End Poverty in Essex County, One Family at a Time
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I am excited to share a high impact volunteer opportunity that?kicks off in?February.
Economic disparities are striking in Essex County.? Nearly one in five children in our county live in poverty.? We've all contributed to various drives or volunteered at food banks, which do make a difference, but fall far short of?helping families achieve lasting economic self-sufficiency.
A program called??run by the Montclair-based nonprofit Family Promise of Essex offers a radical new approach.? The program provides a 3 month training program followed by an 18 month period of intentional relationship building across income lines.? "Allies" walk alongside "Leaders" as they work to overcome poverty.? This is a tested model?that?has been used for over 25 years in Circles programs across the US. On average, participants increase their income by 75%.
I was part of the very first Circles cohort in Essex County where I was matched with three other Allies and a struggling single?mom of three.? Ultimately, our Circle Leader was able to get job?training, embark on a new career, get her kids in better schools, and find more stable and affordable housing.? I came away with my eyes opened to the many obstacles she was up against and so impressed by her tenacity to?create a better life for her kids.
If you are interested in being part of the 2nd??cohort, please reach out to Circles Program Coordinator, Gabe Sahyoun at? gabriel@....? There are additional volunteer opportunities available beyond the Ally role.
Regards, Mitali
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Looking for a recommendation for a service or an individual to help a family member recover at home with herniated disc and sciatic pain. This person would help with recovery. Please respond privately. Thank you.?
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IKEA Delivery Mistake - Free bookcases
I ordered this bookcase from IKEA.? The order came yesterday in?two heavy?boxes.? Each box has the bookcase sides and shelves but is missing the backs. IKEA will resend the correct items to me but will not take away the already delivered items. IKEA says it is not worth the cost to them to pick up the returned items and that I can keep them. So if anyone wants these let me know.? I am not sure if IKEA sells the backs separately. A handy person could perhaps make the backs or use the shelving without the back. Be creative!?
Please contact me if you want these. I hate to waste stuff.?
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Car Ski Rack ?Best offer 
Peter W Tschudy. Builder,?Cabinet Maker, General Contracting
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We repeat, personal replies should be sent directly to the OP (original poster), NOT the full group.
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Thanks
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Loving, sweet, intelligent, lively 4 year old pup needs rehoming.
A very special, intelligent, loving 4 year old medium size(45 lbs of pure sweetness) mix needs a new home. Coming from a kind family, that gave him lots of walks, great care & TLC!
He is an ¡®Angel¡¯ that will add so much joy, lively energy & spirit to the lucky family that adopts him.
Teresa
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One Ticket Available to David Gray: Past & Present Tour Concert, Wednesday, January 29th, Red Bank
Admin: as with all for sale items and personal requests, reply directly, OFF group. See the pinned post for more information.
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I have one ticket available to the the David Gray: Past & Present Tour Concert on Wednesday, January 29th, 7:30pm at the Count Basie Center in Red Bank. Ticket is in the Loge Section, Row B.?
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Price is $100 or best offer, available to transfer digitally.?
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All the best,
Evan Michelson
evan.michelson@...
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Hi, All:? ?Looking for a reliable person to do snow removal going forward.? We live on the Fairfield/Little Falls border.? ? We are in our seventies, and it has become impossible for us to shovel.? Thanks so much for any recommendations.??
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WALKING stick (collapsible)
I am using crutches and they are too hard to navigate with injury.
A work in progress.
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Needed: Aide for local senior on Saturday mornings
We are looking for a aide for my 90-year old (!) mother in law, who lives in Nutley, on Saturday mornings from about 8:00 - 10:00 (times are a little bit flexible). She has a weekday morning aid but needs someone just for Saturdays. Responsibilities could include helping her get dressed, making coffee, making sure her medications are organized, loading the dishwasher, bringing up laundry from the basement, running a quick errand in town, etc. If you or someone you know might be interested, please email me directly.
