OHI Announces Its Summer Hours
OHI, (Ocean Health Initiatives), a federally qualified health center, with offices in Lakewood, Toms River, Manahawkin, and Lakehurst has announced its 2015 summer hours. Beginning Monday, July 6 through Tuesday, September 8 all sites will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Late night and Saturday appointments will be available again beginning Wednesday, September 9, 2015.
OHI sites are at 101 Second Street, Lakewood; 301 Lakehurst Road, Toms River; 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin; Lakehurst Circle Center II, 686 Route 70 Lakehurst; a health center within the Clifton Avenue Elementary School, 625 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood.
For information about OHI, call 732-363-6655 or visit www.ohinj.org. For questions contact Kimberly Tozzi, Community Relations Liaison, 732-719-9016.
About Ocean Health Initiatives
OHI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) federally qualified health center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive preventative and primary health and dental care to Ocean County’s insured, uninsured and underinsured populations. A sliding-fee scale is available, based on an individual’s or family’s ability to pay. Services include pediatrics, maternal and child health, prenatal, WIC, universal immunizations, behavioral health, dental, family medicine, internal medicine, OB/GYN, podiatry and social services.
OHI has a bilingual staff available to assist patients and callers. To become a patient of OHI, call 732-363-6655. Visit www.ohinj.org for further information.
Car Show to Benefit Lakewood Museum
Lakewood Historical Society and the Lakewood Heritage Commission are holding the second annual “Sheldon Wolpin Memorial Car Show” fundraiser Sunday, July 12, 2015, from 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. at the Clarence Brown Pavilion, Pine Park, (near the Lakewood Country Club), West County Line Road Lakewood, N.J.
The pre registration car entrance fee is $12.00 and $15.00 the day of the event. The car show lineup will begin at 1:00 p.m. The proceeds of the car show will benefit the renovations of Kuser Hall, the home of the Sheldon Wolpin Lakewood Historical Museum, 500 Country Club Drive, Lakewood Pine Park, Lakewood, N.J.*
Attendees can also enjoy Oldies music by the “Oldies Maven” Jimmy Givens, the “Dr. of Musicology”; a display by the Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders; a P. B. A. Local #71 special full-sized charter bus, through Classic Tours, in memory of fallen police officers, and Local #71’s S.W.A.T. (Special Weapons and Tactics) vehicle. P. B. A. members will be selling hot dogs and hamburgers to raise money for their organization.
Registration checks should be made payable to the Lakewood Historical Society, P.O. Box 654, Lakehurst, N.J. 08733-1054. Be sure to include year, make, and model of the car. To register or for more information, contact Jimmy Givens, chairman of fundraising committee for the Lakewood Historical Society, at jimmygivens.com or call the special cruiser hotline at 732-770-7245. The rain date is Sunday, July 19.
The Lakewood Historical Society is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Visit lakewoodnjhistoricalsociety.org. Donations are always welcome.
*About Kuser Hall and the Lakewood Historical Society: Kuser Hall, a two-story, 16,000 square-foot math and science classroom building was built in 1927. It is the last remaining building of five that was once the Newman School for Boys, a private boys’ high school from 1920-1942.
The Historical Society has been renovating the building for more than two years. Renovations have included, repairing the roof, replacing more than 465 broken window panes, repairing window wells on the exterior of the building, and installing protective screening on all windows.
The first floor of Kuser Hall, now the Sheldon Wolpin Historical Museum, has been restored to include six galleries that will display some of the vast museum collection of memorabilia and artifacts. Some of the completed projects include completely renovated restrooms, a handicapped ramp, and an HVAC system.
Lakewood Township Shade Tree Commission Recognizes Arbor Day Poster Contest Winners
Lakewood Mayor Isaac Akerman and members of Lakewood’s Shade Tree Commission recently recognized the 25 winners of the 2015 Arbor Day Poster Contest, open to public school students, grades one to five.
All recipients — one first place winner, two second place winners, two third place winners, and 20 honorable mentions — received Proclamations from Lakewood Township and the New Jersey State Legislature, and two tickets to a Lakewood BlueClaws game, donated by the Lakewood BlueClaws. First, Second and Third Place award winners also received a cash prize donated by First Commerce Bank, Lakewood.
The judges evaluated the quality of the artwork submitted as well as how well the students conveyed the role trees play in the environment.
Shade Tree Commission members who presented awards to the winners were Dr. Michael F. Gross, chairman, Craig Theibault, vice chairman; and Mary Kay Malec, executive assistant. All posters were judged by the Shade Tree Commission members.
