighthouse.org the AC Aquarium gives visitors the opportunity to touch sharks and juvenile rays. Special feeding times 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM, daily. Limited quantities of food are sold at the gift shop for scheduled feedings. 609-484-9500 • www.oceanlifecenter.com at The Delsea Drive-In! The snack bar has an extended menu that rivals many restaurants. Check website for listings! 856-6960011 • www.delseadrive-in.com

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Hands on Fun at the Garden State Discovery Museum!

Let your imagination take flight… touch, explore, create!

Extended summer hours: $5 after 5PM. Discovery Summer theater series returns with 2 new productions! Recognized as Top 20 children’s museum in the country! 856-424-1233 • www.discoverymuseum.com

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Go on a Pirate Treasure Hunt—Visit Pirate Voyages in Ocean City

for an old fashioned pirate experience aboard the “Sea Dragon” on the Bay. Face painting, storytelling, treasure hunting & more. Daily trips, private birthday parties & private evening charters. Fun for all ages!

609-398-7555 • www.piratevoyages.com

Fly like a seagull Ocean City Parasailing Soar 500 feet above beautiful NJ beaches. 23 years of experience & 100% safety record. Take the flight of your life with our professional crew! Ages 6 and up. 609-399-3559 • www.oceancityparasail.com

Make Slime! Kidz can make slime, try out their creativity in the kitchen, paint a special keepsake, or enjoy one of the many new Summer Camp programs, walk-in arts and crafts, science and cooking workshops that are available all summer long at Kidz Creations in Ocean City.

609-399-9922 • www.kidzcreationsnj.com Go On A Cruise—Enjoy a back bay cruise, fishing trip or have dinner on board one Jessie O’s fleet. Scenic bay cruises with dinner buffet and live music are available throughout the season. 609.412.3635 • www.Jessiofishing.com Visit the Shore—The shore “Mall” that is... Home of the Jersey

Shore Children’s Museum. There is a full schedule of free entertainment throughout the summer including Friday Fun, Hamfest and expos.

Check it out on their website. 609-484-9500 •www.shoremall.com

Shop Amish Style—Experience the Amish Market at Vineland’s Landis MarketPlace. South Jersey a Unique Fresh Shopping Destination on the lower level and a diversity of local merchants on the upper level.

Whatever your flavor is, they have something for you! 856-213-6002 • www.landismarketplace.com

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Make Smores when you camp out at one of the many area campgrounds.

—The Discovery Seashell Museum of Ocean City invites you to take a picture inside the Giant Shark Jaw. Some of the world’s rarest shells, coral, shell lights, cone shells, bulk shells, seashell art - all can be found here. Customers can make their own jewelry with shells, hang out with some hermit crabs and learn about sharks, butterflies and plants. 609-398-2316 • www.shellmuseum.com

Cowboy Up—Enjoy a professional rodeo in the true tradition of the old west at Cowtown Rodeo located in Pilesgrove. Calf roping, Steer and Brahma Bull Wresting — Yipee! 856-769-3200 • www.cowtown-rodeo.com

21. Walk the plank —The AC Boardwalk holds the title of World’s Longest Boardwalk.

Street performers, famous boardwalk food and attractions along with tons of beach-side shopping accompany the beautiful ocean and beach views.

Cast Your Cares Away—Grab some Shimano or Penn fishing gear. Visit Tacle Directs huge, brand new showroom in EHT. 888-354-7335 • www.TackleDirect.com

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Hit The Beach—But first visit Ocean City’s one stop shop for EVERYTHING beach related-Island Beach Gear. Beach chairs, umbrellas, body boards, bicycles, bathing suits, cover ups, toys & more. 800-643-0474 • www.IslandBeachGear.com Give Yourself Something to Smile About—Get a brand new whiter smile

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Become a Fashion Diva—Pick up an edgy new outfit at Serenity Boutique in Absecon. The hottest fasion apparel and accessories. 609-645-1868 • facebook. com/serenityboutiquenj

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Go fly a kite Visit Air Circus on the boardwalk in OC, pick out your favorite find a park or beach and go for it!

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Climb On Up the Largest Elephant in the World—Lucy

the Elephant is now a historical landmark in Margate. Take a walk inside- www.lucytheelephant.org

Crawl Inside the Jaws of a Shark

in a spa-like atmosphere. Visit DS Dental and see results in two visits.

