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NORWESCAP Circles expands its outreach to Military families

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Marketing

Circles expands its outreach inviting military families to participate in the upcoming “Pathways to Success” class scheduled to begin on January 4th. Sussex County Circles Director Dianna Morrison said, since 2004, multiple studies on military spouse employment have shown that military spouses make an average of $10,500 per year less than civilians and the unemployment rate for military spouses is three times higher than civilian spouses. Morrison plans to expand Circles, a program to end poverty in the county by providing participants with resources necessary to lead healthier, self-sustaining lives, to military families. “Military families continue to use more food … Continue reading →

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Have you visited NORWESCAP’s facebook page recently?

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Marketing

If not, you’re missing some great photos, interesting content and video posts you won’t find here.  “Like” our FB page-share your comments on the stories we publish and invite your FB community become friends with NORWESCAP. http://www.facebook.com/NORWESCAP

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NORWESCAP brochure available online

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Marketing

When trying to introduce an organization as diverse and wide spread as NORWESCAP  it may be difficult to communicate the full scope of programs, services and benefits that are at the heart of this Northwest New Jersey’s Community Action Partnership- NORWESCAP. There’s so much to you’ll want to share about your passion for the organization and the benefits to clients and communities across Northwest New Jersey. There’s so much you’ll want to know about who we serve, the outcomes of NORWESCAP programs and  how you can partner with NORWESCAP. NORWESCAP now offers a tool that can makes it easier to … Continue reading →

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CFRS Staff have CLASS!

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Marketing

CFRS Staff Have CLASS !!!  Child and Family Resource Services’ staff recently re-certified as reliable CLASS observers.  Recognizing the importance of classroom interactions, CFRS Director Sharon Giacchino brought CLASS training to her staff in the fall of 2009.    “The Classroom Assessment Scoring System™ (CLASS™) is an observational tool that provides a common lens and language focused on what matters—the classroom interactions that boost student learning.” The CLASS tool: Focuses on effective teaching Helps teachers recognize and understand the power of their                                           interactions with students Aligns with professional development tool Works across age levels and subjects At … Continue reading →

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Yvonne’s dream…a NORWESCAP Family Self Sufficiency success story

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Marketing

I would like to thank NORWESCAP, and the Boonton Housing Authority for their assistance and for believing in me. I also want to thank my father for his generous help and my family for dealing with me during the stressful process of finding my first home.That process in itself was not easy, from short sales, to homes under contract, being out bid and failed inspections. They were there to keep me motivated! My accomplishments weren’t easy but I never gave up and I made it!”  Yvonne’s story “When I was just a teen. I decided that by the age of … Continue reading →

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An important update from the Family Success Center Holiday Gift Drive

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Marketing

Family Success Center Holiday Program hopes to help make the holidays magical for Warren County families in need. In partnership with the Salvation Army and with the support of the community, Warren County families who have applied for Christmas assistance will enjoy the sparkle in their children’s eye as they receive a gift on Christmas morning. To be eligible for this NORWESCAP program, families must apply for assistance. The applications are reviewed and cross checked for duplicated services which means your contribution will go to families who are not receiving assistance from multiple sources.   The past few years of … Continue reading →

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How do you measure success?

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Marketing

In our goal driven society-we’re pushed and push ourselves for measurable results, the satisfaction of accomplishment and the need to feel purposeful, which combined, validates us as “contributors”.  For many, when we’re not moving forward, we harness our drive and seek new opportunities to advance our vision -with the belief that when one door closes-another opens. And often it does. People with disabilities  share the same needs. A need to feel accomplished, purposeful and a need to contribute through the use of their skills and talents in meaningful employment. Too often however, for  the disabled the path from “closed door” … Continue reading →

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BARGAINS ON BROAD STREET-NORWESCAP Food Bank Thrift Store!

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Marketing

Bargains on Broad Street… The NORWESCAP Food Bank’s Thrift Store   Fabulous finds, unusual gifts, household items, handmade treasures, clothing, our unique auction items and much, much more! Bargains on Broad Street, the NORWESCAP Food Bank’s Thrift Store is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to noon.  Bargains on Broad Street is located at 201 North Broad Street in Phillipsburg, NJ.  All proceeds from the Thrift Store benefit the operations of the NORWESCAP Food Bank.Donations are accepted during regular business hours except for Saturdays in December.   Please call ahead … Continue reading →

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Supporting the Individual Needs of Infants & Toddlers Free Workshop offered by NORWESCAP CFRS

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Marketing

  FLEMINGTON: NORWESCAP Child & Family Resource Services is offering a free training workshop on Wednesday, December 14 beginning at 6:30 p.m.                        Supporting the Individual Needs of Infants & Toddlers Learn strategies to meet a child’s emotional and physical needs while promoting social competence.  The workshop will also emphasize the importance of matching activities and practices to the developmental needs of the child, also known as developmentally appropriate practice. The training workshop will be held at  NORWESCAP CFRS office on 84 Park Ave, Suite E 104 in Flemington. Brenda Buxbaum, Site Manager with NORWESCAP CFRS will be the presenter. … Continue reading →

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NORWESCAP CFRS offers Free NJ Family Child Care Registration pre-service training

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Marketing

NEWTON NORWESCAP Child & Family Resource Services announced it is offering free NJ Family Child Care Registration pre-service training for those interested in starting a small home based business caring for children. NORWESCAP Child and Family Resource Services can provide those considering this career option additional information and registration for the free training sessions which will be held in December 2011. Interested persons should contact NORWESCAP CFRS as early as possible. Registration pre-service training will be held at the CFRS office on 186 Halsey Road, Suite 1 in Newton.  Training sessions are Wednesday December 7, Monday December 12 and Monday … Continue reading →

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