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Food Distribution Event – Saturday, August 14th, 2021 @ 8am

The Union County Board of County Commissioners, the Village Super Market of Springfield Township, Gargiulo Produce and CMC are providing this drive up only food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Saturday, August 14th, 2021 @ 8am.

Location

Event Details

  • First 1,100 vehicles will receive shelf-safe food and fresh produce on a first come, first served basis.
  • One food distribution per vehicle, while supplies last.
  • Please make sure to clear out the vehicle’s trunk prior to arrival to make room for food bags.
  • Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
  • Event will take place rain or shine.

Click here to view and/or download the event flyer in English and Spanish. With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.

Stress Busting for Caregivers

Stress Busting for Caregivers is a free, evidence-based nine-week training program for caregivers of loved ones ages sixty years and over residing in Union County. Free course manual is included, which is a $20 value. Attend in person or virtually by registering here! Stress-Busting for Caregivers (SBC) offers:

  • Nine 90-minutes sessions presented by two certified Master Trainers.
  • Real-life strategies for managing stress — we’ll walk you through practical tips to apply in your caregiver role and self-care techniques you can use daily.
  • A caring, respectful, empathetic environment with others facing similar challenges – everyone here understands what you’re going through.
  • A holistic approach to addressing the emotional, physical, spiritual, and cognitive needs of family caregivers.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this course, along with additional details.

Food Distribution Event – Saturday, July 31st, 2021 @ 8am

The Union County Board of County Commissioners, the Village Super Market of Springfield Township, Gargiulo Produce and CMC are providing this drive up only food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Saturday, July 31st, 2021 @ 8am.

Location

Event Details

  • First 1,100 vehicles will receive shelf-safe food and fresh produce on a first come, first served basis.
  • One food distribution per vehicle, while supplies last.
  • Please make sure to clear out the vehicle’s trunk prior to arrival to make room for food bags.
  • Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
  • Event will take place rain or shine.

Click here to view and/or download the event flyer in English and Spanish. With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.

Emergency Food Distribution Event – Tuesday, July 27th @ 12pm

The Union County Board of County Commissioners, the Village Super Market of Springfield Township, and Gargiulo Produce are providing a walk-up food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Tuesday, July 27th. Click here or text “FindFood” for English, or text “Comida” for Spanish to 908 224 7776 to find helpful information quickly.

Location

Event Details

  • First 500 people will receive dairy, shelf-safe food and fresh produce on a first come, first served basis.
  • One food distribution per household, while supplies last.
  • Bring a cart for the walk-up.
  • Refrigerate any perishable items shortly after distribution.
  • Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
  • Event will take place rain or shine.

Click here to view and/or download the event flyer in English and Spanish. With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.

Union County Mobile Vaccination Clinic On July 21st

The County of Union is offering a Mobile Vaccination Clinic at Wheeler Park in Linden on Wednesday, July 21st from 4:30pm until 7pm. The County is offering the choice of J&J (for those 18 years or older) or Pfizer (for those 12 years or older). Please remember to bring a form of identification for those who want to be vaccinated. Open to anyone who lives and/or works in Union County. For your GPS, please use 290 West Stimpson Ave, Linden, NJ 07036.

WildFlowers

The Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce that The WildFlowers will be the next performer in the County’s free drive-in concert series. The event is free but registration is required online in advance to reserve a spot. Please note that space is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis.

Food Distribution Event – Saturday, June 26th, 2021 @ 8am

The Union County Board of County Commissioners, the Village Super Market of Springfield Township, Gargiulo Produce and CMC are providing this drive up only food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Saturday, June 26th, 2021 @ 8am.

Location

Event Details

  • First 1,000 vehicles will receive shelf-safe food and fresh produce on a first come, first served basis.
  • One food distribution per vehicle, while supplies last.
  • Please make sure to clear out the vehicle’s trunk prior to arrival to make room for food bags.
  • Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
  • Event will take place rain or shine.

Click here to view and/or download the event flyer in English and Spanish. With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.