Local Man Produces Documentary about Roman Jewish Experience during Nazi Occupation of Rome
Joel Markel, the executive producer and founder of Ottimo Films, has created Oro Macht Frei (Gold Will Set You Free), a 70-minute documentary that tells the story of the Roman Jewish experience during the Nazi occupation of Rome, September 1943 through June 1944. The film seeks to bring the viewer into a personal and relatable reflection of the Holocaust in Italy by weaving testimony from Roman Jews who lived there with historical research of Susan Zuccotti, Alexander Stille, and Liliana Picciotto.
Oro Macht Frei will have its premiere October 14 in Rome at the Teatro Vittoria, marking the 70th anniversary of important turning points in the Italian theater of World War II and the advent of the Holocaust in Italy. The premiere was hosted by ANED (the National Association for Ex-Deportees to the Nazi Concentration Camps) and received the patronage of the City of Rome, the Region of Lazio, the Roman Jewish Community and the Union of Italian Jewish Communities.
Joel Markel, the son of an Hungarian Auschwitz survivor, has long desired to contribute to the field of Holocaust memory to honor the experience of his mother and the millions of victims of the Jewish genocide. In 2004, during a tour of the Roman Ghetto, Markel first heard the story of Kappler’s Gold Extortion (See below).
He immediately felt connected to this story because for generations his family had worked as jewelers. Joel wanted to bring this story to an American audience not only because it is interesting in itself, but because it deals with a community that is small enough to be able to comprehend, and to give names and faces to the reality of the millions of people lost or forever affected by the nightmare of the Holocaust. It is a story, he believes, in which one can recognize oneself and one’s own family. Joel continues to support the film financially and through his vision.
Besides Executive Producer Joel Markel, Jeff Bonna, producer, and Catherine Campbell, editor, helped create and produce this documentary. For more information, to view the extended trailer, or make a donation, visit www.ottimofilms.net.
The Story of Oro Macht Frei (OMF):
On September 26, 1943, only two and a half weeks into the German occupation of Rome, the head of the SS Herbert Kappler called the two leaders of the Roman Jewish community into his office and demanded that they produce 50 kilos of gold within 36 hours or he would deport 200 Jewish heads of family.
Over a feverish day and a half, this already poor, working class community whose poverty had only deepened over the five years of Italian racial laws and the deprivations of war itself managed to come up with the 50 kilos of gold in an effort to save each other.
OMF reveals the sad delusion of security that Kappler’s gold extortion produced in the minds of the community who, believing they had paid their ransom and would be left alone, did not go into hiding.
Two and a half weeks after turning over the gold, on October 16 the Nazis conducted the first and largest round-up of Italian Jews, finding many of them in their homes in the old Jewish ghetto. After being held for two days in a military school, 1,023 Roman Jews were deported to Auschwitz; only 16 from this round-up would return home at the end of the war. Those who escaped arrest managed to hide through the help of non-Jewish friends and neighbors, in their own workshops or in Church institutions.
Until the liberation of Rome on June 4, 1944, arrest and deportations of Roman Jews continued through a systematic manhunt (per Italian police edict), which included a cash reward for offering information that led to the capture and arrest of any Jews throughout occupied central and northern Italy.
In addition to sharing testimony of hiding and arrest, OMF treats of the controversial stance of the Vatican which did not speak out or stop the deportation of the Roman Jews; however, whether through its aegis or through the initiative of individual convents and monasteries, managed to provide hiding for thousands of Jews and other refugees in Church institutions throughout the city.
What was the Pope’s position during the Nazi Occupation and how did his “silence” effect the lives of the Roman Jews in particular? To answer these questions, OMF draws on several well-known and diverse voices from the on-going debate over Pope Pius XII’s motivations to save as many Jews as possible versus his motivations to save the institution of the Church, as well as the personal reflections of the Roman Jews themselves.
