Tag: New Jersey
Virtual Women Veterans Leadership Summit
New Jersey Women Veterans Leadership Summit to Take Place Virtually on June 8 The New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Office of Women Veterans will host the upcoming Virtual Women Veterans Leadership Summit on Monday, June 8, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM via Microsoft Teams. Centered around the theme “Leading with Purpose.
Smiles, Support, and Service: Free Dental Care for Veterans in West Orange
On Saturday, June 13, veterans in New Jersey will have access to an incredible day of free care, community support, and connection at the annual Smiles for Our Heroes event in West Orange. Hosted at 49 Mount Pleasant Avenue in West Orange, this special event runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and offers free
Commuting a Few Days a Week? This NJ TRANSIT Option Can Save You Money
Commuting a Few Days a Week? This NJ TRANSIT Option Can Save You Money If you are commuting into work a few days a week, but not every day, this is something worth knowing. NJ TRANSIT has brought back its FLEXPASS, and it is built for people with more flexible schedules. What FLEXPASS Is FLEXPASS
Need Help Paying for Groceries in New Jersey? SNAP Navigator Program
If groceries have been harder to afford lately, you are not alone. New Jersey’s SNAP program can help, and getting started is more manageable than most people think. Get Help with the Application There are local organizations across New Jersey called SNAP Navigators. Their job is to help you through the process from start to
Your Voice Matters. Help Shape the Path Forward for 2026
On December 18th, the New York City Council held its final meeting of 2025. During that session, Council members passed 51 separate bills representing nearly every interest group across the city. Yet the entire Veterans Legislative Package was blocked. Rather than allowing a transparent vote, City Council leadership relied on procedural tactics to quietly shut
Winter Healing Hikes With YWCA NNJ and Flat Rock Brook
Winter Healing Hikes With YWCA NNJ and Flat Rock Brook Looking for a gentle way to reconnect, recharge, and find community this winter? YWCA Northern New Jersey, in partnership with Flat Rock Brook, is offering a series of Winter Healing Hikes designed to support mental health, reduce isolation, and promote healing through time in nature.
The Power of Connection: Veterans Speaker Series and Laptop Giveaway Coming to Jersey City
The Power of Connection: Veterans Speaker Series and Laptop Giveaway Coming to Jersey City Jersey City is bringing inspiration, community, and digital empowerment to local veterans with a special event called The Power of Connection. Hosted by the Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Veteran Affairs, this gathering is designed to
3rd Annual Veterans Day Family Fun Day at the American Dream Mall
Event Details What: A free day of fun for veterans and their families, featuring access to the Dreamworks Water Park and Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park. When: Sunday, November 9, 2025. Check-in and wristband pickup begin at 9:00 AM. Where: American Dream Mall, 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 07073. To allow as many families
Frontline Paper Workshop: October 15-17
Join Frontline Paper Workshop from 10 AM to 3 PM Wed-Fri, October 15-17, 2025 Veterans Center 762 Roosevelt Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008 For more Information, call 732-322-1045 We are excited to share opportunities that bring healing, creativity, and community together. One powerful example is the Frontline Paper Workshop, where veterans and service members transform their
From Homelessness to Healing: A Marine’s Journey to Give Back
Dr. Thomas Murray’s path after the Marines was not easy. When an injury ended his 11 years of service, he suddenly found himself homeless, struggling, and searching for a way forward. Faith and determination helped him turn things around. Today, Dr. Murray runs a chiropractic practice, donates thousands to support veterans, and restores spaces that