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Enjoy the Thunder on the AC boardwalk and beach. Don’t miss the annual AC Air Show “Thunder Over The Boardwalk” on Aug. 17. One of the very best air shows in the country, with its heart-stopping feats, aerobatics maneuvers, formation flying and solo routines by military and civilian pilots. www.AtlanticCityNJ.com

Meet Rocky Cape May County Zoo’s featured Amur Tiger Rocky is one of the most visited animals at the zoo. With nearly 550 animals, the zoo is a must see. 609-465-5271• www.capemaycountyzoo.org

Let us entertain you—The historic Landis Theater in Vineland offers musicals, national touring acts, comedy, classic movies, children’s camp, workshops and junior musicals. 856-691-1121 • www.LandisTheater.com

Share a Pie from any of the great pizza places on the boardwalks — just watch the seagulls, they like to share pie too.

Make Tracks to Morris Arboretum for fun in the Garden.

The Garden Railway is an outdoor quarter mile track with model trains, surrounded by miniature world of leaves, bark & twigs.

“Painted Ladies” theme features colorful Victorian homes like those in Cape May. 215-247-5777 • www.morrisarboretum.org

Meet me at the hop— Wildwood earned the title of the “Birthplace of Rock and Roll” when the Comets performed in 1955. Enjoy the Doo Wop Experience tour and “Back to the 50s” museum. 609-523-1958 Get Wet! Have a water balloon fight.

Row, Row, Row a Boat— Rent a canoe and spend the day at Belleplain State Forest, Woodbine.

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Save a Dolphin Visit the Marine Mammal Stranding Facility in Brigantine. www.marinemammalstrandingcenter.org • 609-266-0538

Get Rollin’ on the boardwalk in an Atlantic City Rolling Chair.

Eat a Volcano—Try the Rainforest Café’s explosive dessert. 609-345-5757 •

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Get Sand in Your Shoes No excuses, even if you’re not a beach

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Visit Alex have a drink for a great charity. Check for an Alex’s

person... get to the beach at least once.

Lemonade stand in your area. www.alexslemonade.org

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giddy up and ride! Treat your kids to horseback riding lessons and a great summer camp at Atlantic Riding Center for Health in EHT. 609-926-2233 • www.arch206.org

Take your son or daughter on a high-flying adventure they’ll never forget! Freeflight Aviation, SJ’s most family-friendly flight club, offers introductory flights and lessons for everyone in the family.

609-265-0399 • www.freeflight-aviation.com

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Send your kids to work at the Jersey Shore Children’s Museum, kids

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Dig for diamonds Tiny quartz crystals also known as “Cape May Diamonds” are tossed and polished by the tides. They can be found on beaches throughout Cape May, although it’s best to prospect for the little gems at Sunset Beach during or after a storm.

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10 and under can “work” in a Pediatric ER, TV Newsroom, or Construction Zone. 609-645-7741

Take a Walk at The Walk. The Atlantic City Tanger Outlets offer name brands at a discount.

Relive your childhood Step back in time as you walk though Storybook Land’s nursery rhyme-themed park. Timeless childhood favorites promise fun for the whole family. 609-641-7847 • www.storybookland.com

Pamper Your Pet Who will care for your pets while your family is at the shore? We feed and play with your pets & even collect the mail while you’re away! Bonded & insured. Free consultation.

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Break a leg You can’t live in South Jersey and not know at least a dozen great seafood restaurants. Try Crabby’s in Mays Landing for all you can eat specials. 609-625-2722

Go Deep sea fishing on a local charter boat. Buy a ticket on the Jessi O’ and catch the big one. 609.412.3635 • www.Jessiofishing.com

Splash Down at Splash Zone. The #1 Family-Friendly water park in Wildwood. Fully-gated with shallow water and great view of kids everywhere in the park. Check out deals online!

609-729-5600 • www.splashzonewaterpark.com

Check Out A Multi-Million Dollar Make-Over of Atlantic City’s famous Steel Pier in AC where everyone can come and play! Rides, amusement games, boardwalk food and fun. Open Monday through Friday 3pm – midnight, Saturday and Sundays noon – 1am. Virginia Ave and the Boardwalk. www.steelpier.com

Toss and Block—Toss out last year’s lotion or at least check the expiration date or you’ll wish you did. Stock up with a few new bottles just in case.

Don’t Rock the Boat Visit The SS Atlantus, a concrete ship built during WWI, just offshore at Sunset Beach in Cape May.

Celebrate with a Bang! Don’t wait until the sparklers come out. Check the handy list of Firework Displays on page 8 and get ready to enjoy the show.

Make a Difference! Volunteering is a great way to spend family time together and do something for the community. Find the opportunity that’s right for you at www.jerseycares.org.