About Joel Markel: Joel Markel is the founder and president of Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services (PHHC), Eatontown, a company that provides a wide range of medical and non-medical home health care services from pediatric to geriatric care throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He and his wife Stephanie recently received a recognition award for their long-term commitment to the Homeless Health Initiative (HHI), a volunteer outreach program run by Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). PHHC provides home care for individuals in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Jersey Shore Big Wave Awards – Six to Be Honored Who Helped Keep Us Strong
The public is invited to join the Jersey Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau in honoring six outstanding New Jersey citizens at the Jersey Shore Big Wave award ceremony, October 16, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the PNC Arts Reception Center, Exit 16 off the Garden State Parkway, Holmdel, N.J. 07733.
The honorees and their awards include Harry D. Eichhorn, Lifetime Achievement Award, given to the person who has had an immense impact on tourism; Marilou Halvorsen, Anchor Award, for “honoring a force for positive change and an asset to the Jersey Shore community”; Honorable Matthew Doherty, Mayor of Belmar, Rising Tide Award, which honors an organization or individual who has made an exceptional impact on tourism in a short time; Captain Lance and Christina Chambeau, the River Lady Dinner Cruises, Jersey Shore Icon Award, which honors an individual or organization that embodies the essence of the Jersey Shore; Mary Pat Christie, New Jersey Heroes, Spirit of the Shore Award, which honors an individual whose service and commitment to the Jersey Shore goes above and beyond the call of duty; and Thomas Donovan and the Asbury Park Press, Stronger Than the Storm Award, honoring a company or individual who went above and beyond for the community during Super Storm Sandy.
Robert Hilton, executive director of the Jersey Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau said, “Since we are approaching the one year anniversary of Super Storm Sandy, we are especially excited about this year’s event as we celebrate the resurgence of the tourism business at the Jersey Shore.”
Margot MacPherson and Xplosive Entertainment will be providing the sound, music, and fun photo booth.
Tickets cost $85.00 a person and include a cocktail hour from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., dinner, and a cash bar. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.visitthejerseyshore.com/about/big-wave-awards or send a check to JSCVB, 57 South Main St., Suite 361, Neptune, NJ 07756. To guarantee seating, checks must be postmarked by October 8. Include name(s), number of guests, address, and any seating preferences. For more information, call 732-244-9283.
The Next Gold Ring for HR – Hiring the “Differently Abled”
Individuals with disabilities often have traits valued by employers, such as a strong work ethic, dependability, responsibility, positive attitude, honesty, integrity, motivation, and loyalty. The benefits of neurological diversity, as it is called, is being recognized by Costco, IBM, Walgreens, Freddie Mac, SAP, Papa John’s, Silicon Valley Technology Giants, and more.
From the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act t*o the most recent Section 503 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act changes, Human Resource professionals have an opportunity to help guide programs that service adolescents who are differently abled.
Dr. Alan Fazzari, a member of Jersey Shore Association of Human Resources (JSAHR), will present The Next Gold Ring for Human Resources: A Generation of Differently Abled Individuals Coming of Age Thursday, October 10, 2013, at the monthly meeting of The Jersey Shore Association for Human Resources (JSAHR), a Silver Excel award winner of SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., Jumping Brook Country Club, 210 Jumping Brook Road, Neptune, N.J.
Dr. Fazzari will discuss the myths surrounding hiring those who are differently abled. He will also familiarize HR professionals with Section 503 of the 1973 Rehab Act and explain how to prepare these employees by using expert resources and programs.
The registration fee, including a full buffet breakfast, is $30.00 for JSAHR members; $40.00 for nonmembers; $25.00 for those in-transition, and $10.00 for full-time students. This program is pending HRCI credits. To register, call Kathi Evans, JSAHR administrator, at 732-270-5204 email jsahr.shrm@gmail.com.
About Dr. Alan Fazzari: Alan Fazzari, PhD has held various positions over 35 years, including vice president of People Services/Quality/Six Sigma and Technology. Presently, Dr. Fazzari is teaching at Kean University, an adjunct at Monmouth University, and is assisting the Adult Program of The Children’s Center of Monmouth County. SHRM, its chapters, and several other local and state-wide associations have awarded him and his teams: Best Practices in Human Resources, Most Creative and Innovative Programs, Economic Development, Employee Development and Training, and Employer of the Year. He was also the runner up in SHRM’s Human Capital Business Leader of the Year award for his work leading cross functional teams in a Six Sigma initiative that netted millions of dollars in process, product development, and productivity savings.
