July 2021 Hi, my name is Daiquiri H. I am a divorced recovering alcoholic mother of an amazing young man. Because of my ACE’s (Adverse Childhood Experiences), choices, and decisions I made throughout my life, I went from acting irresponsible for my past actions to being accountable today. Turning my past pains into my present passion and future purpose was key. After a decade of working on my recovery, learning about myself, gaining sobriety and spiritual stability, I became honest, … [Read more...] about Daiquiri H.
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Spotlight: 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 ReadingIs the Pandemic Getting in the Way of My Child’s Emotional Development?
The question that seems to be asked most among parents these days is: Are masks, social distancing, and the lack of interaction with other children stunting my kid’s social and emotional development? The short answer, according to experts, is no. Most neurotypical kids are going to be just fine, even if we’re all still wearing masks and keeping our distance from one another a year from now. Most socialization for children occurs organically through their interactions with caregivers, Erika … [Read more...] about Is the Pandemic Getting in the Way of My Child’s Emotional Development?
Continue ReadingBeauty Editors Forego Luxury Products To Donate To Families Through NJ Nonprofit
Norwescap receives over 750 highly-rated skin-care products to gift to parents this holiday PHILLIPSBURG, NJ- December 22, 2020- Throughout the Northwest region of New Jersey, local children and families have been adopted through Norwescap’s Traditions Family Success Center with the hope of receiving a little bit of holiday joy. The program, "Partners in Joy," collects toy donations from individual and corporate donors for nearly 800 local children. This year the Center distributed more … [Read more...] about Beauty Editors Forego Luxury Products To Donate To Families Through NJ Nonprofit
Continue ReadingGetting a Tax Deduction for Donations is Easier this Year Thanks to the Pandemic Relief Program
The last few weeks of the year are traditionally when Americans are the most generous with their giving. And while 2020 is a year of almost unprecedented devastation, there’s a new incentive to make a donation to a charitable cause now—in addition to the pandemic itself—if you’re in a position to do so. Under the CARES Act, part of the federal government’s pandemic relief program that passed in March, individual taxpayers can take a deduction of up to $300 for cash donations made this year … [Read more...] about Getting a Tax Deduction for Donations is Easier this Year Thanks to the Pandemic Relief Program
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Norwescap impacts thousands of lives throughout Northwestern New Jersey – and you are a vital partner in our work! In addition to making a financial contribution, there are many ways to be part of our mission to transform poverty into opportunity. Please reach out to Heather Thompson, Chief Development Officer, at 908-454-7000 or thompsonh@norwescap.org for more information on any of these opportunities. Join an Advisory Board Norwescap is seeking members for our newly-formed … [Read more...] about Join our Mission!
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