YOUR WINTER PREP CHECKLIST FROM OEM
H i Neighbor. With the summer months bidding us a goodbye and colder weather around the corner, it’ s time to prepare.
First, our community has many senior citizens and when cold, stormy weather hits, it’ s a good time to check on their welfare and needs.
Second, it’ s time to prepare for our needs and safety during the winter season. The following list of issues and concerns can assist in preparation for certain events.
• In colder weather, the tires on your car can lose pressure that could prove difficult for handling the ride; take time and check periodically.
• Prepare for snow and ice by having shovels and brooms handy along with a bag of de-icer. I prefer a bag of fertilizer; it’ s better for surrounding soil.
• Remember the borough has a sidewalk ordinance that has guidelines for snow removal within 12 hours.
• For those of us who have gas powered snow blowers, check the dip stick for lube oil and refresh the gas along with starting prior to use. It would be smart to check the tires for pressure also.
• For houses with older windows and sashes with a need to winterize, I suggest the use of storm window rubber striping to fill the gaps rather than tape. Use a putty knife to press the strip into the openings.
• For residents who have and use fireplaces, make sure older chimneys are lined. The wood used for burning should be seasoned to eliminate creosote buildup and to prevent chimney fires.
• Another fire preventive tip is to not use wax candles for light during power outages. A good idea is to purchase re-chargeable lanterns or lanterns with batteries.
• Check your list of phone numbers for emergency help and don’ t forget to include utilities. Don’ t wait until they are needed.
• Check your gutters and leaders and be sure to channel water away from your home’ s foundations. A piece of plastic piping provides an excellent addition.
• Finally, be sure to change the filters on your hot air furnace and for those with hot water systems, be sure and lubricate the circulating pump with 3 and 1 oil.
At this time allow me to wish everyone a safe winter and joyful holiday season and don’ t forget your senior neighbors. Lex Saharic
OEM Coordinator
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In New Jersey, the term Foster Parent has been replaced with Resource Parent. This term more accurately reflects the Resource Parent’ s supportive role to the children, the children’ s family, and the professional team. The Resource Parent serves a critical role in supporting reunification efforts( the primary goal for most children entering out-of-home care). We need passionate, committed individuals / families like YOU who can offer loving guidance and support to children while their birth family mends. We are actively recruiting Resource Parents who are willing and able to provide a loving home to the following: Children and youth with behavioral health, developmental and medical needs Adolescent youth ages 13-17 Sibling groups of 4 or more New Jersey children and youth who are currently cleared for adoption have unique needs and include characteristics of the other 3 specialized populations described above.
CP & P will not preclude a person from being a foster parent based solely on their culture, religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, affectional orientation, or marital / civil union or domestic partnership status.
If you are interested, submit an inquiry using the link below for an opportunity to speak with a resource family recruiter: https:// family. binti. com / users / signup / new-jersey-community-resource-family-application-community
If you experience any issues with completing this inquiry please call 1-800-222-0047. There is no obligation after submitting the inquiry form.
Please note: If you are a relative or family friend looking to provide kinship care to a child who is in state care, please do not use the link above. Instead, please call 1-609-888-7055 for information on the kinship application process.
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