Southern Monmouth Chamber to Honor 2013 Golden Osprey Award Winners
The Southern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce (SMCC) will be honoring its most outstanding citizens and businesses at the 28th Annual 2013 Golden Osprey Awards gala, Thursday, October 17, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Jumping Brook Country Club, 210 Jumping Brook Road, Neptune, N.J.
Tickets cost $75.00 each and include a one-hour open bar, hors d’oeuvres, a buffet dinner, dessert and coffee. To register or for questions, call 732-280-8800. Ad journal ($75.00 to $400.00) and sponsorship ($250 to $1,500.00) opportunities are still available. The Jazz Syndicate will provide the music and All Is Sharp Photography is the official photographer.
The Golden Osprey Awards will recognize Optimum Health Chiropractic, Manasquan, and Mr. Shrimp Seafood, Belmar, for Business Excellence; Wall Township Education Association and Garrow Family Chiropractic for Outstanding Community Service; Dana Gangemi of WayComm Consulting and Allison Wilson of OceanFirst Bank for Outstanding Chamber Service; and Tyler Connellan of St. Rose High School, Belmar, and Jeremy Kuper of Manasquan High School for the Aspiring Youth Award, an award given to a student who excels in academics AND is involved in school and community service.
Evelyn Mars, executive director of the SMCC, said, “Our chamber is so honored to have people in our community who work selflessly to help others. They give and give from their hearts and they deserve to be recognized for their excellence in business, the chamber, and the community for their dedication to others.”
The sponsors of the 2013 Golden Osprey Awards to date include The UPS Store, Printing Sponsor; and OceanFirst Bank, Gold Sponsor.
Business Excellence Award for outstanding business practices and contributions to the community:
1. In the aftermath of Super Storm Sandy, Dr. Veera Gupta and her associate Dr. John Volpe of Optimum Health Chiropractic offered complimentary adjustments to anyone who had lost his or her home. The practice also donated $5,000.00 to the Belmar First Aid Squad. Dr. Veera Gupta, who opened this practice in 2007, volunteers in Bolivia and Honduras, donating chiropractic care to needy people there. She is the chiropractor for a semi-pro football team. This past August Dr. Gupta was the Medical Director for the Stand-Up Paddle around Manhattan and the Chiropractor for Surfer’s Healing.
2. Vincent Petruzziello, the owner/operator of Mr. Shrimp Seafood Restaurant and Market, Belmar, was born and raised in New Jersey and graduated from Wall High School (’90). Petruzziello ardently supports charities that fund cancer research in memory of his former partner and friend Larry Leming. He also hosts and contributes to membership drives, general meetings, and chamber events for the Southern Monmouth and Belmar chambers.
Outstanding Community Service Award
1. The Wall Township Education Association (WTEA) is actively involved in the community, giving either financial assistance or personal help though numerous projects, such as Project Graduation, the Wall Fair, and the Wall PBA Pignic (sic). The WTEA held fundraisers and participated in local events to help Super Storm Sandy residents who suffered tremendous losses. WTEA members sold tee-shirts, held charity basketball games, and also joined in Camp Zehnder’s YMCA project to build a playground in a day
2. Dr. Tony Garrow, Wall H.S. (’91), is the owner of Garrow Family Chiropractic and the Jersey Shore Wellness Center, and the Massage Club of Wall. He co-founded the Jersey Shore Health Alliance, the Wall Township Chamber, and an annual blood drive. He holds many toy and food drives, donates free massages during times of crisis and for charitable events, and provides free care to any veterans from recent wars. He is most known for his participation with the Wall Township Alliance and for co-founding Kids Day America, Wall, an event that focuses on helping parents and children learn about health and safety, drug prevention, and environmental awareness in a fun and entertaining way.
Outstanding Chamber Service Award
1. Dana Gangemi, VP of WayComm Consulting, an independent technology consulting firm, Sea Girt, has been an active member of the SMCC since 2004, serving first on the membership committee; then treasurer (2007) and president (2008;2009) of the chamber board of directors; chair of the Ambassador’s Committee, and co-chair of Women in Business Council. Gangemi initiated annual softball game, new member welcome parties, the SMCC Coffee Connector, and designed the logo and marketing strategy for weekly events.
