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| OCBSS Responsibility in Rooming and Boarding House Act of 1979 |
Ocean County Board of Social Services |
Responsible for coordinating the investigation of all complaints pertaining to rooming and boarding houses as well as residential health care facilities throughout Ocean County. Allegations of abuse, neglect or exploitation of residents of these facilities are investigated. Outreach to provide information on available services is performed every six months to boarding homes and residential health care facilities and every twelve months to rooming houses. Coordination with the New Jersey Dept. of Community Affairs and the New Jersey Division of Health and Senior Services occurs. |
| O.C.E.A.N. Inc. |
Ocean Community Economic Action Now, Inc. Web site: DIRECTOR: Theodore Gooding, Executive Director |
Private, nonprofit community action agency which provides social services to the low to moderate income residents of Ocean County. Services: Headstart, Weatherization, Child Care, Home Energy Assistance Program (Project Helping Hand), NJ Shares, First Time Home Buyers, HUD Counseling. Eligibility: Must follow federal income guidelines. |
| Ocean Behavioral Health Care
Services and Services for the Elderly |
CATHOLIC CHARITIES Web site: DIRECTOR: Robert Hodnett |
Behavioral HealthCare and Social Service agency serving all Ocean County residents of any age. Subjects: Services: Individual, family, couples, group counseling, psychiatric evaluations and medication monitoring. Eligibility: Ocean County residents/families with mild to moderate behavioral healthcare needs. Programs: Services for the Elderly: Fix-It Program & Adult Family Care Program. Connections – After-school intensive outpatient program and summer treatment program for ages 7-12 with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in need of partial care behavioral healthcare services. Project Free – Intensive outpatient services for adults challenged with substance abuse. |
| Ocean County Vocational Technical School |
Toms River, NJ 08753-4296 732-473-3100, 732-349-9788 (fax) DIRECTOR: Jeanne Andrews, Principal |
Provides vocational/technical education for secondary and postsecondary adult education. Services: Classes in trade and industrial, health occupations, avionics, agriculture, technical and home economics related education. Eligibility: Arranged through sending school. Documents: High school diploma for postsecondary cosmetology. |
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Other Locations: DIRECTOR: Frank Adam, Principal |
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OCVTS, Waretown Center DIRECTOR: Craig Coleman, Principal |
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OCVTS, Brick Center DIRECTOR: Robert Wurtzel, Principal |
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| Ocean Convalescent Center | 901 Monmouth Avenue Lakewood, NJ 08701 732-363-0151 732-363-2346 (fax) |
Facility has both private and semi-private rooms. Licensed by state of NJ, accepts Medicare, Medicaid and private. Subjects: NURSING FACILITY: SKILLED CARE Services: Dental, occupational, physical and speech therapies, ophthalmology, social worker interaction, religious services, recreational program, and emergency transportation. |
| Ocean County Advisory Commission on the Status of Women |
1027 Hooper Ave, Building 2, 2nd Floor DIRECTOR: Faith C. Liguori |
Studies the needs and concerns of county women, advises the Board of Freeholders on such issues, works with other groups to attain needed services for women, maintains clearinghouse of info. on women's issues such as day care, sexual abuse, etc. 19 Volunteer members are appointed by the Freeholders. Services: Supportive listening offered to the many women who call office for help. Refers to the appropriate agency when needed. Publications on a wide variety of issues. |
| Ocean County Agriculture Development Board |
Ocean County Planning Board DIRECTOR: David McKeon, Supervising Planner |
Agriculture advisory group to Board of Chosen Freeholders for the support of the agriculture industry in Ocean County. Locally implements the State Farmland Preservation Program. Meets 2nd Wednesday of month @ 8:00pm at Agriculture Extension Office. Call ahead to confirm meeting date. Subjects: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION Services: Assist farmers in obtaining soil and water conservation grants and applying to The Farmland Preservation Program. Eligibility: Farmland assessed property. Additional sites: (listed separately) Agriculture Extension Office Ocean Soil Conservation District |
