HUMAN SERVICES NEWSLETTER 2-7-23

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Mercer County Food Survey - Your Opinion Matters!

No one should have to worry about putting food on the table. Unfortunately, due to rising food prices and an uncertain economy, many Mercer County families are struggling to afford food. Trenton Health Team (THT), with support from Rider University and in collaboration with area food providers, wants to make sure Mercer County residents have access to the food they need during this difficult time and always. To better respond to residents' need for and use of free food resources like food pantries and free meal sites, THT is conducting the Mercer County Food Survey. Survey responses will help improve the availability of free food resources in the community. Households selected at random to take the survey will receive a postcard by mail with instructions for how to participate. Your opinion matters whether you need or use free food resources or not! The second round of the survey opened on Monday, Jan. 30. If you have any questions about the survey, please contact food@trentonhealthteam.org or call 609-337-4040.

Community Conversation | Black History Month 2023

Join West Windsor Arts for Community Conversation on Feb. 21 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. This event is free and recommended for those ages 16+. Please register in advance to attend.

In partnership with Rhinold Ponder of Art Against Racism, West Windsor Arts invites the community to join them for a viewing and discussion inspired by the current exhibition, "Manifesting Beloved Community," on view through March 4.

Take part in exploring what beloved community means to you by creating a journal entry through writing, drawing, and collage. Materials will be provided.

This is a hybrid event with Zoom access to those unable to attend in person.

For more information, visit the West Windsor Arts Website

ADULT TRANSITION PROGRAMMING

You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to receive Dept. of Human Services Newsletters. Reminder that if you want to view the current list of Request For Proposals and Bid Opportunities for Mercer County, click here!

To view the current list of available jobs with Mercer County, as well as various other career resources, please visit the Job Opportunities tab on the Mercer County Website. 

The Mercer County Department of Human Services fosters a comprehensive human service delivery system that enhances the health, safety, and quality of life for all residents of Mercer County. The department's goal is to create an environment of public trust by empowering and strengthening individuals and families, advocating for sound policy, mobilizing resources, and acting as champions for those citizens who are most vulnerable and in need of services.

Through its offices and divisions, the Department of Human Services provides funding to community-based organizations for those organizations to provide direct services to Mercer County residents. The department does not provide direct services to Mercer County residents, but directs Mercer County residents to where they can access services. With this funding, the Department of Human Services complies with procurement practices in accordance with the New Jersey Public Contracts Law 40:A:11-1 et seq.