Jackson Township Commission for the Disabled / Handicapped Meeting of May 18, 2022 Minutes

Co-Chairpersons Sharon Hollander and Christine Dolan called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm followed by a flag salute.

Present: S. Hollander, D. Andreas, K. Galano, C. Dolan, S. Iorio, W. Cooper, K. Cladek Absent: S. Fries

Ceramics – going well, 7-8 attending. Clients made a Garden Flag and Patriotic Bear at the last two sessions.

Movie Royalty – Sharon stated that the Commission will pay half of the 289 movie "fee" with the Senior Center so that clients may watch movies.

Helping Hands – The end of the year party will be held on Thursday, June 16, 2022.

Challenger Softball – Eleven clients are on the roster, several have dropped out. The last game will be against Freehold on May 22. Trophies and goodie bags are on order. Kristen is chairing the event.

Spring Fling – Approximately 67 were in attendance and everyone enjoyed the day. There was a walk-in family that also attended.

Elks Sponsored BBQ - Sunday, May 22, 2022. 63 have responded that they will be attending.

Painting Event – This will be an in person event. Karen Galano will chair. Will check when the Senior Center is available.

Prom - Friday, June 17, 2022 at The Spring Lake Manor from 5 – 9 pm. 124 Invitations were sent out today. Purchase Orders have been prepared for Shop Rite, Oriental Trading and Costco for the event.

Soccer – September 9 through October 29. Dave Furbish will be coaching.

Bowling – July 8 through August 12 at Howell Lanes, 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Scott Martin and Sharon Hollander are co-chairs for the event.

Chariot Riders – A quote has been obtained and a Purchase Order will be prepared.

Halloween Party – October 23 1 – 4 pm at the Senior Center. Trunk or Treat and party.

Holiday Party – December 4 at the AmVets 12 – 4 pm