The holiday season is almost officially here — with Halloween just about wrapped up. And while Hoboken and most of Hudson County are known for their young residents, it is really our senior citizens that are the backbone of our community. In honor of the Thanksgiving season and in memory of our late friend, Vinny Wassman, we are gathering to show our love and support of our seasoned neighbors with a special greeting card event. Keep reading to learn more about the Hoboken Girl Helps event — our greeting card-writing volunteer get-together on November 5 th at House of ‘Que.
About the Event
Join us as we craft greeting cards to brighten the days of Hudson County’s 65 and over age group and get into the holiday spirit. We will gather at Hoboken’s House of ‘Que {340 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken} on Tuesday, November 5th from 7:00-9:00PM {RSVP here and you must bring your own supplies — see below for more info!}.
Food and drink will be available for purchase as well as their weekly trivia night. To participate, we are asking that participants all bring their own supplies {also come with the spirit of “sharing is caring”} — think construction paper, markers, crayons, colored pencils, stickers, etc. Suggested verbiage for the cards will be provided, but creativity is welcome as well. You can make as many cards as you want!
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Why We’re Hosting This Event
Cards will be delivered to senior housing facilities right in our own neighborhoods to brighten the days of the residents. We thank you for your help and support and can’t wait to gather for this worthy cause.
The Details
What: A Seniors’ Greeting Card-Writing Event
When: Tuesday, November 5th from 7:00PM-9:00PM
Where: Hoboken House of Que {340 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken}
Why: Brighten the day of a senior citizen right in our own back yard — and give back locally {especially before the holidays!}
HOW TO REGISTER/JOIN US:
To join us, please register via this link {it’s free but we need a headcount and have a max quota}, and come prepared with your own supplies.
Supplies needed include:
– blank cards {minimum of 12}
– stickers
– pens
– markers
– construction paper
– decorated/pre-sorted cards
– and of course a “sharing is caring” attitude as we’ll all be sharing said supplies.
Food and drink will be available for purchase at House of ‘Que – we have just reserved the tables for everyone!
FYI: There is a limited # of seats, so please RSVP and if you cannot make it last minute, please email [email protected] to let us know.
If you are a local stationery maker or vendor, we’d love for you to donate supplies/help out! Please email [email protected] if you’re interested in donating supplies by Friday, 11/1. We’d need the supplies by Monday, 11/4.
If you know of a senior center or person who would like to receive cards, please email [email protected] so we can add them to our list of seniors.
Can’t wait to spend the evening making new friends + giving back to our senior community in Hudson County! To RSVP, click here.
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This Hoboken Urgent Care is Open Every Day of the Year
This article is sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS.
When you feel sick, it’s important to have access to fast, convenient, high-quality medical care. Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS, located at 5 Marine View Plaza Suite 101 in Hoboken, is now open and is providing just that to Hoboken locals. This office covers traditional urgent care services + advanced diagnostics with board-certified emergency physicians, treating pediatric, adult, and geriatric urgent medical needs. Plus, it now accepts most major insurance plans. Keep reading to learn more about this comprehensive urgent care medical practice in Hoboken.
Disclaimer: This article is sponsored, and for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.
Urgent Care + Diagnostic Services in One Location
Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS provides coordinated care as part of the state’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare network. It is accredited by the Urgent Care Association (UCA) Accreditation Program.
“Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS facilities are equipped to handle a wide range of medical concerns, giving patients a one-stop shop for treatment,” Arthur Calise, DO, FACOEP, board-certified emergency medicine physician and Medical Director for both West Orange and Hoboken Urgent Care PLUS locations, told The Hoboken Girl.
The team includes board-certified emergency physicians, professional nurses, and support staff who are skilled and experienced in handling medical emergencies. Patients of all ages can receive treatment for a variety of conditions including broken bones, allergic reactions, vomiting, flu, headaches, and burns.
The Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS in Hoboken is open every day of the year — including holidays. No appointment necessary for treatment.
With board-certified emergency physicians on staff, patients can receive fast, high-quality medical care, diagnostic tests, and advanced imaging all under one roof.
Most Major Insurance Plans Accepted
Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS accepts most major insurance plans including United Healthcare, Oxford, Cigna, Medicare, Horizon, and AmeriHealth. The practice will also start accepting Brighton soon.
By accepting so many insurance plans, Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS sets itself apart from other urgent care practices. This Hoboken practice has lower out-of-pocket copays than going to an emergency department, meaning more patients can access reliable + affordable healthcare services. Disclaimer: you should always consult with your insurance provider for exact rates.
Not only is Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS cheaper than going to the emergency room, it’s also a great alternative for patients who don’t need emergency room care but don’t know where to turn.
Enhanced Patient Experience
The new Hoboken facility has state-of-the-art imaging modalities, like X-rays, CT Scans, EKGs, and Ultrasounds, along with advanced on-site labs for diagnostics.
Patients will experience a clean, safe, spacious, low-stress environment as soon as they walk through the doors. The team prides itself on providing elevated customer service and shorter wait times compared to emergency departments.
If follow-up appointments are needed, the network of providers has access to medical records and health histories to ensure that the patient-centered care team is all cooperatively involved in ongoing treatments.
“We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, coordinated care to the communities we serve and look forward to giving patients a convenient new alternative to the emergency room or traditional urgent care centers,” Dr. Calise said.
Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS is located at 5 Marine View Plaza Suite 101 in Hoboken. You can call 848-308-4612 with questions.