| Ocean County Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Unit |
Ocean County Health Department DIRECTOR:Barbara Hawes, Coordinator |
The county coordinator is responsible for planning services and programs for the education, prevention and treatment of alcoholism and drug abuse. Subjects: Alcohol, Tobacco, & Drug Information Drug Abuse Prevention, Education and Treatment Eligibility: 250% of poverty level. |
| Ocean County Animal Shelter |
615 Freemont Avenue DIRECTOR: Mark Wynn, VMD |
The shelter receives stray dogs and cats from 21 municipalities of Ocean County and surrendered dogs and cats from the entire county, and offers them for adoption whenever possible. Services: The shelter accepts strays and holds them for at least 7 days to allow owners to try to find them. Animals that owners can no longer keep are put up for adoption. For information on free rabies clinics please contact either shelter. |
| Ocean County Board of Social Services |
One Stop Center DIRECTOR: Beverly J. Bearmore |
The Board provides eligible County residents with financial, medical and social services assistance. Assistance can be granted for emergency circumstances and to meet ongoing needs. Emergencies after hours: 732-240-6100/609-693-5834. NOTE: Program entries listed separately ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES, AIDS COMMUNITY CARE ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM, ALZHEIMER’S AND RELATED DEMENTIAS SUPPORT GROUP, BURIAL ASSISTANCE, CARRIER ALERT, CHILD SUPPORT AND PATERNITY-PARENT LOCATOR, COMMUNITY CARE PROGRAM FOR THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED (CCPED), CONSORTIUM CLINIC TRANSPORTATION, DISABLED PERSONS CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, DIVISION OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES TRANSPORTATION GRANT, EARLY PERIODIC SCREENING, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT (EPSDT), EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE - WORK FIRST NJ, SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME, FAMILY PLANNING, FOOD STAMPS, FOOD STAMP EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAM, FRIENDSHIP CORNER, GENERAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, GET A JOB, GET A RIDE, HOME CARE EXPANSION PROGRAM, HOME:TENANT BASED RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, HOMELESS, HOSPICE PROGRAM, HOUSING AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE, LINK UP AMERICA, MEDICAID SPECIAL, MEDICAID SPECIAL PRENATAL, MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION, MEDICALLY NEEDY, MODEL WAIVER (I, II & III), NEW JERSEY CARE, NEW JERSEY KID CARE, OCBSS RESPONSIBILITY IN ROOMING AND BOARDING HOUSE ACT OF 1979, OCEAN MENTAL HEALTH TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, PERSONAL ASSISTANCE SERVICE PROGRAM, PERSONAL PREFERENCE NJ CASH & COUNSELING PROJECT, PERSONS WITH AIDS PROGRAM, PRE-SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION PROGRAM, REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROGRAM, RETIRED AND SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM - RSVP, SAFE HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM, SOCIAL SERVICES, SPECIAL RESPONSE PROGRAM, STATEWIDE RESPITE CARE PROGRAM, TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP), TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY PROGRAM, VICTIM WITNESS ADVOCACY FUND, WORKPASS |
| Ocean County Christian Home School Association |
PO Box 569 ADMINISTRATOR: Stephany McGinnis, |
Support group for home school families. Activities include a monthly parents meeting, swim & gym, field trips, special events, music, fine arts classes and more. Subject: HOME SCHOOLING Eligibility: Open to families who home school at least one child full time. $30 annual membership. |
| Ocean County Coalition for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities |
The ARC DIRECTOR: Lillian Connelly |
The coalition is a group of interested representatives from community based organizations. The purpose is to increase public awareness of health and safety issues, to promote ongoing quality education and to advocate for change in social conditions that put children at risk for developmental disabilities. Services: Community education and information about the prevention of developmental disabilities. Publication of a quarterly newsletter "Prevention Matters". Public awareness campaigns to promote healthy babies. Meets monthly. |
| Ocean County College | College Drive Toms River, NJ 08754-2001 732-255-0400 (voice) 732-255-0444 (fax) Web site: |
