Project Self-Sufficiency offers a variety of programs to support Sussex County families. Happening in April:
- Get free prom gowns and accessories at the annual Sister-to-Sister Prom Shop at Project Self-Sufficiency! Open Monday – Thursday, 3:00 – 7:00 p.m., April 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, Fridays, 3:00 – 6:00 p.m., April 8th and 15th, and Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., April 9th and 16th. New and gently-used dresses, wraps, shoes, handbags, and accessories available; no registration required.
- Learn how to address challenging behavior at a free seminar, “Positive Behavior Support,” given by the Statewide Parent Advocacy Network at Project Self-Sufficiency, on Tuesday, April 5th at 6:00 p.m. Register online.
- Free Career & Employment Fair, Thursday, April 21st, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Meet area employers, learn about educational opportunities, practice mock interviews, get feedback on your resume, and more.
- Project Sussex Kids, The Sussex County Council for Young Children, has been established by the New Jersey Department of Children & Families to bring together parents, caregivers, as well as health, education and social service providers to enhance communication, coordination and collaboration of services for families with young children. We want to hear your concerns! Meetings forming now! Check it out at www.projectsussexkid.org. Get involved by contacting Project Sussex Kids at sussexkids@projectselfsufficiency.org.
- Campus to Campus College Assistance Program offered in conjunction with Sussex County Community College supports adults as they take the next step towards college and a career. Get help with testing, test anxiety support, application forms, financial aid, childcare, and more. Campus to Campus Information Sessions scheduled on April 5th and 7th, April 12th and 14th,10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; evening sessions also available, April 5th and 12th, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. College IS for you! Call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500 to get started.
- Sussex Warren Project Family Connect is established at Project Self-Sufficiency! If you’re a Sussex or Warren County, New Jersey, resident, connecting with the help you need just got easier. Sussex-Warren Project Family Connect Central Intake has been funded by the New Jersey Department of Health to improve the quality and services coordination for individuals and families to increase access to community resources. Call our hotline at 1-844-807-3500 to speak with a Family Support Worker who can assist you in connecting with local resources such as healthcare, transportation, life skills development, employment training, case management, voluntary home visitation and more!
- Income-eligible pregnant women and new mothers are invited to receive visits in the comfort of their own home from trained counselors or nurses. Get helpful education concerning prenatal care, breastfeeding, parenting, literacy, household skills, budgeting, relationships and more. Call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500 for more information.
- Pregnant women and mothers of young children are invited to discuss prenatal, childhood and adult issues at monthly Mother-Child Lunch & Learn gatherings. On Tuesday, April 12th, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., the subject will be “Nutrition for Infants, Toddlers and Children.” Free; participants must be enrolled in one of Project Self-Sufficiency’s home visitation programs. Registration is easy! Call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500 for a schedule and more information.
- Project Self-Sufficiency Career Center offers new classes designed to maximize personal and professional skills, while combining career assessments, training and access to employment opportunities. Call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500 to enroll in “Career, Education & Employment Foundations” or “Foundations for Personal Success.” Classes forming now.
- A free Family Law Seminar be held on Wednesday, April 6th, from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Project Self-Sufficiency. Discuss court procedures, grounds for divorce, equitable distribution of assets, parenting time and other topics related to divorce. Free and open to the public; registration required. Call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500 to register.
- High quality fresh, refrigerated or frozen food can be purchased at a fraction of the retail cost through the Jolin Food Box program at Project Self-Sufficiency. Purchase online with a credit card at www.jolinfoodbox.com by Wednesday, April 13th. Delivery will be made to Project Self-Sufficiency on Saturday, April 23rd. A variety of ordering options are available; call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500 with questions.
- Parents, educators, coaches and other youth-serving professionals or volunteers are invited to learn about child sexual assault prevention at free Enough Abuse training sessions, Wednesday, April 13th, at 10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. Free and open to the public; registration required. Call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500 to register.
For more information about any of these programs, or to learn about the other services offered at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500, or visit www.projectselfsufficiency.org.
