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Additional Resources

Animal Control

A-Academy Animal Control

Chris Cittadino

1-800-624-1709

(732) 492-4505

c.cittadino@icloud.com

Dealing With Coronavirus Anxiety: Expert Tips
https://www.psychology.org/resources/expert-tips-coronavirus-anxiety/

Dealing With Mental Health During the Pandemic: 

https://thebestschools.org/magazine/covid-19-impact-student-mental-health/

National Home Security Alliance

Starting and Growing a Neighborhood Watch

https://www.staysafe.org/starting-and-growing-a-neighborhood-watch/

Assisted Living

Assisted Living is a community organization that prioritizes helping those who are disabled and the elderly fully enjoy their healthy years and age gracefully. The organization creates and publishes comprehensive, unbiased, free web-based resources.

https://www.assistedliving.org/assisted-living-options-for-people-with-disabilities

SeniorHomes.com

Our mission is to help seniors and their families find housing and care for themselves and their loved ones by providing objective and unbiased information on our website.

https://www.seniorhomes.com/senior-housing-for-low-income-residents/

SeniorHousingNet.com

A senior care organization dedicated to providing tools and essential resources to help enhance the lives of older adults of all walks of life.  They’ve published a dedicated page that provides detailed information for families and senior citizens who are looking for senior living and care options that can help maintain their independence and quality of life in New Jersey. This free resource provides comprehensive information on topics like financial support and care options that are available in New Jersey, and their website offers resources for every city and state across the country.  You can read more about their work in New Jersey here:  https://www.seniorhousingnet.com/seniors/senior-living-us/new-jersey

ReSupply Donation Pickups

ReSupply is a veteran-founded company that runs a household goods donation program. They help keep lightly-used items out of the landfill and get them to local charities. If you have something around the house you’d like to part with, consider donating.

Donation Hotline: 765-4DONATE / 765-436-6283

Donation Website:  Schedule a Pickup

Vision Impairment
https://www.visioncenter.org/blog/glaucoma-vs-cataracts/
Corneal Ectasia:https://www.visioncenter.org/eye-conditions/corneal-ectasia/

FreeGrantsForVeterans 

FreeGrantsForVeterans  a site that helps low income veterans with finding financial assistance programs. Their directory lists assistance programs that help with utility, energy, mortgage, rent and medical bills.

BestVPN.org

Online privacy guide for parents that segments the unique privacy risks by age (preschool, elementary, and teen) and offers quick tips on how to counter them.

https://bestvpn.org/parents-guide-to-online-privacy-safety-and-security

Safehome.org
Keeping Kids Safe in Cyberspace – https://www.safehome.org/resources/kid-safety-digital-age/

Help with School Bus Bullying
https://www.transfinder.com/resources/school-bus-bullying-prevention

Mesothelioma Guide: https://www.mesotheliomaguide.com/mesothelioma/

Mesothelioma is a rare cancer and very few treat it. The average latency period that mesothelioma takes to develop is anywhere from 20-40 years. Since this period is so long, mesothelioma usually affects older adults in their 60’s and 70’s.  This guide specializes in connecting patients with doctors and treatment options that are best suited for them. Their services and resources are 100% free to patients and family members.

Mesothelioma.net https://mesothelioma.net

Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer linked to exposure to asbestos. Mesothelioma.net is a leading online resource providing education and support on asbestos related diseases, including mesothelioma and asbestos. To contact one of their experts or get in touch with a facility, please call 1-800-692-8608.

The Mesothelioma Center https://www.asbestos.com/mesothelioma/

Their goal is to spread the word about mesothelioma and other asbestos related diseases. They provide free informational books, packets and a Patient Advocacy program that works 1-on-1 with individuals to help them find local doctors, treatment centers and support groups.

SocialWorkLicensure.Org

SocialWorkLicensure.Org is dedicated to fostering the current and future generations of these community caretakers, and as a part of our efforts to do so, they’ve created a free guide to New Jersey’s social work licensure – an in-depth resource covering bachelor’s through doctoral degrees, salary expectations, social work organizations, and more that prospective social workers need to flourish in their profession. In addition, they’ve also prepared a general guide of best practices and helpful tips for becoming a social worker in any state.
Guide to Social Work Licensure in New Jersey – https://socialworklicensure.org/state/social-work-licensure-new-jersey/
Guide to Becoming a Social Worker https://socialworklicensure.org/articles/become-a-social-worker/

Mastersinsocialworkonline.org.

Mastersinsocialworkonline.org. is a Social Work Career Center resource.

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses and other loved ones. They have been featured on the Administration for Community Living, AARP, Forbes, and is referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the internet.
https://www.caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/new-jersey/

Atlantic County Non-Profits

Atlantic Center for Independent Living, provides a variety of supports to individuals who live with any type of disability.  The center is funded by NJ Dept of Labor.  There is no cost for their services.

Mental Health Association in Atlantic County, provides mental health services in the forms of support, education and advocacy.  They are are funded by NJ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services.  No cost for their services.

The Atlantic Center for Independent Living, Inc provides support and opportunities for individuals living with a disability who are seeking to learn new life skills; participate in recreation and social activities with peers; and receive assistance/referrals to service providers related to housing, employment and transportation. For more information, call 609 748-2253 or www.atlanticCIL.org.