Community College Subject: EDUCATION: FORMAL Degree, credit, certificate, Internet, noncredit, transfer, honors, and career programs. Continuing and professional education including allied health and senior programs. Customized training for business, industry and governmental agencies. Summer camps and programs for children. Fine Arts Center Theater. Robert J. Novins Planetarium. |
| Ocean County Council of Agencies |
PO Box 1885 DIRECTOR: Carolyn Alt |
Professional, nonprofit organization of all human service providers in the county, meets quarterly for networking, mutual support, and sharing information regarding new social services in Ocean County. "Ocean Lines" quarterly newsletter. Subjects: RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT Services: Annual conference, awards to social service professionals and for Volunteerism in human services. Eligibility: Professional, non-profit organization |
| Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission |
P.O. Box 2191 DIRECTOR: Pauline S. Miller |
Promotes historic preservation and diversity in the arts to county residents. Serves as a central agency to attain the high quality of professional commitment to arts and history, through programs, development of county agencies, arts agencies, individuals and residents in the county. |
| Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs |
1027 Hooper Avenue DIRECTOR: Kenneth J. Leake |
Department functions as a mediation dept. consumer vs. business located in Ocean County. Subjects: Services: Complaints referred to other counties or states if business is located outside the jurisdiction of Ocean County. Eligibility: Anyone in need of services. Documents: To support complaint. |
| Ocean
County Department of Human Services, Human Services Advisory Council |
1027 Hooper Ave DIRECTOR: Faith Liguori |
The Human Services Unit is a county office that serves as staff to the Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC), an advisory body to the Board of Chosen Freeholders. Services: Responsible for planning human services for all county residents, allocating funds based on planning results, implementing programs to meet identified needs. Monitoring of programs to ensure contract and quality service provision. |
| Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation |
1198 Bandon Rd. DIRECTOR: A. Paul King, Director |
Subjects: RECREATION & SPORTS Services: Twenty parks and two golf courses providing both passive and active recreation for all ages. Newsletter available at no charge. Call 732-506-9090 x222. Eligibility: All county residents. |
| Ocean
County Department of Transportation and Vehicle Services - Ocean Ride |
P.O. Box 2191 1959 Route 9 (rear bldg.) Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 732-736-8989 1-877-929-2082 (toll free from 609 area code) 732-473-1923(fax) |
The County agency provides a variety of transportation services including modified and fixed route bus routes and the Reserve-A-Ride program which includes the next day trip option. Service generally operates on weekdays, no service provided on County holidays. Eligibility criteria varies according to program. Modified Fixed Route and Fixed Route Bus Service: A total of 15 bus routes operate throughout Ocean County. Most routes operate Monday through Friday. Bus schedules are available on our County website (www.co.ocean.nj.us) or be calling Ocean Ride, then press 4. A County transit guide is also available upon request which provides a map of the available transit routes serving Ocean County. Eligibility: Available to seniors, persons with disabilities and the general public. Fee: Fares apply based on general public rate and flat rate for seniors and persons with disabilities. Reserve-A-Ride Service: Provides transportation for seniors and persons with disabilities (specific criteria applies) for door to door service to access non-emergency medical appointments. A two week advance notice is required. Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first serve basis. Voluntary donation policy in effect. Eligibility: Consult Ocean Ride for specific eligibility requirements. Next-Day Trip: This service is a component of the Reserve-A-Ride program and provides for a variety of trip purposes such as medical, shopping, etc. and other needs by calling Ocean Ride the day before service. Your name will be placed on the waiting list for service and based on driver and vehicle availability, you will be contacted the following day if service can be provided. Appointments are made first-come, first serve. Voluntary donation policy in effect. Eligibility: Consult Ocean Ride for specific eligibility requirements. |
| Ocean County Energy Council |
