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New Jersey Chapter

Address:
45 Wilson Ave
Manalapan, NJ 07726

Phone, Fax, E-mail:
Phone: 732-786-9960
Fax: 732-786-9964
E-Mail: newjersey@ccfa.org
 


SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS

 
 

**SAVE THE DATES!**

Belmar Take Steps Walk

May 23, 2010

Morris County Take Steps Walk

June 13, 2010

Register now: www.cctakesteps.org


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August 16 thru August 21, 2010

~A co-ed residential camp for kids with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis~

Our 2010 session will be held at Camp Nock-A-Mixon, in Kintnersville, PA. Applications will be available in mid-January 2010 for campers grades 4 through 11 in September 2010, Leaders in Training must be in grade 12 in September 2010 and volunteers ages 19 and older.

Click here www.ccfa.org/kidsteens/camp to learn more about this exciting program, or contact Linda Reiss, Development Coordinator, New Jersey Chapter at lreiss@ccfa.org, or by phone at 732-786-9960, Ext 202.  



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Join Team Challenge New Jersey and Run Boston on June 27, 2010.

Sign Up for an upcoming Informational Meeting, contact Lisa at lsmicklo@ccfa.org or call 732-786-9960 Ext. 4.

Northern NJ Meetings 
 
February 9th at 7:00PM
Secaucus Public Library-Secaucus

February 17th at 7:00 PM
Montclair Public Library-Montclair 

February 20th at 10:00 AM
Paramus Public Library- Paramus 

February 24th at 6:30 PM
Panera Bread- Route 4 - Paramus     

             Central NJ Meetings               

February 10th at 7:00 PM
Ernst & Young Building - Iselin

February 18th at 7:00 PM
Howell Public Library - Howell 
 
 February 22nd at 7:00 PM
Eastern Monmouth
County Library - Shrewsbury 
 
 February 27th at 9:00 AM
Radisson Hotel - Freehold 



 ** SAVE THE DATE**

March 5, 2010

"Angels Among Us"

An Exciting and Unique Evening with Renowned Medium

Gail Lionetti

At the age of six, Gail Lionetti realized she had a gift.  She was able to see spirits and visions of what was to come.  Her talents and abilities in conjuction with her compassion for helping others have won her awards and recognition as a leader in her craft. Using her clairvoyant skills, Gail works directly with law enforcement agencies, and has solved numerous cases involving missing and exploited children.  For information and reservations contact the NJ Chapter at 732-786-9960, Ext. 202 or email lreiss@ccfa.org.

(See event section for more details)


**SAVE THE DATE**

March 21, 2010

 13TH ANNUAL KIDS COUNT PROGRAM

Joins us for fun-filled day for families with children and teens with IBD at Branches Catering in West Long Branch, NJ.  Parent program includes guest speakers.  Children and teens will build windmills with thousands of Lego blocks! (See event section below for more details.)


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April 22, 2010

Casino Night

Join us at the Crystal Plaza, Livingston, NJ for a fabulous night  including gourmet food, a host of gambling activities and a live and silent auction with spectacular prizes.  For further information, please contact Barbara Fedorchak, Development Manager at 732-786-9960, Ext. 201 or by email: bfedorchak@ccfa.org.
 


CCFA Hope Courage Bracelet - Makes a wonderful Gift!

The CCFA Hope Courage Bracelet was designed to raise awareness of our mission to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases. Jewelry designer Catherine M. Zadeh has teamed up with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc. (CCFA) to bring you this exclusive bracelet.  The purchase of this piece will help those afflicted with these diseases.

Please call the NJ Chapter at 732-786-9960 or email us at newjersey@ccfa.org to place your order today!

Also available in 10K gold.

Proceeds from the sale of this bracelet benefit the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA).


