Written by: Gillian Baakman You can never know someone else’s journey. When we pass someone on the street, we rarely think about what they may be going through. But on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States; this equates to more than 10 million women and men each year, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Domestic abuse has a significant long-term impact on individuals and families regardless of … [Read more...] about A Story of Resilience: Joni Liou
Continue ReadingNorwescap Partners with Atlantic Health Systems to Provide COVID Vaccination Clinic
Norwescap is joining the ongoing fight to put an end to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are proud to announce that we have partnered with Atlantic Health System, NJHI, and the NJ Department of Health to host Free Vaccination Clinics in Warren and Sussex Counties. Additional counties may be added in the future. "We know that many people in our communities haven't yet had the opportunity to get the vaccine that will keep us all safe, and Norwescap wanted to find a way help. This pandemic has simply … [Read more...] about Norwescap Partners with Atlantic Health Systems to Provide COVID Vaccination Clinic
Continue ReadingSpotlight: Susan Longcor, Norwescap Head Start & Early Head Start, Nurse
By: Gillian Baakman, Staff Writer May sixth is national nurses day, and if 2020 taught us anything, it is that the world relies onnurses. Though we have all dealt with a challenging year, those in the health department havegenuinely excelled and given us hope this past year.Norwescap recognizes those in the health field and would like to thank all the nurses out there.We would also love to thank our own Susan Longcor, who is Norwescap's Head Start/ Early Head Start school nurse.Susan … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Susan Longcor, Norwescap Head Start & Early Head Start, Nurse
Continue ReadingNorwesFest 2021
Social Gatherings are back - and what better way to come together with your family and friends than at an outdoor festival and fundraiser to support a great cause? NorwesFest is the event we have all been waiting for! It’s happening. One Day, Two Events on Saturday, June 26 at Ort Farms in Long Valley. Want to take the kids out for a breath of fresh air and some outdoor fun at one of New Jersey’s best farms? NorwesFest’s Family Fun Day offers families with … [Read more...] about NorwesFest 2021
Continue ReadingStories of Resilience: Nitosha
Nitosha’s Story “My life was at the bottom. I went to Norwescap for some food and never expected to become so involved. Now my life is in a totally different place.” Nitosha Y., a single mother of four, always dreamed of having a house with a yard where her children could play. She had spent most of her life living in shelters, staying with friends or residing in apartments. Last year, Nitosha lost her job due to COVID, and she started to get behind on her bills. She came to Norwescap … [Read more...] about Stories of Resilience: Nitosha
Continue ReadingCelebrating Black History Month and Read Across America
All throughout February, we celebrated Black History Month at Norwescap by sharing stories of Black heroes who helped to shape our country; hosting virtual events celebrating Black culture; and opening up dialogues with our staff and community members about the barriers experienced by Black Americans today. Addressing racial disparities has always been at the heart of Norwescap’s work, because we know that in America the challenges of racism … [Read more...] about Celebrating Black History Month and Read Across America
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