Division of the Dept. of Consumer Affairs Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 DIRECTOR: Charles Lasky, Chairman |
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| Ocean County Girl Scout Council |
1405 Old Freehold Road Web site: DIRECTOR: Richard Renzulli, Executive Director |
Girl Scouts is the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls, where, in an accepting and nurturing environment girls build character and skills for success in the real world. There are 5,500 Girl Scouts and approximately 2,000 adult volunteers in the Ocean County Girl Scout Council. Subject: Services: There are more than 70 Council program activities that enhance the Girl Scout troop program. The Girl Scout program is offered through more than 550 Girl Scout troops that meet regularly throughout the council area. Eligibility: Girls ages 5-17 Program: CAMP AMITY ACRES |
| Ocean County Health Department | 175 Sunset Avenue PO Box 2191 Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 732-341-9700 609-978-9715 732-286-1792 (fax) Web site: http://www.ochd.org DIRECTOR: Joseph J. Przywara |
The Ocean County Health Department provides environmental and public health services to all Ocean County residents. Subjects: Services: Public health nursing, home health care, palliative care, WIC, HIV counseling, childhood immunizations, environmental health services, communicable disease control, medical clinics. Eligibility: Depends on service |
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Additional Locations: OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT -NORTHERN OCEAN RESOURCE CENTER |
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OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT - SOUTHERN OCEAN RESOURCE CENTER |
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| Ocean County Historical Society |
26 Hadley Ave. Web site: DIRECTOR: Barbara Rivolta |
Victorian House Museum, research library, herb and flower gardens. Services: Historical programs, historical and genealogical research. |
| Ocean County Human Relations Commission | CN 2191 DIRECTOR: Kimberly Reed |
The Coalition will strive to generate community awareness and involvement in combating bias crimes. Subjects: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: MINORITIES Services: Seeking employment opportunities for minorities and fair housing. |
| Ocean County Hunger Relief, Inc. |
917-5 North Main Street Corrine Jewelers Plaza Toms River, NJ 08753 Executive Director: Carol Latif |
Network consists of 30 pantries, located in churches, synagogues and community centers throughout Ocean County. They store non-perishable staples which are used to make up 4 day packages of nutritional food according to family size. They also provide clothing. Services: Provides a 4 day package of food to needy families unless extenuating circumstances exist. Requests are placed through county social service agencies. Client must contact Board of Social Services at 732-349-1500 or 609-978-2100 for screening and referral. Accepts donations of food, clothing and money. Donations are accepted throughout the year. Volunteers are always welcome. |
| Ocean County Library |
HEADQUARTERS 101 Washington Street Web site: oceancountylibrary.org Hours: Sunday 1-5 September-May DIRECTOR: Elaine McConnell |
Nonprofit public library providing free service to residents in supporting communities. Provides informational, educational, cultural and recreational materials. For access to our online catalog from your home computer dial:
Area Served: Ocean County residents except for Beach Haven. Subject: LIBRARIES Services: Books, periodicals, books on tape, cassettes (audio & video), and CD-ROMs may all be borrowed. Questions and information given to individuals at location, over the phone or by fax. |
| Ocean County Mental Health Board | 1027 Hooper Ave., Bldg. 2, 3rd Floor PO Box 2191 Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 732-506-5319 (voice) 1-800-544-7184 (toll-free) 732-341-4539 (fax) |
The Mental Health Board is an advisory board of interested citizens, appointed by the Ocean County Board of Freeholders to make recommendations on funding, service needs, system changes, advocacy and planning for mental health services. SUBJECT: Mental Health: Information & Education SERVICES: Mental health information, referrals, education, monitoring and advocacy. Planning for county-wide mental health services. The Emergency Response Committee educates and responds to mental health needs regarding traumatic events that effect community residents. |
| Ocean County Office for the Disabled |