  
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CALENDAR/EVENTS
March 5, 2010

"Angels Among Us" An Evening with Renowned Medium Gail Lionetti

Sheraton Eatontown Hotel, Eatontown, NJ

Join us for an evening with Gail Lionetti at the Sheraton Eatontown Hotel, 6 Industrial Way, Eatontown, NJ.  At the age of six, Gail Lionetti realized she had a gift.  She was able to see spirits and visions of what was to come.  Her talents and abilities in conjuction with her compassion for helping others have won her awards and recognition as a leader in her craft.  Come see Gail as she helps bring closure and hope to many in her audience - an experience you'll never forget!  Doors open at 6:30 PM Buffet dinner will be served from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.  Show time is scheduled for 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM.  Cost is $90 per person.  (Sorry no refunds) There will also be a silent auction.  For reservations please contact the NJ Chapter at 732-786-9960 or email: lreiss@ccfa.org.

March 21, 2010

13th Annual Kids Count Program

Kids Count is a Pediatric Education Program exclusively for CCFA families with children & adolescents with IBD.  Location: Branches Catering, 123 Monmouth Road (Route 71N), West Long Branch, NJ. Mark you calendar and join us for a fun-filled family day including lunch and a supervised program for children/teens & siblings (ages 5-16).  Parent program includes guests speakers.  The children's fun program will be a 2 hour extravaganza conducted by Stephen W. Schwartz AIA, Architect from Livingston who conducts LEGO programs all over the USA.  The thrill of the program is the teamwork that it generates.  

For more information and reservations please contact the New Jersey Chapter at 732-786-9960, Ext. 202 or email at lreiss@ccfa.org

April 22, 2010

Casino Night!
The Crystal Plaza, Livingston, NJ

Join us for a spectacular evening in the luxurious Crystal Plaza Ballroom, including gourmet food and wine, a host of gambling activities - blackjack, craps, Texas Hold'em Poker, roulette tables and a live and silent auction with spectacular prizes.  For further information, please contact Barbara Fedorchak, Development Manager at 732-786-9960, Ext. 201  or by email: bfedorchak@ccfa.org.

May 23, 2010

Take Steps Walk-Belmar

Location:  Taylor Pavilion, Belmar, NJ


Come join us and walk on the Boardwalk 'down the shore'! Take Steps for Crohn's and Colitis is the nation's largest event dedicated to find cures for digestive diseases.  The evening walk includes fun incentive prizes, a festival atmosphere and fun for the entire family!  Help us be heard across the nation by signing up to walk and raise funds!  For further information please contact Linda Reiss, lreiss@ccfa.org 732-786-9960 Ext. 202 or Barbara Fedorchak, bfedorchak@ccfa.org 732-786-9960 Ext. 201.

Register now:  www.cctakesteps.org

June 13, 2010

Take Steps Walk-Morris County

Location:  County College of Morris, Randolph, NJ


Come walk with us on the beautiful campus of the County College of Morris!  Take Steps for Crohn's and Colitis is the nation's largest event dedicated to find cures for digestive diseases.  The evening walk includes fun incentive prizes, a festival atmosphere and fun for the entire family!  Help us be heard across the nation by signing up to walk and raise funds!  For further information please contact Linda Reiss, lreiss@ccfa.org 732-786-9960 Ext. 202 or Barbara Fedorchak, bfedorchak@ccfa.org 732-786-9960 Ext. 201.

Register now:  www.cctakesteps.org

June 27, 2010

Team Challenge - Boston

Join Team Challenge New Jersey and Run Boston on June 27, 2010.

Kicking it's inaugural year off , the 13.1 Boston Marathon is "Where the Party Meets the Pavement". Runners and walkers will enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds of Boston as they make their way through the entertainment filled course.  Sign Up for an upcoming Informational Meeting, contact Lisa at lsmicklo@ccfa.org or call 732-786-9960 Ext. 4.

August 16, 2010 - August 21, 2010

Location:  Camp Nock-A-Mixon, Kintnersville, PA

This six-day summer camp for children and teens suffering from Crohn's and colitis offers a myriad of fun programs including water sports, horseback riding, arts and crafts and nights at the campfire all under the watchful eye of CCFA volunteer counselors and 24-hour medical professionals (pediatric gastroenterologists and nurses).  Campers age range 9 -16, Leaders in Training age 17 and Volunteers age 19+. 

Applications will be in mid January 2010.  For more information click here http://www.ccfa.org/camps  or contact contact Linda Reiss, Development Coordinator at the NJ Chapter by email: lreiss@ccfa.org or by phone: 732-786-9960, Ext. 202.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Please note: All support group listings are subject to change. Please call the chapter number above to confirm the meeting date, time, and place. 

