Parents, caregivers, and children recently attended a special Family Expo hosted by the Journey Family Success Center at Project Self-Sufficiency . The Family Expo featured educational forums, interactive exhibits, dinner, and fun activities for the whole family. Participants also received valuable information about childhood development, and c ommunity agencies were on hand to provide additional resources and expertise. A gift card drawing, prizes, and giveaways were highlights of the evening. “The Family Expo offers a delightful experience for families, with hands-on exhibits that encourage participation and various activities that are designed to educate as well as entertain,” remarked Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency. “Because we also spotlight summer family activities, the Family Expo is a perfect opportunity to plan summer outings while connecting with other families. We are grateful to the social service agencies and healthc...
A select number of teens can receive paid employment and learn valuable workplace skills at the Summer Youth Employment Program at Project Self-Sufficiency , Monday – Thursday, July 6 th – August 6 th . Rising Sussex County high school sophomores and juniors are invited to apply; eligibility guidelines include family income, transportation status, current enrollment in high school, and other factors. Candidates will be assessed and interviewed prior to admittance to the program. Free transportation to and from Project Self-Sufficiency will be provided to participants; use of the transportation program and references from high school staff members are required. Those who have previously participated in the Summer Youth Employment Program are ineligible. Space is extremely limited; applications must be received by June 12th. The Summer Youth Employment Program offers teens a wide variety of work experiences, handling everything from cleri...