1027 Hooper Ave. Bldg. 2 DIRECTOR: Faith Liguori, Director |
Functions as a clearinghouse for information and provides a coordinated and comprehensive referral service for the resources available to the disabled residents of Ocean County and their families. Subjects: Services: Data collection and statistics, telecommunication device for the deaf. A quarterly newsletter, accessibility evaluations. Community Awareness, State and local application such as PAAD, park passes, handicapped parking cards. Notary Public Service, Disability Awareness Through Education. Eligibility: Any person with a disability. |
| Ocean County Office of Senior Services | 1027 Hooper
Avenue, Bldg 2 PO Box 2191 Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 732-929-2091 (voice) 800-668-4899 (toll-free) 732-506-5062 (TTY) 732-506-5019 (fax) Web site: |
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm One Stop Service Center for senior citizens providing easy access to the aging service system. Subjects: SENIOR SERVICES Services: Responsible for planning a comprehensive, accessible system of community-based services for the elderly to help maintain their independence at home. NJ EASE Primary Access Site providing access, community support, home support, and nutrition support for persons sixty years or over. Outreach efforts are conducted throughout the county to improve access to the service system. Federal, state, county and local funds are used to develop this network of critical services for the elderly of Ocean County. Eligibility: 60 and over. |
| Ocean County Office of Victim Witness Advocacy |
Ocean County Prosecutor's Office DIRECTOR: Sherri Sieling or Eileen Lanterman |
Agency which provides services to victims and witnesses involved in the investigation and prosecution of a crime. Subjects: Services: Information about the Criminal Justice System, case status notification, court orientation and accompaniment, crisis intervention, assistance with obtaining restitution, medical and counseling referrals. |
| Ocean County PIC One Stop Career Center |
1959 Route 9 (front bldg.) Web site: http://www.ocpic.com DIRECTOR: Michele Hutchison |
Reports to a board that is appointed by the Board of Chosen Freeholders. Monitored by the State, NJ Dept. of Labor. County WIA (Workforce Investment Act) Nonprofit agency. Subjects: Services: Assessment,
testing, career counseling. Training for the disadvantaged and
dislocated. On the job training is available in some cases. Documents: Proof of age, income (last 6 months), address and citizenship. |
| Ocean County Public Affairs | 101 Hooper Avenue, Room 109 Toms River, NJ 08754-2191 732-929-2138 (voice) 732-506-5370 (fax) Web site: www.oceancountygov.com
DIRECTOR: Barbara W. Steele |
The public information department of Ocean County government. Services: Information about the activities of county government and referral of general information inquiries. Maintains information rack with literature from the various county government activities in the lobby of the County Administration Bldg. |
| Ocean County Soil Conservation District |
714 Lacey Rd. Web site: DIRECTOR: David B. Friedman, Director |
The Ocean County Soil Conservation District is a subdivision of the NJ Dept. of Agriculture, Division of Rural Resources. OCSCD’s primary function is to enforce Chapter 251, the NJ State Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act, by reviewing applicants’ soil erosion and sediment control plans and inspecting construction sites to verify conformance with Chapter 251. OCSCD is also dedicated to educating the public about the conservation of natural resources, and conducts an extensive education outreach program. The agency is also actively involved in grant projects and in the research and development of techniques to improve water quality in the Barnegat Bay. Subjects: Programs: Educational programs include: Seminars and workshops, conservation contests for school-age children and for adults, an Arbor Day seedling program, an extensive library of natural resource booklets, brochures, posters, videos, teachers’ packets, and "The Tutor", a newsletter for educators and youth group leaders. |
| Ocean County SPCA |
P.O. Box 544 ADMINISTRATOR: Peter Oraboni |
Animal welfare agency Subjects: ANIMAL PROTECTION AND WELFARE Services: Only agency authorized by law to investigate and prosecute animal cruelty complaints. Provides educational programs for the prevention of cruelty to animals. This agency does not pick up stray animals. Membership is open to residents as support members for $3 dues per year. |
| Ocean County Superintendent of Schools |
