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The following resources can help clients be more active, enable them to get hot nourishing food on a daily basis, and deal
with government agencies. Resources include a list of local churches and veteran's administration programs. We strive to keep
all information current. If you find a mistake or change please email us at:
Realizing that many clients do not have access to the internet we ask that if you
know someone who could use any or all of the following information, please print this page to share with them.
A MINI COOK BOOKLET ON HOW TO UTILIZE GOVERNMENT
SURPLUS POTATOES
Food Bank volunteers were puzzled to see that clients were rejecting the large packages
of USDA instant mashed potatoes. A closer examination revealed that preparation instructions were for 50 servings -
the math to cut that down being quite a challenge.
Our answer? Here's how to prepare six servings plus a few recipes to utilize leftover
potatoes in soups, casseroles, etc. To download the file
Cooking With Dried Potatoes PDF
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COUNTY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM
Car-less? Take advantage of the County transportation mini bus system "Ocean Ride " to get around town, with additional
service for non-emergency medical transportation. The busses run Monday through Friday and fares are a reasonable $.25 for
disabled and senior citizens and $.50 for the general public. Call the County toll free at 1-877-929-2082 for a schedule.
Passengers needing lift service for next day service must notify the County of the trip they wish to take.
NEED A RIDE TO THE FOOD BANK on distribution day?
Call the Recreation Department at 693-1100, extension 2203
at least
24 hours before distribution day
to request transportation.
SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM
This lunch program offers you a hot nutritious meal, and the companionship of new friends while you enjoy a varied menu every
day from Monday to Friday.
There are only two requirements:
#1. You be 60 years old or be married to someone 60 or over.
#2. You must call 609-693-0661 at least 24 hours ahead for a reservation
How Much Does It Cost?
The suggested donation for lunch is $1.50, however you only need donate what you can afford . No One is denied lunch because
of an inability to pay, and donations are done via closed envelopes which insure your privacy.
Where?
The Village Lutheran Church, 701 Western Boulevard, Lanoka Harbor.
When?
Mondays through Fridays 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
You may choose to eat one, two or all days of the week.
Can't Drive?
Bus pickup is available by calling Berkeley Outreach at
(732) 244-9600 24 hours before you need the ride.
This program also offers Meals on Wheels to Seniors who are homebound. For questions about Meals on Wheels call Berkeley
Outreach at (732)244-9600 and ask for a meals on wheels counselor.
If you need help with this, call Lacey Food Bank Chairman Guy at 693-8703 and he'll get you signed up and going!
LIKE TO READ? THE OCEAN COUNTY LIBRARY WILL BRING
REGULAR AND LARGE PRINT BOOKS OR BOOKS ON CASETTE TO YOU. WE HAVE VOLUNTEERS WHO ENJOY SHARING THEIR LOVE OF READING
AND WILL VISIT YOU ON A REGULAR BASIS TO BRING MATERIALS YOU HAVE REQUESTED OR THOSE THE VOLUNTEER SUGGESTS. CALL 732-269-5850
FOR ADDITONAL INFORMATION OR CLICK ON THE LINK TO DOWNLOAD AND PRINT AN APPLICATION.
APPLICATION FOR HOME DELIVERY SERVICE
HELP WITH HOME REPAIRS
FACING A REPAIR EMERGENCY? THE FOOD BANK WILL ASSIST YOU IN GETTING HELP
FROM THE LOCAL CATHOLIC CHARITIES OR VOLUNTEER TRADESMEN, WHO FOR THE COST OF THE MATERIAL WILL HELP YOU WITH A MINOR ELECTRICAL,
PLUMBING OR APPLIANCE PROBLEM. CALL THE FOOD BANK OFFICE AT 242-2848 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE - SOMEONE WILL GET BACK
TO YOU.
WORKING FAMILIES GET TAX CREDITS
Hardworking families should be aware of tax programs that help them. In particular,
the Federal and State government offer tax credits worth thousands of dollars for low income parents. For example, a working
parent or couple with two children, and an income of between $10,000 and $13,000 can receive $4,008 from the federal tax credit
and $601. from the state, for a total of $4,609 or an extra $394 a month in the pockets of hard working,yet low income New
Jersey residents.
The state credit is available to families earning up to $20,000 a year, while families earning as
much as $32,000 ayear can qualify for the federal tax credit. Benfits will vary according to size of the family and income.
You can file for the credit by phone, or by completing your state and federal tax forms. For more information or to find out
if you qualify, call 1-888-895-9179. If all of this is too much for you to tackle, call Chairman Guy and he will get you help.
HOME HEATING HELP
Several programs are available to help those who cannot afford their heating bills.
(For those facing any utility shut off notify us at 242-2848 and
we'll do our best to help you find help)
* Lifeline Program - If you receive SSI or are eligible for PAAD, benfits are elibigible for
the LIfeline progam, under which you can receive $225. thoward our electricity or natural gas costs. Call (800) 792-9745
* NJ Statewide Heating Assistance and Referral Energy Servie INc. (NJSHARES) This non profit
group helps people who need temporary help paying their gas or electric bills and who are NOT eliigible for welfare
benefits. They give out one-time grants of $250 each. Call (866) 657-4273
* Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) This program uses federal money to subsidize
money spent on oil, natural gas, electric heating, propane and kerosene from Nov. 1 - March 31. The benefit varies depending
on income and household size. Call (800) 510-3102
* Universal Service Fund (USF) If you apply to LIHEAP (above) you will automatically apply for
this program. This is a state program designed to ensure lower-income customers pay no more than 6% of their annual
income for their gas and electricity service combined. Income eligibility depends on household size. (866) 240-1347
* Gift of Warmth: NJ Natural Gas customer may be eligible for this program. For in formation
in Ocean County call (732) 244-9041
* Winter Termination Program : This program prevents people who receive benefits such as those
listed above from having their gas or electric service disconnected during the winter months. Call (800) 624-0241
WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANCE: Senior Wheels USA, a nationwide
program, can provide a power wheelchair to people aage 65 and older and the permanently disabled at no cost to the recipient.
For qualifications, call (800) 246-6010
THE GIFT OF SIGHT
One call to the National Eye Care Project, a public service program sponsored by the Foundation of the American Academy of
Ophthalmology and the Knights Templar Eye Foundation Inc., could mean the difference between sight and blindness for you or
someone you love. The program is staffed by 255 volunteer ophthalmologists in New Jersey. Once call to the National Eye Care
Program could mean the difference between sight and blindness for either you, or a loved one.
The program is designed for, but not limited to, financially disadvantaged seniors. All U.S. citizens or legal residents
age 65 and over, who have not seen an ophthalmologist in the last three years or longer, are eligible for the project. A phone
call to the toll-free help line at 1-(8QO)-222-EYES(3937) can match patients with a volunteer ophthalmologist in their area.
That doctor will provide a complete medical eye examination and a full year of treatment for any condition diagnosed at the
initial visit. There is no cost to the patient. As volunteers for the project, we have agreed to accept Medicare or other
insurance reimbursement as payment in full, with no out-of-pocket expense to the patient.
Those without insurance of any kind, including Medicare, receive care at no charge. Take advantage of this amazing program
which gives the gift of sight.
MILITARY WIDOWS
If you were widowed as the result of a war related injury or disability, remarried (therefore losing your pension) then widowed
or divorced from your second husband, you might be able to have your widow's pension reinstated due to a new change in the
Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) act.For more information call the VA's tool free number, (800) 827-1000 and ask
for a veteran's benefits counselor.
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