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A Father’s Day Well Spent

by Rob Merlino

is the game at hand. Being the coach of this team at this game was one of my prouder moments, but I didn’t know it yet.

As the warm and dusty afternoon wore on, my ball players revel in the moment. I do too. I get elated when my pitcher strikes out the side, when my son bunts for a base hit, when one of his friends hits a bases clearing triple to tie the game. I feel the sense of dejection when a kid hits into a double play or gets thrown out stealing. I was as into this game as my players.

When the game ended, we were victorious. I handed out game balls to the kids, gave out some well deserved high fives, and shook the hands of other happy Little League dads. Even the losing team left the field that day with smiles on their faces. What better way to spend a late Spring Sunday than at the ball field with your friends and your dad. As a father, there is nothing like watching, and in my case, coaching, your son in a Little League All Star game.

That was five years ago. My little All Star has graduated high school and played his last high school questions, or to consign with us, call or email game. Since that Father’s Day when we played the All Star Game, I have watched him win a Babe Ruth Championship (on Father’s Day), seen him hit a home run in a high school game, and watched as he struck out 12 batters in the final game of his high school career. He still has some summer baseball to play and he’s going to play in college, but the days of me coaching his teams are over.

A funny thing happened along the way since that day. My Little Leaguer grew into a young man; a Father’s Day can be a time of reflection. For many fathers, Father’s Day means a bit of rest and relaxation. It’s a day when you are the focus of attention. Lucky dads get showered with gifts ranging from a string sculpture your 6 year old made in art class at school to a nice dinner out with a loving and thankful spouse. While that sounds idyllic, it’s not been that way for me.

I preferred to spend many Father’s Days at the baseball field. Not watching the pros, but coaching the kids. You see, in my town, Father’s Day is when we hold our Little League All Star Game.

I brought my son up through the ranks, from tee ball all the way to Little League and beyond. As a twelve year old, he was finally an All Star.

While some may think a little hammock time with a cold beer is the way to spend the day, I liked being out there with the kids, with their wide eyed enthusiasm and naive, unstained view of the world.

To a twelve year old Little League All Star, the only thing that matters

Rob Merlino is a dad, husband, teacher, coach, blogger and entrepreneur. Rob has been blogging for nearly six years on a variety of topics. He is best known as the Hotdogman who blogs about hot dogs. Rob is a prolific writer who has been published in several books, in newspapers, and on countless blogs. He has been Hot Doggin’ and Bloggin since 2004. For more info on Rob visit: www.thehotdogtruck.com ~ www.the-shark-tank.com

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As a father, there is nothing like watching, and in my case, coaching, your son in a Little League All Star game. very kind, responsible, respectful, and likable young man. When he gave his Senior year speech, he begged me and my wife to attend.

He spoke about what the game of baseball has done for him, about how it taught him sportsmanship, the value of teamwork, the importance of friendship. He told many stories of his “conquests” on the field over the years and how he will cherish those memories forever.

Near the end of his speech, my wife

turned to me and said, “honey, this speech is all about you.” She didn’t notice the lone tear trickling down my cheek.

This Father’s Day, there will be no baseball or All Star Games. We will spend the day with my parents, just hanging out and having a sumptuous mid-day meal of lobster and steamers. We may play a little whiffle ball in the yard, but I will certainly spend some time reflecting on many Fathers Days well spent.

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June 9, 11am - 5pm All Things Pirates at Tuckerton Seaport!

All day pirate event with the Valhalla Pirates. From Noon to 1:30 PM Radio Disney AM 640 will host an interactive pirate-themed activity with Jake & the Neverland Pirates. Food, Crafters, Vendors, Craft Stations, Boat Rides and much more!

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July 1 Hammonton’s Red,White and Blueberry Festival

Hammonton High School grounds, 566 Old Forks Road. Live music, kiddie rides, arts & crafts, blueberry bake-off, Classic Car Show run by Cruisin’ Classics, incredible food, and of course blueberries in every shape and form.

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June 25-29, 10am-12pm Kids Week

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Love It Forward volunteers recently visited Sunrise Nursing Home in Galloway and sang songs from the resident’s era. Sunrise residents enjoyed the performance and munched on cookies and cream puffs while they received hand massages and manicures. With smiles on their faces, residents joined in song and danced. “Our efforts were rewarded by seeing the joy we provided that particular evening,” said Janice Bucknam, Love It Forward volunteer. “For Valentine’s Day we gave small boxes of candy to people in our community who we thought would benefit from a kind gesture. When given her box of candy, a Wawa employee was brought to tears, and a woman who recently moved from Russia, speaking very little English, gave our group member a bear hug, and then accompanied us to the nursing home to “love it forward” by polishing nails. These actions are proving to be contagious, and it feels good to give of yourself and touch someone’s life. By networking and encouraging others to get involved, blessings begin to unfold.”

