Local Assistance Board
Social Services Director:
Jo-Ann Forcellati
(201) 664-1849 Ext. 25
socialservices@oldtappan.net
Board Members
Joan Brodeur
Nancy Graham
Nora Mann
Michele Mascolo
Crissy Rosenblum
Nichole Scott
Local Assistance Board
Old Tappan Social Services is coordinated by the Director of Social Services and a committee of locally appointed residents, who together, constitute the Local Assistance Board. The Board works together to help our neighbors maintain their quality of life and personal dignity during times of unexpected hardship.
The mission of the Local Assistance Board is to assess the social, health, welfare and recreational needs of the residents of Old Tappan and assist in a confidential, supportive and professional manner during difficult times. These services are available to children, individuals, couples, families, seniors and the disabled in our community.
DONATIONS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME
Food and Pantry Supplies can be dropped off at the Borough Hall during regular business hours, Monday-Friday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Items can be placed outside the Social Services door. A sample of items needed are:
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Pancake mix and syrup |
Cereals |
Individual packed oatmeal (instant) |
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Body wash/soap |
Pasta sauce & Pasta |
Macaroni and cheese dinner |
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Lotions |
Peanut butter, jelly |
Shampoos and Conditioners |
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Paper towels |
Oil and mayonnaise |
Sugar |
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Kleenex |
Cookies, crackers |
Flour |
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Toilet paper |
Coffee, Tea (decaf) |
Detergent (laundry and dish) |
| Tuna fish - Albacore |
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Gift Cards are always welcomed
There is a Gift Card Donation Card box located in the Borough Hall for your convenience. Contributions can be mailed to or dropped off at Borough Hall. Contributions are tax deductible
Social Services greatly appreciates and accepts donations of food, gifts, volunteer services, financial donations from individuals, organizations, schools and businesses and distributes them to area residents as needed. With the help of these individuals and organizations, Social Services is able to provide our community with Special Programs such as:
Adopt-a-Family Holiday Program, Holiday Gift Program, Make-a-Senior-Smile Program, Spring/Fall Yard Cleanup, Snow Removal, Food Pantry, Emergency Financial Assistance, etc., which are all possible through our community contributions.
Please continue to help us help others.
Social Services FAQ
How can I help Old Tappan Social Services?
a) Financial Contributions
b) Donations to the Food/Supply Pantry
c) Volunteer your time
d) Get your organization involved in our programs
What programs does Old Tappan Social Services offer:
a) Adopt-A-Senior (On-going contact with senior members in our community, providing friendship, social calls, grocery shopping and extras),
b) Food/Supply Pantry (Stocked by contributions from individuals and local organizations),
c) Gift Certificates to Local Stores (Funded by individuals and local financial contributions),
d) Holiday Programs (Adopt-A-Family, Adopt-A-Senior, Holiday Gift Program, Holiday Wish Tree, Holiday Gift Cards),
e) Bi-Monthly Meal Program (Provided by local businesses, organizations, and individuals and delivered by volunteers).
f) Case Management /Information/Referral (Office hours by Appointment only).
g) Emergency Financial Assistance (Offers help to provide emergency rent, payment of utility bills, medical needs, aftercare, etc., funded by donations)
How are referrals received?
Residents can call the Old Tappan Social Services Office directly for assistance. We also receive referrals from our schools, churches, and concerned residents.
Financial donations are always appreciated.
These checks should be made out to Old Tappan Social Services and mailed to the Borough Hall at 227 Old Tappan Road.
The annual donation request letter can be accesed by clicking the blue link above ton the left or wait for the annual Old Tappan resident mailing. Please consider a tax deductible donation to support our programs.