2. Allison Wilson, a Small Business Liaison Officer at OceanFirst Bank, Monmouth County, has served as secretary of the SMCC since 2009, having been a board member since 2008.She supports the Chamber, donating her time, gaining sponsorships for events, and being a strong presence at functions.
Aspiring Youth Award
1. Tyler Connellan, a senior at St. Rose High School, Belmar, initiated and developed programs called “Cheer Up with Make-Up and “Cheer Up with a Clean-Up” at Jersey Shore University Medical Center where she has volunteered since 2010. She visits the hospital’s pediatric unit as a volunteer and pampers little patients with manicures, makeup and freshening toiletries, cheering up hundreds of pediatric patients.
Tyler was inspired by her own experience in first grade when Tyler’s mom painted her nails, combed her hair, and pampered her after surgery and a stay at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. In lieu of gifts at her “Sweet 16” party, Tyler requested donations of nail polish, lipstick, combs, mouthwash, toiletries and gift cards to start the program. She used these items to make goody bags and has distributed over 500 goody bags to date. Tyler’s programs “Cheer Up with Make-Up” and “Cheer Up with a Clean-Up” is now being adopted by Monmouth Medical Center with students from Red Bank High School.
Besides volunteering at the hospital and being a member of the Saint Rose Cheerleading and Competition teams, Tyler serves as a Saint Rose Ambassador, is a member of the Helping Hands Key Club, is a member of the Belrose Yearbook staff, serves as a homeroom representative, is a member of the art club, and is one of only ten seniors to be chosen as a Kairos leader.
Tyler was a first place Science Fair winner in Anatomy and Physiology, has received two Presidential Service Awards and was selected by the Sea Girt Woman’s Club to attend the Girls’ Career Institute this past June at Rutgers University.
2. Jeremy Kuper has worked hard all his life to overcome dyslexia and achieve the same academic levels as his classmates. He credits the Cub Scouts with first teaching him how to become a model citizen. At Manasquan High School (MHS), Jeremy is a member of six school organizations, including the Student Council, Environmental Club, Key Club, Drama Club, French Club, Squan-a-thon, soccer, and lacrosse. By his senior year, he was elected president of Student Council, president of Environment Club, captain of the varsity soccer and lacrosse teams. Having graduated with honors from MHS, he will attend The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), majoring in International Studies. At TCNJ, Jeremy will be a member of the Princeton University Army ROTC program, hoping to serve his country in the army as a surgeon.
Local Man Launches Sandy Hook Iced Tea
For Matthew Brescia, Highlands, Sandy Hook and Super Storm Sandy became a “lost and found” experience. Brescia lost his home in the storm, but he also “found” something that may help pay his bills.
While Brescia was living at Sandy Hook, N.J., where he has worked for the National Park Service since 1999, Brescia created the Sandy Hook Iced Tea, a drink that is 5 percent alcohol by volume with a blend of malt, green tea, and natural fruit juices with no preservatives.
Brescia said, “At the time my friend and I had a chuckle once we realized the acronym the name formed. We thought it would be a million dollar idea if anybody every moved on with it!”
Friday, October 4 is the official local launch of Sandy Hook Iced Tea at the newly renovated Claddagh Irish Pub, 297 Bay Avenue, Highlands 07716, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. To celebrate the launch, everyone can taste Sandy Hook Iced Tea; enjoy live bands and beer cocktails; play Cornhole, a bean bag toss game; and win prizes.
Andrea Guttadauro, an account executive with Greater Media radio station 95.9 the WRAT, said, “We at the WRAT are looking forward to celebrating Brescia’s achievement at the Sandy Hook Iced Tea launch. We will be giving out prizes and sponsoring games.”
Besides Claddagh, Sandy Hook Iced Tea is available at Off the Hook, The Chubby Pickle, and Andy’s Shore Bar, all in the Highlands. Brescia said, “I really want to try to bring some business and recognition to Highlands. Very soon we will be looking to branch out much further.”
For now, Minhas Craft Brewery, Monroe, Wisconsin, is putting Sandy Hook Iced Tea in cans but Brescia would like to have his concoction brewed in New Jersey “where it belongs.”
