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About jwatrel

I am a free-lance writer and Blogger. I am the author of the book "Firehouse 101" (IUniverse.com 2005) part of trilogy of books centered in New York City. My next book "Love Triangles" is finished being edited and should be ready for release in the Fall. My latest book, "Dinner at Midnight", a thriller is on its last chapter. My long awaited book explains the loss of the 2004 Yankee game to Boston. I work as a Consultant, Adjunct College Professor, Volunteer Fireman and Ambulance member and Blogger. I have a blog site for caregivers called 'bergencountycaregiver', a step by step survival guide to all you wonderful folks taking care of your loved ones, a walking project to walk every block, both sides, of the island of Manhattan "MywalkinManhattan" and discuss what I see and find on the streets of New York and three sites to accompany it. One is an arts site called "Visiting a Museum", where I showcase small museums, historical sites and parks that are off the beaten track both in Manhattan and outside the city to cross reference with "MywalkinManhattan" blog site. Another is "DiningonaShoeStringNYC", featuring small restaurants I have found on my travels in this project, that offer wonderful meals for .00 and under. So be on the lookout for updates on all three sites and enjoy 'MywalkinManhattan'. The third is my latest site, "LittleShoponMainStreet", which showcases all the unique and independent shops that I have found on my travels throughout and around Manhattan. I have started two new blog sites for the fire department, one "EngineOneHasbrouck HeightsFireDepartmentnj" for the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department to discuss what our Engine Company is doing and the other is "BergenCountyFireman'sHomeAssociation" for the Bergen County Fireman's Association, which fire fighters from Bergen County, NJ, go to the Fireman's Home in Boonton, NJ to bring entertainment and cheer to our fellow brother fire fighters quarterly.

Valuing the Invaluable: Putting a Dollar Value to Family Caregiving

Posted on May 21, 2017 by jwatrel

Valuing the Invaluable: Putting a Dollar Value to Family Caregiving. In 2013, about 40 million family caregivers in the United States provided an estimated 37 billion hours of care. The estimated value of care. The estimated value of their unpaid … Continue reading →

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Weatherization Assistance Program: Helping to lower your energy bills

Posted on May 21, 2017 by jwatrel

Weatherization Assistance Program: Helping to lower your energy bills. The Greater Bergen Community Action Weatherization Services Office 99 Passaic Street Garfield, NJ 07026 Phone: (973) 546-1441 Office Hours: 9:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday http://www.GreaterBergen.org Overview: GBCA’s Weatherization Program has helped more than 3,300 … Continue reading →

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Home Energy Assistance Program: Helping Individuals through temporary utility Payment Challenges

Posted on May 21, 2017 by jwatrel

Home Energy Assistance Program: Helping individuals through temporary utility payment challenges Greater Bergen Community Action Home Energy Assistance Services Office 316 State Street Hackensack, NJ 07601 Phone: (201) 488-5100 Office Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm-Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8:00am-7:00pm-Thursday (November-May only) http://www.GreaterBergen.org Overview: … Continue reading →

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In-Home Caregiver Education & Support Program

Posted on May 20, 2017 by jwatrel

In-Home Caregiver Education & Support Program Division on Disability Services One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor Hackensack, NJ 07601-7076 Phone: (201) 336-6504 TTY: (201) 336-6505 (Telecommunication for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing) Fax: (201) 336-6505 Website: http://www.co.bergen.nj.us In-Home Caregiver … Continue reading →

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Bergen County Nutrition Program: Senior Lunch for Active Seniors

Posted on May 18, 2017 by jwatrel

Bergen County Nutrition Program: Senior Lunch for Active Seniors Meals on Wheels for Homebound Seniors County of Bergen Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor Hackensack, NJ 07601 Telephone: (201) 336-7420 Toll Free: … Continue reading →

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Bergen County Home Delivered Meal Programs

Posted on May 17, 2017 by jwatrel

Please call the Bergen County Department of Senior Services for information on the Meal Delivered services. Continue reading →

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Bergen County Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services Aging and Disability Resource Connection Senior Activity Centers

Posted on May 13, 2017 by jwatrel

Bergen County Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services Aging and Disability Resource Connection Senior Activity Centers. Proudly serving Bergen County’s seniors since 1976. Something for Everyone! Bergen County operates ten Senior Activity Centers that are open to all … Continue reading →

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Caregivers Coalition of Bergen County: Join us as everyone is a caregiver or knows someone who is

Posted on May 13, 2017 by jwatrel

Please contact the Bergen County Caregivers Coalition for more information. Continue reading →

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The Social Scene: A Club for Adults with Special Needs

Posted on May 11, 2017 by jwatrel

The Social Scene: a club for adults with special needs For more information: web:http://thesocialsceneclub.com email: the socialscenenj@gmail.com Phone: (201) 241-0476 Visit us: Facebook.com/thsocialsceneclub Who we are: The Social Scene-A club for adults with special needs is a membership based, late … Continue reading →

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The Ladder Project: The Next Step to a Sober Life for Homeless Men

Posted on May 11, 2017 by jwatrel

The Ladder Project: the next step to a life for homeless men Ladder Main Office 261 State Street Hackensack, NJ 07601 Phone: (201) 342-0029 http://www.GreaterBergen.org Overview: The Ladder project is DHMAS licensed halfway house for homeless men as the next … Continue reading →

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