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FREE Organic Natural/Non-Chemical Rug
Free Organic Natural/No VOC approximately 12¡¯x14¡¯ rug. Rolled & taped. Ready for easy transport. (Minor wear.)
Thank you! Teresa
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Re: Medicare Advisor Needed
Brittany Bynum State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Coordinator for Essex County ? 570 W. Mt. Pleasant Ave., Suite 104 Livingston, NJ 07039 P:?(973) 637-1764 F:?(973) 765-0195 bbynum@... ?
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Re: Medicare Advisor Needed
A few months ago a woman gave an excellent presentation about Medicare options at the Library for the MILL.?? She was very knowledgeable and helpful. I'm not sure if I can still find her contact info, but if you are still looking for advice I can try to get it from someone. Or you might ask MPL adult services. ? JD ?
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Re: MATH TUTOR FOR 8TH GRADERS
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I¡¯ve been teaching and tutoring math for over 30 years. I¡¯d be happy to help! Please feel free to text me at: 832-797-0459. Thank you. Rachel Mason
On Wed, Jan 15, 2025 at 3:16?PM Camilla Seth via <camilla.seth= [email protected]> wrote: My daughter is a math major at Carnegie mellon and tutors a lot via zoom locally.? She can do this. Please write to me directly for her contact.? Camilla On Jan 15, 2025, at 1:22 PM, Oksana Shevchuk via <oxanashevchuk=[email protected]> wrote:
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Ashton Cooper is an amazing math tutor! (347) 387-0718 On Jan 15, 2025, at 07:55, George Simpson via <georgecs24601=[email protected]> wrote:
? I need to find a math tutor for my boys currently in 8th grade to help them prep for the midterms. They're both usually good in math, just struggling with slopes at the moment. 2 or 3 sessions should cover it. $50/hr. Thanks.
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Re: Medicare Advisor Needed
Wendy Sabin?@ might be able to help
Looking for a medicare advisor (or broker, if that's what they are called) to review my options before signing up. Prefer a woman. Does anyone have a good experience/recommendation?
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For sale $200: Virtually brand-new power lift recliner
For sale: Asking $200 for virtually brand-new Power Lift Recliner chair from Bob's Discount Furniture.? Ranger model, color brown .? Comes with 5-year Bob's warranty expiring on 11/30/29. Vibrate and heat functions. Paid $699 for chair plus $100 warranty.? The chair works perfectly but doesn't meet our needs. Must pick up from our home in Montclair.?
Call Ted Dupont at 973-783-0612
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Re: Medicare Advisor Needed
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We have used Rhonda Peters, local in Montclair. She represents 7 organizations which offer 55 plans in our area. Her number is (973) 509-9743, email rhonda.peters@.... I have recommended her to friends who have used her for Medicare sign-up.
On 01/15/2025 1:07 PM EST srubis via groups.io <srubis@...> wrote:
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Looking for a medicare advisor (or broker, if that's what they are called) to review my options before signing up. Prefer a woman. Does anyone have a good experience/recommendation?
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Re: Medicare Advisor Needed
A good resource is SHIP -The State Health Insurance Assistance Program, that provides free help regarding Medicare benefits, policies etc. , using trained volunteer counselors.? ?The program is part of the NJ?Dept. of Human Services.? ?I used the service when I was signing up for Medicare and found it to be very helpful in explaining the process,?and options.? In addition to explaining how the system works and the various options, my counselor walked me through the process of signing up, as I was on the Medicare site.? The? counselors don't endorse any specific? company or plan, but provide info to assist in making your own decisions. ? For more info:? ,? ?800-792-8820 (NJ #), 973-637-1717 (Essex Co. #)
Good luck!
Looking for a medicare advisor (or broker, if that's what they are called) to review my options before signing up. Prefer a woman. Does anyone have a good experience/recommendation?
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Re: Medicare Advisor Needed
I had great experiences with United Medicare Advisors. I was helped by two different guys named Luke -- Luke Gysel and Luke Siler. You can probably request a woman if you call the main number.?
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JEFFREY DIMMERMAN
