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OCNJ CARE, a volunteer organization formed hours after the hurricane subsided, has already helped hundreds of Ocean City residents with food, clothing and shelter needs.
The group has recruited dozens of volunteers from Ocean City and surrounding areas. CARE project partners include the City of Ocean City, Chamber of Commerce, Ecumenical Council, School District, St. Peters United Methodist Church, the Ocean City Tabernacle, Board of Realtors, Ocean City PTA, and the local Firemen and Policemen’s Benevolent Associations.
The most pressing need at this point is cash donations to assist residents in obtaining temporary housing and to cover disaster related injuries, says Drew Fasy, CARE chairperson.
People have to be relocated and need financial assistance.
Fasy notes that some property owners have offered their rental units and in some cases summer homes, but the need goes far beyond that although he would appreciate on-going help from second homeowners.
Checks should be made out to OCNJCARE and mailed Post Office Box 807, Ocean City, N.J. 08226, dropped off at Ocean City Home Bank, 10th and Asbury Ave or visit www.ocnjcare.org.
OCNJCARE in cooperation with their civic partners have established the following assistance centers:
RELIEF CENTER: Open daily 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. (worship Sunday, 8, 9, 10:45 a.m.) at St. Peters United Methodist Church — 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. free breakfast; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Coffee, Light Snacks, Sandwiches and charging stations; 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., free hot dinner.
MOST-NEEDED DONATIONS: Contributors are asked to take donations to the Ocean City Sports and Civic Center, 6th Street and Boardwalk. Open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sun. noon to 4 p.m., non-perishable food items, dry goods, new towels and cleaning supplies.
RELIEF KIT DISTRIBUTION & CLOTHING NEEDS: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Ocean City Tabernacle, 5th and Wesley Ave., non perishable food items, clean supplies and dry goods available.
SAMARITAN’S PURSE: Local base at Linwood Community Church 609-927-2950, free debris removal, cleaning and mold prevention. First priority given to uninsured and under insured properties.
WARD CAPTAINS: For additional assistance, calls confidental, help provided:
1st. Ward: Mike DeVileger, mdevlieger@ocnj.us (609) 231-8987.
2nd Ward: Antwan McClellan, amcclellan@ocnj.us (609) 517-6593
3rd Ward: Susan Sheppard, susansheppardocnj@yahoo.com (609)425-7710
4th Ward: Pete Guinusso, pguinusso@ocnj.us (609) 374-5272
OCNJCARE (Ocean City, clean up and recovery effort) is a not for profit organization 501 (c) (3)
Need help or want to help with relief efforts in Ocean City, register at www.ocnjcare.org
Suzanne coursen
10:15 pm on Monday, November 12, 2012
I am so very touched by the open arms of so many to bring warmth, love and necessities to the victims of this devastation. Family comes first, so God bless all of the families who are holding on to each other and with joint strength building new friendships, homes and restoration to a sacred island. This island was my childhood and that of my own children. In a renewed direction it will be the sacred island of many generations yet to be born. This year, every step forward is a new day of Thanksgiving! Thank you for seeing beyond yourself and lifting up those in even more dire situations. It's a beautiful thing to behold.
Suzanne Coursen
Sherrin
11:44 am on Tuesday, November 13, 2012
I am sure 2nd homeowners can help if they were spared the losses themselves. I am finding out insurance does not pay for drywall, or capeting that is not in living space. I am finding out that flood insurance doesn't cover what one would assume it covers so costs are climbing for our loss. I am extremely thankful I have a place to live that was not affected by flooding and hope that those who lost their homes or use of their homes and have no place to go are receiving the help that they need from FEMA and other sources. I know in Ocean City there are those who genuinely want to help people and I commend those that genuinely want to help.
johnathan
4:24 pm on Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Due to the leadership of this group, many of us would not want anything to do with it. That is sad, but that is true.
Frank Ruch
9:03 pm on Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Jonathan (Irene) I would agree that your many screen names on Patch is sad.
Fred Naegele
9:59 pm on Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Looks mlike the old LEMONTS MARINA sustained quite a bit of dock damage 1:47 on Jeff Holloways video. I can only imagine what damage was done to the interior and most important the pilings and sewer lines under the building as it is/was all totally exposed. Couldn't see all of the way to the end of the dock but the dock inbetween the store and the shop is all torn up as I would assume the dock between the North Star store and dock will need total replacement and that I saw from Chopper 6 News when they hovered over the marina.When I/WE had Lemonts from 1985 til 2002 we had several nasty storms. We survived narrowly with some dock damage and store and piling damage but not as bad as this one. Hopefully Art will be able to reopen this coming season but from where I sit it won't happen and that is a shame . I/WE feel so badly for ALL of the property owners in OC. The "OLD GIRL" ( Lemonts ) from what I understand was built back in the 20's. The structure is built in the old balloon style. In the Nor-easters she would rock & roll. After a while you wouldn't feel right that in a blowing Nor-easter she wouldn't rock & roll. Ah, well I sincerely hope that with time and much construction and much money the old girl will come alive again . Fred & Betty Ann Naegele
walt hays
12:42 pm on Sunday, November 18, 2012
I loved the old Lemonts- and nI still love fred and bettyann- it's walt hays you old farts-n hayswalt@yahoo.com get in touch!
Attention seeker
7:23 am on Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Thanks Frank for providing more opportunity to research that ip address Your cooperation is appreciated
walt hays
12:48 pm on Sunday, November 18, 2012
hey fred,I live in Mays Landing now- Remember that 1st boat you sold me! Called it "Brainless" how are Scott and Bruce? Saw a pic of people cleaning out Scott's place also- quite a storm!