MOST MEETINGS ARE HELD MONTHLY
Registration with Chapter Office is required

BERGEN COUNTY (year-round)
Valley Hospital, Ridgewood, NJ
Conference Center - Lower level of hospital
Second Wednesday, 7:30pm - 9:00pm

MONMOUTH COUNTY (year-round)
Monmouth County Library
125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan, NJ 07726
Third Tuesday, 6:30pm - 8:30pm. 

SUPPORT GROUP FOR PARENTS, TEENS & CHILDREN WITH IBD (No meetings June, July & August)
K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital/Jersey Shore Medical Center, 1945 Rt. 33, Neptune, NJ
Phoebe Cafeteria Conference Rooms 1 & 2    (Note this is a meeting room change)
Third Tuesday, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

SUPPORT GROUP FOR PARENTS & CHILDREN WITH IBD
Monmouth Medical Center
300 Second Ave., Long Branch, NJ
Fourth Thursday of every other month beginning February 2008, 7:00pm
The meeting is for children with IBD as well as parents of children with IBD. 
Contact Dr. Jonathan Teitelbaum 732-923-6080 for further information.

MORRIS COUNTY (year-round)
6  Redner Rd, Morristown, NJ
First Tuesday, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

OCEAN COUNTY (year-round)
Ocean Medical Center (formerly Brick Hospital)
425 Jack Martin Blvd., Brick, NJ
Conference Room across from the employee cafeteria on 2 West.
Second Wednesday, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

UNION COUNTY (year-round) NEW GROUP!
JCC of Central Jersey, Wilf Jewish Community Campus
1391 Martine Ave., Scotch Plains, NJ
First Monday, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

WARREN COUNTY SUPPORT (year round)
Oxford Central School
School Library
17 Kent St., Oxford, NJ.  
First Wednesday, 7:00pm - 9:00pm. 

For more information or to register, please call the NJ chapter office 732-786-9960. 


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MORE INFORMATION

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CHAPTER

Membership renewals, tributes (memorial/honor), research donation, etc.
Simply mail or call:
New Jersey Chapter-CCFA
45 Wilson Ave
Manalapan, NJ 07726
732-786-9960

Looking for a way to actively participate and volunteer within CCFA? If you are interested in becoming a committed volunteer for the NJ Chapter, please contact Rosemarie Golombos at the chapter office 732-786-9960.

A VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are always looking for volunteers to help in the office with light administrative tasks as well as volunteers to help with one of our many special events. Please call 732-786-9960 if you are interested!


SPECIAL PERSON - A SPECIAL GIFT
Memorial & Honor Tribute Card Program - to send a card or receive more information, please contact the chapter office, 732-786-9960.


Shop on iGive.com & CCFA-NJ Receives Donations!

We'd like to tell you about a terrific way to shop and make money for CCFA-NJ at the same time!  We are members of i-Give.com, an online shopping service.  There are over 600 stores on this website.  Each time you shop at one of these stores through the i-Give website, a percentage of the sale – up to 16% - is donated to us.  It's so simple - here's how it works:

Log onto www.iGive.com.  Register as a member – this is free.  Search for our "cause" – Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America – Greater NJ – then browse through the Directory of Stores to start shopping.  Some of the most popular stores are participants, including Target, EBay, Omaha Steaks, Land's End, Dean & DeLuca, Gap, Brooks Brothers, Disney, Fortunoff, and Pottery Barn; travel sites such Priceline, Delta, and Orbitz, and Marriott also are included. 

Remember - the only way CCFA-NJ will receive a donation is if you order through the
 i-Give website and choose Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America – Greater NJ, as your cause.  If you place your order directly through the store's website we will not receive the donation. 

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CONTACT INFO

New Jersey Chapter

45 Wilson Ave
Manalapan, NJ 07726

Phone: 732-786-9960
Fax: 732-786-9964
E-Mail: newjersey@ccfa.org

Staff:
Rosemarie Golombos, Executive Director
Barbara Fedorchak, Development Manager
Lisa Smicklo, Team Challenge Endurance Manager

Linda Reiss, Development Coordinator


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