The winners:
Oak Street School
Grade1: Honorable Mention: Ashley Elias Flores, Jamie Garcia, Alisson Miranda-Alvarez
Grade 2: Honorable Mention: Brenda Mazzoco Coatl, Joanna Flores De Lossantos, Oscar Mena-Naranjo, Justin Rocha
Grade 3: Honorable Mention: Miriam Contreras-Campos, Melissa Lopez-Cisneros
Grade 4: Second Place: Jaimily Flores; Honorable Mention: Carolina Marquez, Andrea Araiza Ramirez, Daniela Tablas
Grade 5: First Place: Jayzi Gonzalez Salazar; Honorable Mention: Janet Calvario Aguilar, Aaliyah Arias, Jose Espinoza, Margarita Espinoza
Clifton Avenue School
Grade 2: Second Place: Fatima Ocana
Grade 3: Third Place: Sandra Cilia, Alondra Silva; Honorable Mention: Kevin Ortega Castro
Grade 4: Honorable Mention: Julio Rosales
Ella G. Clarke School
Grade 4: Honorable Mention: Edith Ceaca, Xiomara Rojas
Dr. Gross, a full-time administrator and biology professor at Georgian Court University (GCU) and director of the university’s arboretum, said, “The Shade Tree Commission appreciates the support shown by the Lakewood School District administration and teachers for the yearly Arbor Day Poster Contest, which we hold to raise awareness of the importance of trees among children.
“We hope that what the children learn about trees will cause them to take an interest in trees and in planting trees and preserving Lakewood’s valuable tree resource.”
Lakewood Township has been designated a Tree City for having a commitment to caring for and managing public trees, and for its annual Arbor Day programs.
Preferred Offers Job Opportunities at the Ocean County Fair
Add job opportunities to what you can find at the Ocean County Fair besides family entertainment, demonstrations, exhibits, contests, rides, a horse show, 4-H animals and shows, and commercial and food vendors!
If you are an RN, LPN, or CHHA (Certified Home Health Aide) looking for a job, Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services (PHHC), Eatontown, a company that provides home care for individuals in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, will be accepting applications for employment with its company July 8 through July 12 at the Ocean County Fair, Robert J. Miller Air Park, Route 530, Berkeley Township, N.J.
The hours of the Ocean County Fair are Wednesday and Thursday, 5:00 to 11:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; and Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission to the Fair is $7.00 for an adult; children under age 10 are free.
For more information about Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services, contact Lisa Gallicchio, director of community relations, at 732-840-5566.
About Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services:
Since 1987, Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services (PHHC), 45 Main Street, Eatontown, N.J., has provided a wide range of medical and non-medical home health care services from pediatric to geriatric care throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. PHHC is accredited by CHAP (Community Health Accreditation Program), an accrediting organization for the home health care industry.
Preferred works collaboratively with physicians, hospitals, nursing homes and facilities to ensure a smooth transition to one’s home. In-house services include skilled nursing care for infants, children, adults, and seniors; personal care services, including bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, etc.; private duty nursing services; and at-home physical therapy, among others. All of the care can be provided in-house and is coordinated by registered nurses, with clinical supervision available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Visit Preferred at PreferredCares.com for more information.
OHI Opens a Pharmacy in Its Manchester Health Center
OHI, (Ocean Health Initiatives), a federally qualified health center (FQHC), recently opened an onsite pharmacy in its Manchester Health Center, Lakehurst Circle Center II, 686 Route 70, Lakehurst, N.J. The pharmacy is OHI’s first at the Manchester site.
Because OHI is an FQHC, only OHI patients are eligible to use the pharmacy under the discounted 340B pharmacy program; however, patients from all sites can use the services. The pharmacists at Manchester are Vijay Vohra, R.Ph (Registered Pharmacist); Maritza Perez, R.Ph.; and Theresa Bello, R.Ph., pharmacist-in-charge. Pharmacy hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Dr. Theresa Berger, CEO of OHI, said, “Getting your prescription at the same time as your doctor’s visit is a luxury most people do not have. Our patients will no longer have to go to a pharmacy to get their prescriptions filled. We are thrilled to be able to offer prescription pickup after the doctor prescribes the required medication; and with our 340B pricing tier, often for a fraction of the cost of commercial pharmacy.”
“The opening of our new pharmacy will provide much needed accessibility and convenience to vital pharmaceutical services for all OHI patients. It is important to us that we are able to give our patients the best care possible. We believe that means the most all- inclusive comprehensive care, and an onsite pharmacy provides a convenience that our patients need to consistently balance their health and their busy lives,“ said Gilbert Fleischer, MD, CMO.
Dr. Berger, said, “Currently, our Manchester pharmacy is filling prescriptions for self-pay patients only; but when we are participating in additional insurance networks, we will be able to fill those prescriptions as well.”
For information about OHI, call 732-363-6655 or visit www.ohinj.org. For questions contact Kimberly Tozzi, Community Relations Liaison, 732-719-9016.
