NJVOAD (Voluntary Orgs. Active in Disaster) fosters cooperation and coordination in preparedness, response, and recovery.
Joined March 2015
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Pedro the Penguin, our lovable youth preparedness mascot, was out in Cumberland County yesterday! Our volunteers helped children attending an employee family day at the Federal Corrections Institute in Fairton, learn how to prepare for a cope with home fires.
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Jun 10
While filming our upcoming documentary, National VOAD visited a bridge-building project in NC. Through a partnership between Mennonite Disaster Service and Islamic Relief USA, families impacted by #HurricaneHelene are regaining access to their homes. #VOADMovement
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It's going to be hot the next couple of days, so be sure to stay safe in this heat! ☀️ If you need to find a cooling center, our friends at NJ 211 can help. Visit nj211.org or dial 2-1-1 to find a cooling center near you #NJVOAD #communityresources #sticktogether
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Spending time outdoors? Keep a look out for thunderstorms! ⛈️ Learn more ➡️ weather.gov/safety/thunderst… #WeatherReady #NJVOAD #communityresources #sticktogether
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For critical FIFA-related updates, transportation information, and real-time public safety alerts in the NY/NJ region, download the New Jersey State Police Public Safety App. Staying informed is an important part of ensuring a safe and enjoyable event experience.
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Jun 8
Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Find a place to donate near you today: hhs.gov/givingequalsliving/g…. #DonateBlood #HealthierNJ
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#ICYMI #NJVOAD is a proud partner organization of the RevolutionNJ initiative, NJ's official partnership charged w/planning & promoting NJ's commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. Learn more ➡ revnj.org/ #communityresources #sticktogether
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Jun 8
.@NJDHS’ Executive Director @_elizabethshill will be presenting at the “2026 Inclusive Mental Health Symposium: Transforming Care: Inclusive Mental Health Practices for People with Disabilities” on 6/18 from 11:15AM-12:15PM.
🔗Learn more and register here bit.ly/4oeWiCp
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Air quality is reported using the Air Quality Index (AQI). Do you know what these numbers and their corresponding levels mean? View the chart below to find out. To see the current air quality in your area, visit airnow.gov #NJVOAD #communityresources #sticktogether
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Jun 5
#DYK that seniors 60 and older could be eligible to receive benefits for purchasing locally grown fruits and vegetables through the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program this summer? Find your local Office on Aging to learn more: nj.gov/health/fhs/wic/senior… #HealthierNJ
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Jun 3
#PTSDAwarenessMonth—many can experience emotional distress, like anxiety, constant worrying & trouble sleeping, after a traumatic event. If you or someone you know is struggling with #PTSD, help is available.
💙 Help yourself & share to help others samhsa.gov/find-help
ALT PTSD Awareness Month, featuring information on mental health resources such as the Veterans Crisis Line, Disaster Distress Helpline, 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Findtreamtent.gov Findsupport.gov and SAMHSA's National Helpline..
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It's going to be warm the next few days ☀ Stay safe and remember that our friends at NJ 211 can help if you need to find a cooling center. Visit nj211.org or dial 2-1-1 to find a cooling center near you #NJVOAD #communityresources #sticktogether
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Jun 3
When should you call 911, 988, and 211? Call 911 for life threatening emergencies, 988 for emotional distress and crisis, and 211 for information on local community services in New Jersey.
Learn more: nj.gov/health/world-cup/reso… #HealthierNJ #FIFA2026
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Just over 70% of all out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen at home? That means the people most likely to need your help are the ones you love most.
Be ready to help:
❤️ Learn hands-only CPR
📍 Locate AEDs at home, workplace & community
📚 Get trained: redcross.org/Take-A-Class
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You’re ready for the beach, but are you #WeatherReady? 👀 Be prepared for, and know how to react to, weather and water hazards such as rip currents & dangerous waves, excessive heat, and lightning. Learn more ➡ weather.gov #NJVOAD #communityresources #sticktogether
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June is National #PetPreparedness Month 🐾 Be sure to include your pets in your family emergency plan: ready.gov/pets #PetPreparedness #NJVOAD #communityresources #sticktogether
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Last summer, NJ hospitals treated nearly 1,300 people with symptoms of heat-related illnesses—most of those emergency department visits were preventable. 😓
This week, join thousands of NJ residents learning how to stay safe when temperatures rise. ☀️ Check out the newly revamped Heat Hub NJ for symptoms, safety tips and resources. Visit: dep.nj.gov/heat-hub-nj/ehaw-… #NJHeatAwareness #NJEHAW2026
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Volunteers with @RedCross & @PSEGdelivers, together with Councilwoman Terri Briggs-Jones, OEM Sergeant Bethea, Deputy Chief Robinson & firefighters, go door-to-door in Plainfield's 4th Ward teaching #firesafety & installing 100 free smoke alarms. Photos: rdcrss.org/3PMQVh6
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Atlantic Hurricane Season has officially begun. Are you and your loved ones prepared? 👀 Know your risk and make your emergency plan before storms come our way ➡ ready.gov/hurricanes #NJVOAD #communityresources #sticktogether #HurricaneSeason
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