Breast Cancer Survivors Invited to Unique Celebration

 

Breast cancer survivors are invited to a unique celebration of life at Project Self-Sufficiency on Saturday, June 6th, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  The Survivor Celebration will feature a keynote presentation by author, life strategist, and motivational speaker Diana Perez, along with breakout sessions, lunch, music by pianist Anita Raisch, and interactive exhibits.  A Question-and-Answer session will be facilitated by medical oncologist Dr. May Abdo-Matkiwsky and breast surgeon Dr. Priya Jadeja, along with a panel of medical experts.  A presentation on movement will be offered by Peggy Pak of the Sussex County YMCA Live Strong program. Breakout sessions will highlight yoga, healthy eating, and regaining strength following a breast cancer diagnosis. Raffles and other prizes will be awarded throughout the event.  The free celebration is open to breast cancer survivors.  Interested participants must call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 to register.

 

“We are delighted to gather to applaud the lives of these remarkable breast cancer survivors,” noted Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon.  “This celebration teaches women how to maintain their well-being, gives them the opportunity to get the latest facts about breast cancer, and most importantly, invites them to relax and have some fun.  We are grateful to all the individuals and organizations who have agreed to join in this special celebration of life.”

 

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the upcoming walkathon Miles for Mel, held in remembrance of former Project Self-Sufficiency Leadership Council member Melissa Saccerro. In addition, numerous vendors will be available to offer tips on nutrition, health, wellness, fashion, and exercise. In addition to Project Self-Sufficiency, attendees will be invited to peruse exhibits from Atlantic Health, Kessler Rehabilitation/ReVital Cancer Rehab, La Roche-Posay Dermatological Skincare, Mary Kay Cosmetics, NJ Cancer Education and Early Detection, Regional Cancer Care Associates, Sparta Cancer Center, Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council, and the Sussex County YMCA/Live Strong Program.

 

 

Learn about Nutrition for Pregnant Women & Young Children

 

Nutrition expert Adaly Interian will offer a cooking demonstration and discuss meal planning for children and families during a Baby Beginnings Fair hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency, Wednesday, May 21^st, 1:00 p.m. Pregnant women and parents of newborns are invited to access the resources they need to be successful, including free and reduced cost activities for families, information about early childhood health and development, positive parenting techniques, and other topics. Lunch will be provided along with free baby items, prizes and unique giveaways. The Baby Beginnings event is part of a Family Connects NJ program which supplements Project Self-Sufficiency’s robust programs for pregnant women and parents of young children, including home visitation programs, monthly Mommy Parties, and Parent Cafes. Pregnant women and parents of young children are invited to call 973-940-3500 to register.

 

“We are excited to be offering these innovative and fun gatherings to the community,” explains Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency.  “Pregnant women and parents of young children have a great need for accurate information about a host of topics, and the Family Connects NJ Baby Beginnings Fairs will allow them to receive up-to-date health and wellness advice, as well as free items for baby and family.”

 

Project Self-Sufficiency will be joined by representatives from DASI, the Partnership for Maternal Child Health, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Sussex County Library System, and Zufall Health.

 

To register for the Family Connects NJ Baby Beginnings Fair, to discuss your early childhood parenting needs, or to find out more about other programs and services available at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500. 

Get Free Legal Advice about Divorce

 

Project Self-Sufficiency will host a free, online Family Law seminar on Thursday, May 28^th, 7:00 p.m., with attorney Ann Pompelio, Esquire. Participants will discuss child support, grounds for divorce, court procedures, alimony, parenting time, equitable distribution of assets, and other topics related to divorce.  The presentation, which will be offered through Zoom, is free and open to the public; interested attendees should call Project Self-Sufficiency, 973-940-3500, to register and receive log-in details.