About Ocean Health Initiatives
OHI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) federally qualified health center (FQHC) with locations at 101 Second Street, Lakewood; 301 Lakehurst Road, Toms River; 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin; Lakehurst Circle Center II, 686 Route 70 Lakehurst; a health center within the Clifton Avenue Elementary School, 625 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood; and a Mobile Medical Unit.
OHI provides comprehensive preventative and primary health and dental care to Ocean County’s insured, uninsured and underinsured populations. A sliding-fee scale is available, based on an individual’s or family’s ability to pay. Services include pediatrics, maternal and child health, prenatal, WIC, universal immunizations, behavioral health, dental, family medicine, internal medicine, OB/GYN, podiatry and social services.
OHI has a bilingual staff available to assist patients and callers. To become a patient of OHI, call 732-363-6655. Visit www.ohinj.org for further information.
Visit OHI at Ocean County Park’s 75th Anniversary Celebration
Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI) will be participating in the 75th Anniversary of Ocean County Park at its recreation, education and preservation event in Ocean County Park, 700 Ocean Avenue, Lakewood, Saturday, June 27, 2015, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
The OHI Mobile Medical Unit will be on site in the parking lot toward the open field near the restroom building to provide blood pressure screenings and health educational information for attendees at no cost.
During its 75th anniversary, attendees can enjoy canoeing, kayaking, a chipping contest, horse-drawn carriage rides, sports, an historic baseball game, crafts, walks, live music and food.
This event is sponsored by the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, and the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation.
For more information about OHI’s services, contact Kim Tozzi, community relations liaison for OHI, at 732-719-9016. For more information about the 75th anniversary celebration call 1-877-627-2757.
About Ocean Health Initiatives
OHI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) federally qualified health center (FQHC) with locations at 101 Second Street, Lakewood; 301 Lakehurst Road, Toms River; 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin; Lakehurst Circle Center II, 686 Route 70 Lakehurst; a health center within the Clifton Avenue Elementary School, 625 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood; and a Mobile Medical Unit.
OHI provides comprehensive preventative and primary health and dental care to Ocean County’s insured, uninsured and underinsured populations. A sliding-fee scale is available, based on an individual’s or family’s ability to pay. Services include pediatrics, maternal and child health, prenatal, WIC, universal immunizations, behavioral health, dental, family medicine, internal medicine, OB/GYN, podiatry and social services.
OHI has a bilingual staff available to assist patients and callers. To become a patient of OHI, call 732-363-6655. Visit www.ohinj.org for further information.
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Lakewood Township Celebrates Independence Day with a Band Concert and Fireworks
Lakewood Township, N.J., will celebrate Independence Day, the birthday of the United States of America, with a fireworks and a concert on Thursday, July 2.
The All-Star Patriotic Orchestra, the municipal band conducted by Wilbur Wittemann, will begin the celebration at 7:30 p.m. at the All Wars Memorial Amphitheater near Lake Carasaljo, off Route 9. Fireworks will be held over the Lake at 9:15 p.m. and can be viewed either from North or South Lake Drive.
Free shuttle busses will be available from the Municipal Building, 231 Third Street, and the parking lot of Public Works, One American Avenue, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
July 4 marks the signing of the Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776. It was the approval of the Declaration that began the separation of the 13 colonies from Great Britain, and eventually led to America’s freedom from Great Britain. Traditionally, this strictly American holiday is celebrated by displaying the American flag, and having patriotic parades, concerts, fireworks, picnics, and barbecues throughout the United States.
For further information, call the Lakewood Recreation office at 732-905-3405, Ext. 6017 or visit www.lakewoodnj.gov.
Business Association Raises $20,000+ at Charity Golf Outing Chaired by Attorney Robert C. Novy
The Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) raised $20,087 for the charity, almost double from what was raised last year, at its Marty Aronow CAREing for Children Golf Classic, held recently at the Pine Barrens Country Club, Jackson.
The golf outing was renamed the Marty Aronow CAREing for Children Golf Classic in honor of past OCBA president Marty Aronow, who passed away last year. It was Marty Aronow who was the driving force in establishing this golf outing as a fundraiser for CAREing for Children, a 501(c)3 charity OCBA has supported since 2001, that provides needy families with food and holiday gifts for their children.
Robert C. Novy, Brick, the managing partner of the law firm Novy & Associates, Manchester, who chaired the event, said, “In just six short months, most families will be celebrating the holidays; however, there are families who can’t afford to. The money we raised will help needy children and families to celebrate the holidays with food and toys.”
Last year, OCBA members personally donated more than $6,000 to purchase food boxes and hundreds of toys at trade shows and other venues. The toys were given to organizations, including the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department; State of New Jersey, Department of Children, DYFS of Toms River and Lakewood; The Hope Center, Toms River; Providence House; Seaside Heights Police Department, Ocean Inc. of Barnegat and Toms River; St. Joseph’s Church, Toms River; Morning Star Presbyterian Church, Bayville, and the Lakehurst Police Department.
