News from Project Self-Sufficiency

The women in the most recent graduating class from Project Self-Sufficiency’s Higher Opportunities for Women (HOW) employment skills training program have gained far more than just marketable office skills.   Several graduates have already secured employment while others will be building on their progress by furthering their education.   All of the participants have gained confidence, a sense of professionalism and the support of a peer group as they continue on the road to self-sufficiency.   The sixteen-week HOW program combines intensive computer skills training with classroom instruction and off-site externships to prepare women who have been out of the work force or underemployed to seek entry-level office administrative positions.     The program is funded in part by a donation from the Huber Family, longtime supporters for Project Self-Sufficiency.   Computer training and classroom instruction takes place at the agency’s campus which is located ...

Blairstown-area residents are invited to learn advanced Microsoft Word at a free class offered at Project Self-Sufficiency’s Main Street location on Thursdays, February 8 th – 22 nd , from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.; some income guidelines apply.   Students will learn word-processing techniques, including the creation of professional-looking letters, faxes, newsletters and other documents, as well as the use of mail merge features used to print mailing labels and address letters to multiple recipients.   The agency’s computer lab is located in the First Presbyterian Outreach Center at 35 Main Street in Blairstown.   A complete roster of free computer classes and employability skills courses are offered at Project Self-Sufficiency’s Newton location all year long, including classes in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; QuickBooks accounting software; and courses designed just for seniors and for men.   To register, or for more information, c...

Fresh, refrigerated and frozen food is available at reduced prices through the Jolin Food Box food assistance program.   The wide variety of ordering options include breakfast-lunch-dinner combination packs, boxes of dinner entrees, and special packages for children.   Each month features a variety of high-quality menu items from seafood and poultry to baked goods and prepared meals.   The price of a single box ranges from $20 - $40.   There is no limit to the number of boxes an individual or family can purchase, and the menu changes each month.   Interested residents can order online with a credit card at www.jolinfoodbox.com or by calling Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500.   Payment is made when the order is placed.   The next deadline for placing an order is Wednesday, February 14th; delivery will be made to Project Self-Sufficiency on Saturday, February 24 th , between 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.   To find out more about the ...