212 Washington Street Web site: DIRECTOR: Lucille Rielly, Supt. of Schools |
Survey and approval of all public education programs of Ocean County. Processes all applications for teacher certification, approves school bus transportation, processes all public school funding, provides inservice training. Services: Conducts school improvement programs, approves school facilities, and supervises all educational programs for handicapped school children. |
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County Tourism Advisory Council |
PO Box 2191 Web site: www.oceancountygov.com DIRECTOR: Barbara W. Steele |
A volunteer council of 40 representatives primarily from the tourism industry, but with some public members, formed to advise the Board of Chosen Freeholders on matters relating to tourism. Subjects: CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Services: Annual Matching Tourism Promotional Grants from Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders (Nonprofit organizations can apply for grants to promote events or activities which will attract tourists to the area. Organization must spend a minimum of $500 on promotion to receive dollar for dollar match from program) Ocean County based organization or event in/of benefit to county tourism. Publishes dining, lodging, and attractions guide, publishes tourism materials, coordinates operation of 1-800-ENJOY-33. Eligibility: For grants program must be nonprofit |
| Ocean County Utilities Authority |
501 Hickory Lane DIRECTOR: Richard M. Warren, Executive Director |
The Ocean County Utilities Authority is a public body which operates a wastewater treatment system. Subjects: Services: Regional wastewater treatment system which reclaims the region's wastewater by removing the pollutants and returning it safely to the environment. |
| Ocean County Vocational Technical School |
Board & Administration Office 137 Bey Lea Rd. Web site: DIRECTOR: Dr. Frederick W. Felice, Superintendent |
Provides vocational/technical education for secondary and postsecondary adult population. Services: Classes in trade and industrial, health occupations, avionics, agriculture, technical and consumer education. Eligibility: Arranged through sending school. Documents: High school diploma for postsecondary cosmetology. |
| OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOLS: |
ADULT EVENING SCHOOL DIRECTOR: Frank H. Folinus, Principal |
Adult Education provides adults with skills, knowledge and abilities to
start, change or further their careers or vocational interests.
Eligibility: 18 years of age or older. |
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OCTVS, TOMS RIVER CENTER DIRECTOR: Jeanne Andrews, Principal |
Provides vocational/technical education for secondary and postsecondary adult education. Services: Classes in trade and industrial, health occupations, avionics, agriculture, technical and home economics related education. Eligibility: Arranged through sending school. Documents: High school diploma for postsecondary cosmetology. |
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OCTVS-JACKSON CENTER |
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OCTVS-WARETOWN CENTER DIRECTOR: Craig Coleman, Principal |
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OCVTS-BRICK CENTER DIRECTOR: Robert Wurtzel, Principal |
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| Ocean County Volunteers for the Blind | Roberta Vickery 415 Linden Avenue Pine Beach, NJ 08741 732-240-9066 |
Volunteer organization providing services for the blind and visually impaired. Subjects: VISUALLY IMPAIRED: SERVICES TO Services: Brailled & taped materials for educational and personal use, personal growth awards for children who are blind or visually impaired in 1st through 12th grades and scholarship funds for blind and visually impaired college students. Eligibility: Any person interested in learning techniques to provide services for blind or visually impaired persons. Work is done in the homes of the providers. Equipment is provided. |
| Ocean County YMCA |
1088 West Whitty Rd. Web site: DIRECTOR: Rodger Koerber, CEO |
Physical
education and swimming lessons for infants through seniors. Nursery
school, day camp, YKids before and after school program, programs
for individuals with disabilities, recreational swimming in 6
and 12 lane pools, basketball, swim teams, aerobics, group exercise Subjects: |
| Ocean's Harbor House |
2445
Windsor Ave. Outreach Services: 732-929-4001 Director: Linda Gyimorty |
Short
term intervention center designed to serve youth ages 10-17 who
are in need of a safe shelter, advocacy, and counseling services.
