JACKSON – Members of the Jackson Elks Lodge 2744 helped a lot of families in need this winter and have more in store for February.
“We raised enough money to purchase Christmas gifts for 12 foster kids, so they can have a good Christmas,” Jackson Elks Exalted Ruler Joe LaMonica said.
He added that through grants by the Elks National Foundation, “we were able to provide Joy Rende, director of the Food Pantry, with boxes of food along with a check for $4,000.”
Members of the Elks posed with Jackson Food Pantry Director Joy Rende and her granddaughter who helps by volunteering at the food bank. LaMonica said, “a contingent of Jackson Elks came out to support our township Food Bank.”
LaMonica added that members also stopped by Chariot Riders in Manchester recently. “Linda Fazio, (the organization’s leader) and her staff provide equine therapy for kids with special needs and veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.
Fazio was presented a $2,000 check from LaMonica during their visit to the Chariot Riders.
Healthy Aging Program
Elks member Tim Murphy announced an upcoming event called Chitchat and Chew on Staying Safe at Home with Jackson Elks Lodge 2744.
The lodge, located at 1059 East Veterans Highway in Jackson, “is inviting the community to their lodge for a program and panel discussion about care options at home, fall prevention and home safety, in-home medical care services and proper nutrition for healthy aging from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on February 21,” Murphy said.
Murphy noted that representatives from several health care organizations would be presenting information and tips about staying safe at home as you age. Coffee and snacks are available. “There will be limited seating, so RSVP to vschubert@assistinghands.com or call 732-965-8209 by February 17.”
“The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is the premier charitable and patriotic fraternal organization in America. Elks lodges are places where neighbors come together, families share meals, and children grow up. Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans, and improve the quality of life,” he added.
For more information about the Elks contact Jacksonelks2744@gmail.com or call 732-363-4101.
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