2025 Blog Posts – Page 2 – Family Promise of Sussex County

Warming Centers for Code Blue

January 16, 2025 2025 Blog Posts

January and February tend to have some of the most bitterly cold days of the season. According to the Newton Office of Emergency Management,

“Warming Centers are activated when a “Code Blue Alert” is issued by Sussex County Emergency Management. An alert will be issued when:

· Temperatures will reach 25 degrees Fahrenheit or lower without precipitation or 32 degrees Fahrenheit or lower with precipitation; or
· The National Weather Service windchill temperature will be zero degrees Fahrenheit or less for a period of two hours or more.
· Code Blue Alerts are declared 24-48 hours prior to onset of qualifying weather conditions whenever possible. Weather forecasts may change with little notice, in which case the alert will be issued as quickly as possible.”

Below is a list of Warming Centers for Sussex County. Residents can also call 211 after 4:30 for assistance. Let’s all do our part in helping our neighbors be comfortable and safe, especially in the colder months. We always welcome new coats, gloves/mittens, hats. You can drop them off at our office or order on-line with shipping to our location 19 Church St., Newton, NJ 07860. Thank you.

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Ten Questions for Self – Reflection

January 9, 2025 2025 Blog Posts

As previously stated, I do not believe in New Year’s Resolutions, in fact I recently heard that most resolutions are broken by January 19th. What I prefer is self- reflection. According to Calm self -reflection provides the following benefits:

· Helps gain perspective
· Increases self- awareness
· Helps you align with your core values
· Helps you respond to situations with more resilience and ease
· Promotes personal growth

So, as we reflect on 2024, here are Calm’s key questions to guide you through this exercise.

What brought me the most joy this year?
What were my proudest moments this year, and why?
Which experiences challenged me, and what did I learn from them?
Were there situations I wish I had handled differently? Why, and what could I learn from them?
Have I been true to my values and beliefs?
Did I step out of my comfort zone? If so, what did I discover about myself in the process?
Which personal qualities did I utilize most this year, and in what scenarios?
Were there goals I set but still need to achieve? What were the reasons, and how can I adjust my approach?
What am I grateful for?
How have I grown as a person?

Which do you prefer – New Year’s Resolutions or Self-Reflection. Wishing everyone a healthy and productive 2025!

New Year…New Reasons to Celebrate

January 2, 2025 2025 Blog Posts

Well, 2025 is here. Don’t know what happened to 2024 but the older you get the faster times goes by. Have you noticed that every day of the year seems to be some kind of “holiday” or “event”, like National Cheeseburger Day, or Nacho Day. I decided to do some research about events held in January. What I learned is that there are many, several in fact on the same day! Case in point, January 1st isn’t just New Year’s Day it is also….

· Mexican Independence Day
· National Bloody Mary Day
· International Public Domain Day (whatever that means)
· National Hangover Day
· National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day

Who knew?! The following day January 2nd is National Buffet Day as well as World Introvert Day When I mentioned this to a colleague her comment was funny having National Buffet Day right when many have New Year’s Resolutions…to eat better, go on a diet, etc. I’m also guessing that the last place any introvert wants to be is at a buffet, where a bunch of oftentimes strangers are in close proximity, handling the same serving utensils?!

Perhaps this abundance of celebratory days is to remind us to celebrate everyday and not wait for big or special events to do something special or fun. Do you have a day that is special to you that you celebrate each year?