The primary target population are youth who have run away, are
homeless, or have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Services Provided Shelter - temporary shelter, food and clothing, medical attention, parent and teen medication, referral services, advocacy, follow-up care, case management and recreational activities. Outreach - Short term individual and family counseling, weekly support groups for teens and parents (these groups are: Young Men's and Young Women's Anger Management, N.A., Teen Rap, Teens Living Clean, Ala-teen, Peer Leaderships, and Parent's). We also have satellite groups in South Toms River, Lacey, Manchester, and Lakewood. Mobile Street Program - We currently canvas 15 communities seven nights a week providing information, intervention, and referral services to youth on the streets. Volunteer Program - Variety of voluntary opportunities for teens, college students, adults and senior citizens. Volunteers are trained and work in various capacities throughout the agency. Eligibility and fees All of our services are free of charge and open to youth between the ages of 10-17. |
| Ocean Mental Health Services |
160 Route 9 DIRECTOR: Charles J. Langan |
Private, nonprofit center organized to meet the psychological needs of children and adults in Ocean County. Provides a wide range of programs and services to the residents of central and southern Ocean County, along with specialized services for children, adolescents and their families for all of Ocean County. Subjects: Services: Outpatient services, adult and adolescent partial care services, Harmony Family Preservation services, youth case management, child, adolescent and family support program, family focus, turnaround substance abuse services, Respect female juvenile offenders program, Ocean Institute Adolescent Day School. Sliding scale. |
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Additional Sites: OCEAN MENTAL HEALTH - Manahawkin Site |
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OCEAN MENTAL HEALTH - Toms River Site |
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| OCEAN MENTAL HEALTH - TRANSPORTATION SERVICES |
Ocean County Board of Social Services |
Transportation is provided to and from mental health services for residents referred by authorized personnel from Ocean Mental Health. Clients who drive their own vehicles may be reimbursed per mile; clients without their own vehicle may use public transportation or providers under contract with the Board. |
| Ocean Senior Behavioral Center |
2121 Edgewater Street DIRECTOR: Craig Hilton, Program Director |
Specializing in evaluation and treatment for adults 55 and over experiencing depression, anxiety or other mental health problems. Located at the Point Pleasant Hospital. Transportation services and lunch provided. Services: Assessment and diagnostic testing, individual therapy, occupational and expressive art therapies. Medication management, daily group therapy, family assessment therapy, education and support groups, professional counseling with daily and leisure planning skills. Partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services. Eligibility: For patients who have acute mental health symptoms, have not responded to outpatient treatment or who require follow up inpatient care. |
| Ocean-Monmouth Legal Services |
Law Center DIRECTOR: Harold E. Creacy, Esq. |
Nonprofit, federal/state funded corporation providing free legal assistance to eligible low income people in civil (noncriminal) matters. Special emphasis is on legal problems involving public assistance/other government benefits, housing, consumer and family law problems. Subject: LEGAL ASSISTANCE Services: Legal advise and representation in certain cases, seminars and educational sessions for appropriate groups, other related services. |
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Toms River Center, Ocean County Vocational Technical School |
Toms River, NJ 08753-4296 DIRECTOR: Jeanne Andrews, Principal |
Provides vocational/technical education for secondary and postsecondary adult education. Services: Classes in trade and industrial, health occupations, avionics, agriculture, technical and home economics related education. Eligibility: Arranged through sending school. Documents: High school diploma for postsecondary cosmetology. |
| Open Door Pregnancy Center |
1258 Route 166 Web site: DIRECTOR: Patricia Semeraro |
Nonprofit organization that serves women of child-bearing age who are seeking help with an unplanned pregnancy or material assistance for their babies. Subjects: Services: Free pregnancy test, educational information on
parenting, adoption and abortion; clothing closet; parenting skills, referrals for
community services and post-abortion support. Web site: |
| Orchards at Bartley Assisted Living |
100 North County Line Road Jackson, NJ 08527 732-730-1700 732-730-1738 (fax) Web site: DIRECTOR: Susan Shaffer |
Assisted Living Services: Assisted
living, Alzheimer's and Related Dementia programs, 24-hour supervision,
3 meals a day, personal care services, social and religious services,
transportation, exercise and recreational activities, housekeeping,
maintenance, etc. |
| Operation School House | 732-364-4590 | Comprehensive educational support and social service program for the residents of Lakewood. The services provided are: tutoring, homework assistance and group counseling for elementary school children, after school 3 days a week; report card and attendance monitoring; mentoring for black males; individual, group, and family counseling; well child check-ups and medical case management; parent skills workshops and recreation. |
| Orton-Dyslexia Society |
NJ BRANCH |
A nonprofit voluntary organization dedicated to the study and treatment of dyslexia. Subjects: Services: Sponsors educational outreach, teacher training & research. A major goal is the dissemination of information. Newsletter and pamphlets available. Eligibility: Learning disability. |
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