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There are adult camp counselors and older teen assistants that are in charge of a certain amount of children at all times. Camp administrators can tell you the ratio of supervision to children in a group when making your decision. According to statistics there are 10,000 camps in the United States, 60% are sleep away, with over 6 million kids attending each year. Really. So if your child is 8 years of age or older they may attend. But you may also want to consider other factors beside age. Has your child slept away from home without you? Has he or she spent a weekend with friends or attended a sleep-over party?

Was it a positive experience? If so, you can expect those positive away-from-home experiences to transfer to the sleep-away camp experience.

There are lots of options for sleep away camps too. Is your child an outgoing actor?

Maybe he or she is the athletic type. Or does he or she love all things scientific? How about computers? Does he or she have special medical needs? You name it; they have a camp for it! Does your child want to be close to home in New Jersey or is he or she more adventurous and want to go further away? Many even have important designated down

time for your child to just chill, recharge his or her batteries, and hang out with new-found friends. Sleep-away camps come in all shapes and sizes both big and small. Now is the time to do your research and maybe some legwork too! Lots of camps allow you to visit in person (which is a good idea to see them up and running), or invite you to check them out online. Most have brochures and pictures as well as testimonials and a gazillion programs from which your child may choose. Consider this experience your introduction to what it will be like if your child decides to go away to college. Get to your computer keyboard and make a new Favorite Page File or sharpen your pencil (do they still do that?), and get surfing!

According to veteran campers and camp Program Directors, campers can find new friends, learn new things, develop better self-esteem, social skills, develop more confidence, or just have plain fun. Most camps have all you need to know on their websites as well as stores online where you can purchase all the gear your child needs. Definitely get a stamp with your child’s name on it to put on every piece of clothing.

You can pack a survival package with your child’s favorite food, snacks, and personal items to help his or her adjustment to camp life and take a little bit of home to camp. Just ask the camp what is allowed first. Your child will need a bag or two full of his or her favorite clothes and activityappropriate shoes, not to mention some money for snacks and other small necessities. Don’t forget to pack plenty of stationery and stamped envelopes for writing home and some special family

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photos and favorite books to make them feel more at home. And talk to them about the appropriate behavior you expect of them and what behavior they should allow and not allow from others. Advise them on how they should handle any awkward or unexpected situation they might face.

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There are experts to help you make your decision easier such as The National Camp Association, spokesman Jeff Solomon (845354-5504) and author of, How To Choose A Summer Camp. Helpful information is also available at www.summercamp.org. For a comprehensive list of camps in New Jersey, go to www.state.nj.us or www.campchannel.com.

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A Southern New Jersey Resource The Alcove Center for Grieving Children and Families in Northfield is an important resource for grieving families in southern New Jersey.

Founded in 2001, The Alcove is a nonprofit organization which annually provides peer support groups for more than 350 children, teens and their caregivers after the death of a loved one. It is located at 376 Tilton Road-Rear, behind the Sunbank.

Groups meet every other week during the school year, and monthly over the summer. On meeting nights, about 40 children and caregivers have a pizza dinner and social time, then break into age-appropriate groups for an art activity and discussion time. The Alcove runs groups for ages 3-6, 7-10, 11-14 and 15 to 18.

While the kids meet, their caregivers also participate in a separate group.

Groups at the center are run by trained volunteers and overseen by social workers. In addition, The Alcove runs groups in 22 schools in high-risk, distressed communities of Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland Counties. These groups are run by a Master’s level social worker who is the agency’s School Outreach Coordinator.

Peer support is key to helping children realize they are not alone in the grieving process, and to help them become comfortable sharing their feelings about the loved one who died and their feelings of loss.

Children who participate in peer support groups after the death of a loved one have been shown in research to fare better emotionally even years after the death, compared to children who are left to cope alone. The coping skills developed in the groups, including learning how to ask for help, find others who understand, and share their feelings in a constructive way, are skills they will use throughout their lives.

To refer a family to The Alcove, call Family Intake Coordinator Sandra Purintan at (609) 484-1133. Staff at the Alcove are also available to give a presentation on The Alcove to meetings or other professionals interested in children and grief.

To learn more about The Alcove, call for materials to be sent to you, or visit the agency’s online site at: www.thealcove.org

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