Major sponsors included RAM Law Firm; Atlantic Design & Printing, Toms River; FWH Associates, Toms River; and Dr. Chet Chianese, DDS, Toms River. Novy & Associates attorney Jason L. Wyatt and Jake Mason, director of marketing for the firm, served on the golf committee.
National Mosquito Control Awareness Week 2015
They bite, they carry deadly diseases, and most of us hate them! But mosquitoes don’t just make you itch. Because they infect people, pets, and livestock with serious deadly diseases, such as malaria, dengue fever, West Nile Virus, chikungunya, and yellow fever, mosquitoes are often said to be the deadliest insect on earth.
This year National Mosquito Control Awareness Week is June 21 to June 27, 2015. The American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA), an international organization of nearly 2,000 public health professionals dedicated to preserving the public’s health and well-being through safe, environmentally sound mosquito control programs, was established in 1935 to educate the general public about the significance of mosquitoes and the important service provided by mosquito control workers.
Marsha Luna-Grover, a licensed owner of The Mosquito Authority, #1198, a Brick-based mosquito-repellant service for Ocean and Monmouth counties, provides information on how to minimize mosquito egg-laying sites or breeding grounds around home, identifies trouble areas, and sprays outdoor spaces so people can enjoy picnics, pool parties, barbecues, and other outdoor activities.
Lunar-Grover explains, “Mosquitoes don’t breed in shrubs; they breed in standing water. Check your gutters for any clogs and debris to eliminate standing water. Kids’ toys may gather water after rainfall so turn them over. Also change bird baths every seven days. Mosquitoes typically enjoy resting in moist shaded areas so we recommend maintaining shrubs, keeping the lawn trimmed, and removing any leaves left behind from fall and winter months. These are just a few of the helpful tips that homeowners can do to help alleviate mosquito breeding grounds and habitats.”
The Mosquito Authority suggests spraying every 21 days. “Once we spray,” Luna-Grover says, “you don’t have to slather yourself in mosquito-repellent products. You don’t have to use citronella. You just go outdoors and enjoy your backyard.”
According to the AMCA, “Bug zappers are useless against mosquitoes. Studies have shown that less than one percent of the insects killed by zappers are mosquitoes or other biting insects. The devices attract and kill beneficial or harmless insects, like moths, and have no effect on the overall mosquito population. Electronic repellers have also proven ineffective in scientific testing.”*
For more information, contact Marsha Luna-Grover, The Mosquito Authority, Brick, at 732-998-5019 or Marsha@bugsbite.com or visit www.BugsBite.com
*Sources: The American Mosquito Control Association; the U.S. Centers for Disease Control; the U.S. Department of Agriculture; and, entomology and agriculture departments at the University of California – Davis, Colorado State University, Rutgers University, University of Nebraska, and the University of Florida.
OHI to Host Event in Recognition of National Men’s Health
OHI, (Ocean Health Initiatives), a federally qualified health center, is promoting National Men’s Health Week, at its Lakewood site, 101 Second Street, Thursday, June 25, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with free HIV testing, blood pressure screenings, glucose testing, a men’s health-themed gym bag door prize, and informational flyers. Horizon NJ will provide skin-screening testing.
Men are encouraged to visit OHI’s tent and its MMU (Mobile Medical Unit) for these free screenings to heighten awareness about preventable health problems, and to encourage the early detection and treatment of diseases among men and boys through medical screenings.
For information about OHI, call 732-363-6655 or visit www.ohinj.org. For questions about the Men’s Health Week event, contact Sasha Andino, Outreach/Enrollment Associate, 732-363-6655 Ext.8366
Men’s Health Week (June 15 -21, 2015) is celebrated each year for a week leading up to and including Father’s Day. Visit National Men’s Health Week (http://www.menshealthmonth.org/week/index.html) for more information.
About Ocean Health Initiatives
OHI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) federally qualified health center (FQHC) with locations at 101 Second Street, Lakewood; 301 Lakehurst Road, Toms River; 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin; Lakehurst Circle Center II, 686 Route 70 Lakehurst; a health center within the Clifton Avenue Elementary School, 625 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood; and a Mobile Medical Unit.
OHI provides comprehensive preventative and primary health and dental care to Ocean County’s insured, uninsured and underinsured populations. A sliding-fee scale is available, based on an individual’s or family’s ability to pay. Services include pediatrics, maternal and child health, prenatal, WIC, universal immunizations, behavioral health, dental, family medicine, internal medicine, OB/GYN, podiatry and social services.
OHI has a bilingual staff available to assist patients and callers. To become a patient of OHI, call 732-363-6655. Visit www.ohinj.org for further information.