For more information, please contact Beth Wade, Community Liaison, Mental Health Association in Atlantic County and Atlantic Center for Independent Living at 609 652-3800 ext. 305

OnlineMasters.com

The mission of OnlineMasters.com is to inspire others to influence society through the pursuit of higher education. They have an online database of tools, references, and articles that cover topics such as accreditation, job placement, and resources that can provide financial support. You can review their guides here:

Social Work Programs

They focus extensively on helping students research higher education and labor trends in the social services & policy sectors.  They recently updated their Social Work Education Guides to help job seekers, professionals, and students understand the changing landscapes of these programs and their impact on careers and employment. You can view the guides here:
https://www.socialworkdegrees.org/
https://www.onlinemswdegrees.org/

How to be a Good Neighbor

https://www.idtrue.com/resource-center/being-a-good-neighbor/

Drug Rehab Services

Substance Use Treatment Services Frequently Asked Questions for Youth and Families

Substance use FAQ

Addicted.org has been helping people with addiction for over 12 years all over the United States.  It includes all types of services such as treatments, DUI lawyers, homeless shelters, prevention services, etc.
https://www.addicted.org/drug-rehab-new-jersey.html

AddictionCenter.com has resources for those battling addiction.

www.AddictionCenter.com/Opiates/Opioid-Epidemic

Detox local provides information on the medically safe route of going to a detox center when confronted with withdrawal. This resource provides medically reviewed guides on every aspect of the drug & alcohol withdrawal process, as well as a list of SAMHSA-approved medical detox centers.

www.detoxlocal.com

AddictionResource.net’s mission is to connect individuals to treatment centers that best suit their individual needs as it leads to long-term recovery. They do this while breaking down the barriers and stigmas that surround substance abuse with free and valuable information.  They compiled a list of detox, alcohol and drug rehab centers in New Jersey. Here’s the list: https://www.addictionresource.net/best-drug-rehab-centers/new-jersey/

www.AddictionResource.net.

American Addiction Centers
The U.S. has experienced a surge in alcohol/drug relapses as substance abuse becomes more prominent during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Widespread shutdowns and social distancing measures have made it difficult for those seeking guidance and treatment for substance abuse issues to secure resources. Because of this, American Addiction Centers host free virtual 12-Step support meetings each week https://sunrisehouse.com/about/events-and-media/. Their Drug and Alcohol Hotline provides free, confidential emotional support, information on substance abuse and local resources, and assistance finding an addiction treatment program: https://sunrisehouse.com/addiction-treatment/hotlines/

Division On Addictions

Division On Addictions is an organization that helps vulnerable New Jersey residents who are addicted to drugs or alcohol locate proper treatment options. Alcoholism and drug addiction are terrible crises affecting all ages in our communities – from teenagers to senior citizens.

Finding treatment facilities that are able to understand the underlying causes of the addiction, and that are able to cure an individual so as to prevent any relapse, is often a very hard task. This is where we come in. We help those in greatest need to find addiction treatment options that are the best for each individual situation. Our services are 100% free.

https://www.addictiontreatmentdivision.org/drug-alcohol/new-jersey/

Ripple Ranch Recovery

https://rippleranch.com/substance-use-disorder/– has the latest figures and statistics on substance use disorder.  Discusses signs, symptoms, types, causes, and treatment options for substance use disorder. Includes relevant videos and infographics.  A detailed 2500-word article explaining all the relevant information on substance use disorder.

Detox Rehabs

Their recovery experts provide trusted resources and relevant information for individuals and their families struggling with substance abuse.
Guide –  https://www.detoxrehabs.net/cities/egg-harbor-township-nj/

DRS & Addicted

DRS & Addicted.org is a company and website that has been spreading drug education for 20 years.  They created a Parent’s Guide to Fentanyl to help individuals learn more about this drug and provide tips to help educate children.

AlcoholHelp.com is an organization that provides extensive and reliable information regarding alcohol. Their educational guide explains the different types of treatment available to help individuals find the most successful path to sobriety.

www.AlcoholHelp.com/Treatment/

Alcohol Rehab is an organization that focuses on producing high quality substance abuse and recovery content.

AlcoholRehabGuide.org

liveanotherday.org

Live Another Day https://liveanotherday.org/  – Extensive information on mental health and substance use resources for People of Color. Their mission is equal access to life-saving resources.

Additional Addiction Recovery Resources
https://irishealing.com/anxiety-and-addiction/

Suicide and Substance Abuse During the Pandemic

https://jflowershealth.com/chronic-pain/

RegisteredNursing.org

This is a nursing advocacy organization. Their mission is to encourage nurses to grow within the field. The following guide should be very helpful – especially for nurses interested in advancing their career and education. They cover a wealth of topics including a comprehensive list of programs, education information, FAQs, industry information, career advice, and more.
MSN Programs: https://www.registerednursing.org/degree/msn/

Chamber of Commerce.org
This organization provides state guides for starting a business.
https://www.chamberofcommerce.org/how-to-start-a-business-in-new-jersey).

Ark Behavioral Health

Ark is proudly accredited by the Joint Commission. The Joint Commission is considered “The Gold Standard” in accreditation for behavioral health facilities and organizations, respected in behavioral health and medical communities.

https://www.arkbh.com/new-jersey/

EduMed.org 

Online Guide to Mental Wellness for Nursing Students: https://www.edumed.org/resources/mental-health-wellness-for-nursing-students/

EduMed – Connecting Students With Healthcare Education Resources: https://www.edumed.org/