Date: Sunday, March 18, 2012 10am-2pm
Location: St. Anthony of Padua Church
156 Maxwell Avenue Hightstown NJ
- Physicians and health professionals will provide FREE health screenings (for participants age 18 or older) for Blood Pressure and Cholesterol.
- Individuals who qualify for FREE mammograms and vision screening must make an appointment by calling 1-888-897-8979.
- Other activities include: Ask the Doctor and Ask a Lawyer
- Light refreshments will be available
Participants include: UMCP Breast Health Center, UMCP Sleep Center, UMCP’s Cancer Program, Breast Cancer Resource Center, PHCS Community Education & Outreach, Greater Mercer TMA, Johnson & Johnson, NJ FamilyCare, Hightstown Health Department, Rise: A Community Service Partnership, Ryan Start Lilienthal Law Offices, The Latin American Legal Defense & Education Fund Inc., West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance (WWBPA), Womanspace and more! The Community Health Fair is supported by a generous grant from Church and Dwight.
East Windsor Township Food Drive Supports RiseThe East Windsor Township’s New Year’s Food Drive ends January 31. Non-perishable food items will be donated to the Rise Food Pantry and the Green House Food Pantry. Donations are being accepted at the following locations:
- East Windsor Municipal Building (16 Lanning Boulevard) during regular business hours
- Police Building (80 One Mile Road) at any time
- Rescue Squad, District 2 (on Twin Rivers Drive)
We are seeking individuals with a diverse set of skills who are interested in serving as Rise Board members. As a member of the board, you will influence the decisions regarding implementation of social services within your own community. The Board members will provide strategic direction and guidance for the organization.
Prospective members will be asked to submit a Board Application Form and volunteer for a subcommittee and will be invited to attend a minimum of three (3) board meetings over a six (6) month period. For additional information, please contact the Rise office 609-443-4464.
Rise to the TASKTASK is coming to Hightstown…
The Rise Partnership is teaming up with the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen to create a weekly community soup kitchen for the residents of Hightstown and East Windsor. Every Thursday from 4:30pm to 6:00pm, come to the First Methodist Church at 187 Stockton Street in Hightstown for a FREE meal. All are welcome.
MLK Sleepy Time DriveIn Honor of Martin Luther King Jr., Rise is sponsoring the Sleepy Time Drive.
Make a Child’s Bedtime A Cozy One!
Please help us by donating some of the essentials. Rise is requesting toothbrushes, toothpaste, bedtime books, pajamas and slippers. Food or Drug Store Gift cards are also needed. Contact us to provide a contribution.