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Project Self-Sufficiency invites parents to share input on family services

NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Local parents are invited to share feedback on family needs, challenges and services during an upcoming meeting of the Journey Family Success Center Parent Advisory Board at Project Self-Sufficiency.

The meeting will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Project Self-Sufficiency, 127 Mill St. in Newton. Parents will be able to offer suggestions for future events and discuss concerns affecting local families.

Family Success Center staff will also discuss ways the agency can address issues facing parents and incorporate feedback into future programs.

Dinner and childcare will be provided for those attending in person. The meeting will also be available on Zoom. Participants interested in joining virtually may call 973-940-3500 for login information.

Those attending their first Parent Advisory Board meeting will be eligible to receive a gift card. Advance registration is required for the in-person session.

“Input from parents is crucial to the success of the Family Success Center and we are excited about offering residents the opportunity to meet area providers, express their concerns about gaps in services, and identify strategies for moving forward,” remarked Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency. “The Family Success Center has supported Sussex County parents and children for many years, and we are looking forward to responding to the needs of area families and incorporating their suggestions into existing and new programs for the community.”

For more information about the Parent Advisory Board or Journey Family Success Center programs, call 973-940-3500 or visit journeyfsc.org.

Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.

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