Community Programs
Service to our community is an important part of our program as it provides an opportunity for students to practice their leadership skills. Throughout the year we hold numerous service events for our members to partcipate in.
Open to all grades @ CareOne in Livingston (68 Passaic Ave, 2nd building in back:
Halloween Parade @ Care One: Oct 31, 2011 (3:00 – 4:00 pm). Come in your favorite Halloween costume.
Holiday Talent Show @ Care One: Dec 17, 2011 (2:00-3:00 pm)
Spring Talent Show @ CareOne: April 21, 2012 (2:00-3:00 pm)
Leaders grades 3 and up play Bingo and socialize with residents at CareOne in Livingston (68 Passaic Ave, 2nd building in back) - 6:45 pm to 8:00 pm
2012: January 5, February 2, March 1, and May 17
For information about volunteering@ Care One or performing in the Talent Show, email us at lycs@livingston.org
Shoe Collection Drive 2011
Photo: Avika Bansal
Building on a successful shoe drive for charity last year when they lived in Secaucus, the Bansal family, now residing in Livingston, is hoping to exceed the 1200 pairs of shoes that they collected. “As a family, we feel it is important to contribute to the community, and help others in need,” said Avika, a student at Riker Hill Elementary, and member of LYCS Leaders. Avika got the idea for the shoe collection drive from reading stories of kids in leadership positions who were doing similar activities that benefited others. This time around Avika’s younger sister Anusha, is also joining the effort to collect NEW socks to go along with the shoes.
The Livingston community is invited to give the gift of shoes (and socks) by dropping off their donations at Riker Hill Elementary School, the Livingston Public Library, Monmouth Court Community Center, and the Senior Community Center (levels 1 & 2). The collection drive will begin on February 12th, 2011 and end on February 18th, 2011. The shoes will be distributed to more than 400 local shelters and orphanages by the John Wesley Methodist Church, in East Rutherford, NJ.
Hugs from Home – Valentine Edition 2011
Photo from L to R: Darren Cohen, Gabby Kim, Vincent Collucci, Zac Brower, Kevin Banzhaf, Madan Atreya, Ryan Saccoman, and Jared Comras
LYCS Peer to Peer students were busy last week sorting the Hugs from Home – Valentine Edition Community Collection for Troops serving in Afghanistan. Students from Harrison School and senior residents at CareOne in Livingston made Valentine Cards to accompany the gifts. This was truly a community event spearheaded by LYCS Leaders, it brought together young and old in the season of love and friendship. In total 18 boxes weighing 377 obs 3 oz were sent overseas. These packages, donated by the generosity of the Livingston community is a small token of our appreciation to those who sacrifice themselves for our freedom, and who are far from home and family.
Pictured L to R: Jesica Porcelli, Danielle Sanz, Sydney Arnold, and Leah Dolin.
Livingston Youth and Community Services (LYCS) Leaders and senior residents at CareOne in Livingston joined forces to make Valentine’s Day a special occasion for Troops serving in Afghanistan. “We all had a great time making Valentine Cards,” said Patty Arnold, LYCS Leader. “The senior residents not only made cards for the Troops, but also made them for family and friends. The students really did a wonderful job helping the residents.” The Valentine Cards will be added to the Livingston community Hugs from Home campaign which was spearheaded by LYCS Leaders.
Toys 4 Tots 2010
The Livingston Youth and Community Services (LYCS) Leaders Toys 4 Tots 2010 campaign was a great success with 25 white sacks filled with an assortment of games, toys, dolls, action figures, art and painting supplies, and more… donated by the kind generosity of the Livingston community. This collaborative project was spearheaded by LYCS Leaders and included the Heritage Middle School Student Council, and staff at the YMCA of Essex County, the Livingston Public Library, the Senior Community Center, Monmouth Court Community Center, and the West Essex Tribune’s office. These wonderful gifts brought holiday cheer to less fortunate children in Essex County.
The toys were distributed by the Mental Health Association of Essex County (MHAEC) and several different programs were able to take advantage of Livingston generosity, and used the toys and games to brighten up the holidays for many children. These included children served in the agency’s unified care management program and children from the Latino Outreach Program. Gifts were delivered to children seeking shelter with their homeless families, and to children engaged in mental health treatment. Whenever possible, gifts for the children were given to their moms and dads who in turn became a special “Santa” and delivered their gifts to their own children, helping to strengthen family bonds.
In a time of economic difficulties and high unemployment, LYCS Leaders and the Livingston community displayed humanity, kindness and wonderful generosity. In all, 370 gifts were delivered, making this a holiday season to remember.
Hugs from Home – Summer Campaign 2010
LYCS will be spearheading a summer campaign to collect items for Hugs from Home for Troops serving in Afghanistan. The campaign will start on May 1st and end on Memorial Day, May 31st. Baskets will be placed at the Livingston Library; West Essex YMCA; Senior Community Center level one and level two; Monmouth Court Community Center; Livingston Main Fire Station; and the West Essex Tribune Office. We will also be collecting cards and thank you notes for the soldiers to be included in the packages.
Items include grooming and beauty items i.e. tooth brushes, tooth paste, soap, shampoo & conditioner, feminine hygiene products, sanitizers, sunscreen, lip balm, or other toiletries; food items in non-crushable packages i.e. oreos and other cookies, pringles potato chips, doritos, slim jim’s beef jerky etc…; miscellaneous items i.e. word puzzles, cards, travel games, baseballs, frishbees, etc…
TOYS 4 TOTS 2009
Thanks to the wonderful generosity of Livingston families, children and the entire Livingston community, Toys for Tots collected nineteen large white bags filled with an assortment of games, toys, dolls, action figures, art and painting supplies. The toys were distributed to less fortunate children throughout Essex County by staff at the Mental Health Association of Essex County (MHAEC). In total, 139 gifts were delivered to children in foster care, those seeking shelter with their homeless families and to children engaged in mental health treatment. Marvin Gorsky, Senior Director of Counseling, Children and Family Support Services at MHAEC wrote a letter of thanks that stated “Especially in a year with a difficult economy along with high unemployment, we truly praise the efforts of the Livingston community for its display of humanity, kindness and wonderful generosity.”
HUGS FROM HOME – THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY 2009 
Was a great success with over 1,000 goodie bags filled with candy and assorted toiletries, books and games packed in 29 boxes, weighing 879 lbs 2oz was shipped to Troops serving in Afghanistan. Thank you to Livingston residents for your generosity. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday!
Pennies for Puppies 2009
Money and cotton towels for puppies in support of the Seeing Eye program. Collections start September 26, 2009 thru January 31, 2010. A puppy from The Seeing Eye will be ‘adopted’ by Livingston before the end of the school year.
Anita and Campy kick-off Pennies For Puppies
Anita Eigen and her dog, Campie, visited LYCS Leaders on October 3rd to kick off the Pennies for Puppies Campaign.For more information call Susan Ridley at 973-535-2646 or e-mail lycs@livingston.org
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Festivities at CareOne Dog Show
CareOne Livingston recently held a Dog Show. Numerous participants, both human and canine had a barking good time socializing with the residents. CareOne in Livingston is a Senior Care Company that offers Long Term Living, Assisted Living and Post Acute Rehabilitation services. CareOne offers the highest standards of care in gracious, professionally managed Centers and Communities.
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