Although Sandy Hook Iced Tea is only available in cans, Brescia is looking into offering his brew in bottles and kegs by next summer. He has a few other recipes in mind for the future.
“Ultimately, I would love to open a brewery at one of the abandoned buildings on Sandy Hook. There are a lot of things that would have to happen to make that a possibility, but I think it would be a great asset and attraction to the Park.”
For more information, visit sandyhookicedtea.com.
OHI Provides Immunizations for Rural Health Week
Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI), a federally qualified health center (FQHC) with locations in Lakewood, Toms River, and Manahawkin is providing adolescent immunizations on September 24 and September 26 as part of National Rural Health Week.
The pediatrics department of OHI will contact the parents of adolescents who need immunizations and
will be administering vaccines on Tuesday, September 24 in Lakewood, 101 Second Street; and Thursday, September 26 in Toms River, 301 Lakehurst Road, from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Rural Health Week was established in part to foster available and accessible health services for the growing percentages of underinsured citizens.
About Ocean Health Initiatives
OHI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) federally qualified health center (FQHC) with locations at 101 Second Street, Lakewood; and 301 Lakehurst Road, Toms River; and 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin; and in the Clifton Avenue Elementary School, 625 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood; and the Mobile Medical Unit outside the George J. Mitchell Elementary School, 950 N. Green Street, Little Egg Harbor.
OHI provides comprehensive preventative and primary health and dental care to Ocean County uninsured and underinsured populations on a sliding-fee scale, 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 a representative in the Call Center at either 732-552-0377, Toms River, or 732-363-6655, Lakewood. Visit www.ohinj.org. for further information.
OHI Sponsors Blood Drive This Friday
OHI (Ocean Health Initiatives), a federally qualified health care center, with locations in Lakewood, Toms River, and Manahawkin, is sponsoring a Blood Drive at 101 Second Street, Lakewood, Friday, September 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to benefit the Central Jersey Blood Center.
Donors should drink water before donating blood. Donors must present a signature ID, be healthy, weigh at least 120 pounds, and have parental consent if 16 years of age.
Donors do not have to make an appointment, but scheduling a donation time would help. To make an appointment or for more information, contact Carmen at 732-263-6655 Ext. 8363 or visit www.cjbcblood.org and click on “Donate Now.”
About Ocean Health Initiatives
OHI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) federally qualified health center (FQHC) with locations at 101 Second Street, Lakewood; and 301 Lakehurst Road, Toms River; and 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin; and in the Clifton Avenue Elementary School, 625 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood; and the Mobile Medical Unit outside the George J. Mitchell Elementary School, 950 N. Green Street, Little Egg Harbor.
OHI provides comprehensive preventative and primary health and dental care to Ocean County uninsured and underinsured populations on a sliding-fee scale, 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 a representative in the Call Center at either 732-552-0377, Toms River, or 732-363-6655, Lakewood. Visit www.ohinj.org. for further information.
Dr. Ron Rotem Inducted as an Honorary Commander in Ocean County
The Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) leadership recently inducted Toms River dentist Dr. Ronen Rotem into the 87th Dental Squadron, an honorary command program, which recognizes him as a community leader in Ocean County.
A total of 94 honorary commanders from Burlington and Ocean County were inducted into the extended family of JB MDL and will serve a year-long term as honorary commanders. This position which provides commanders with an opportunity to engage and educate community leaders on the “warfighting” missions based out of JB MDL, also fosters strong community relationships and positive community and base interaction.
Additionally, the program encourages an exchange of ideas, experiences and friendships between key leaders of the surrounding communities and JB MDL personnel who live, work and train at America’s premier joint warfighting base.
Janett Rotem, Dr. Rotem’s wife, is a retired Master Sergeant from the Air National Guard.
About Dr. Rotem: Dr. Rotem, with offices at 355 Lakehurst Road, Toms River, was graduated from NYU College of Dentistry in 1991. His practice focuses on cosmetic dentistry and conscious sedation. Dr. Rotem belongs to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is affiliated with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, NJ Chapter of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation, the International College of Cranial Mandibular Orthopedics, the American Dental Association, the New Jersey Dental Association, Monmouth/Ocean Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Rotem is an active member of the Crown Council. He is also a member of the Jersey Shore Business Network, Toms River.
About Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst is America’s Premier Joint Warfighting Base. It borders two of the largest counties in New Jersey, Ocean and Burlington. The base is the second largest employer in the State of New Jersey and contributes more than $3 billion in payroll to the economy. Active-duty, reserve and guard service members from the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Coast Guard ensure total force integration by training, supporting and sustaining installation and global contingency operations. Together, we are uniquely capable of projecting air, land and sea power in support of our nation’s defense.
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Health Exchange Marketplace Open for Ocean County
OHI (Ocean Health Initiatives), a federally qualified health care center, with locations in Lakewood, Toms River, and Manahawkin, has established a Health Exchange Marketplace Department to assist the public in understanding information about affordable health insurance coverage in advance of the Affordable Care Act, which begins on January 1, 2014.
The department is now made up of Beatriz C. Patino, Brick, the coordinator of the Health Exchange Marketplace, and Carmen E. Lopez, Neptune City, an associate, who will also answer questions and explain any changes. Additionally, they will help individuals sign up for health insurances during the open enrollment period, October through March, and determine what plans would be best for individual situations.
Both Patino and Lopez, who are bilingual, can be reached in the Health Exchange Marketplace Department, Lakewood, at 732-363-6655. They will also assist the public at Toms River and Manahawkin sites, and will be available at many outreach events.
Patino has served as a community health worker in the Central Jersey Health Consortium, Lakewood and North Brunswick. There she performed community outreach for such groups as the VNA, WIC, Women’s Wellness Centers, hospital clinics, OBGYN offices, and several resource centers. Patino earned a B.A. in political science from Kean University in 2005 and anticipates earning her Masters of Social Work Clinical Practice with Families and Children in 2016 from Kean University.
Lopez, a certified medical assistant (CMA), has had wide experience in a multi-physician medical practice and in hospital settings. Before joining the Health Exchange Marketplace, Lopez worked as a CMA at Loyal Source Government Services, Fort McGuire Air Force Base, and at the N.J. Urological Institute, formerly Shore Urology, Eatontown.
About Ocean Health Initiatives
OHI is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) federally qualified health center (FQHC) with locations at 101 Second Street, Lakewood; and 301 Lakehurst Road, Toms River; and 333 Haywood Road, Manahawkin; and in the Clifton Avenue Elementary School, 625 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood; and the Mobile Medical Unit outside the George J. Mitchell Elementary School, 950 N. Green Street, Little Egg Harbor.
OHI provides comprehensive preventative and primary health and dental care to Ocean County uninsured and underinsured populations on a sliding-fee scale, 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 a representative in the Call Center at either 732-552-0377, Toms River, or 732-363-6655, Lakewood. Visit www.ohinj.org. for further information.
Two Places Left in HR Certification Study Group Set to Begin Next Week
Mary Bromlow, SPHR, the director of certification for the Jersey Shore Association of Human Resources (JSAHR), Neptune, has announced that two places are left in the HRCI (Human Resources Certification Institute) study group for the Fall 2013 PHR* or SPHR** certification exams. The study group will meet Tuesdays, beginning September 17 through October 22, 2013, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Monmouth County Workforce Investment Board, Suite 201, 145 Wyckoff Road, Eatontown, N.J.
The fee is $175.00 for JSAHR members and $250.00 for non members. Pre-registration is required. Payment will be accepted up to September 17 when the study group begins. Make checks payable to JSAHR and send to Fall 2013 JSAHR Study Group, Box 1079, Island Heights, N.J. 08701.
For additional information or questions call Mary Bromlow at 732-922-9802 Extension 2131 or mbromlow@umh-nj.org.
HR professionals who have received certification in the field of human resources have realized many benefits, including having preferred qualification for employment, national recognition, and public recognition of their professional knowledge, career advancement, and personal development.
About PHR and SPHR Certification: The Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI), in affiliation with the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), administers two certification exams for Human Resource professionals.
The *PHR (Professional in Human Resources) exam, designed for individuals with two to four years of practical experience, focuses on the operations and technical aspects of the HR professional. The**SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) exam, designed for individuals with six to eight years of experience, focuses on strategy and policy issues.