Resources

24/7 pre-hospital medical emergency care using the latest equipment while adhering to halachic guidelines. Hatzalah Assist app available on iOS and Android.

Volunteer nonprofit for non-medical emergencies including automotive help (flat tire, dead battery, locked car) and house emergencies. Currently looking for volunteers.

BCRV partnered with Sharsheret to provide local support and resources including peer support, surgical needs gemach, kosher meal delivery, and more. Volunteers wanted.

Seeks volunteers and seniors to visit. Call Cindy Baruch to volunteer.

Sponsored by Bikur Cholim of Raritan Valley. Meets monthly and is facilitated by a licensed social worker. No fee.

Volunteer opportunities in Middlesex, Union, or Somerset Counties. Companionship visits, administrative projects, phone calls. 16-hour specialized training over 3 weeks.

24-hour hospitality center across the street from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Open anytime to eat or relax. Contact for sleeping arrangements.

Volunteer: https://bikurcholimrv.org/volunteers/become-a-volunteer/

Programs and services meeting the unique emotional, social, and financial needs of families living with serious pediatric illness or loss. Local case manager: Sarita Kohn.

Facilitated by Marnie Kean, LCSW. Advanced registration required. Co-sponsored by The Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey.

Coordinated by The ROC of NJ (Chesed & Parnossa Network). Community-wide effort to help provide minyanim at shiva homes for Shacharis and Mincha/Maariv. Join the WhatsApp group.

JFS program providing kosher meals to homebound elderly and disabled. Volunteers needed to cover vacations and last-minute cancellations. Deliveries Monday/Wednesday/Friday with pick-up at Rutgers Hillel, New Brunswick at 10:00am.

Daily charity program. The funds donated to DadRV are currently being distributed to twenty-three organizations in the Highland Park/Edison/East Brunswick community, including Jewish Family Services, Bikur Cholim, Hatzalah, Tomchei Shabbos, Rabbis' discretionary funds, Yeshivot, Community Day Schools, the Kollel, Mikvaot, Chabad and Rutgers Hillel.

Jewish Family Services initiative providing pet food to families in need. Pets are considered members of the family. To donate, email to schedule a drop-off.

Provides a safe and welcoming space for displaced homemakers seeking community and balance during major life changes. Meetings held on the first Monday of each month from 11:00am to 12:00pm at the Jewish Family Service's North Brunswick office, 2C Blackhorse Lane.

Program serving senior community members. Urgently needs volunteers to assist with serving meals and engaging with senior attendees. Volunteers help on Mondays & Wednesdays.

Provides kosher food pantry, community resources assistance, counseling, immigrant services, career services, and senior services.

Serves Jewish communities in Monmouth and Middlesex counties. Provides nutritional, mental health, in-home health, financial and socialization support, Jewish educational experiences, and grants and loans for Jewish students and families.

No longer testing every week. Contact Rabbi Yosef Sayagh by texting for schedule availability in Highland Park.

Drop off with envelope in AI basement

Guest housing for your Simcha or any occasion. Hosted by Young Israel of East Brunswick.

Job board and employment assistance. Looking for work? Help with resume and search strategies.

Network of over 70 local volunteers providing support and assistance to single moms and dads with everyday tasks such as babysitting, financial guidance, errands and more. Particularly interested in adding handymen, plumbers, and other home maintenance professionals.

Organization of local Jewish entrepreneurs and professionals who wish to grow their business by receiving and referring leads in a relaxing Jewish social environment. Complimentary breakfast served. Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month, 7:30am–9:00am at VFW Hall (Behind University Radiology), 485 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick.

Ahuva Morris offers kallah classes for girls and women in the community from every background and at any stage of life. Trained with renowned Rochel Goldbaum from My Gift Of Mikvah. Services offered as Yoetzet Halacha in medical, psychological and halachic aspects of Taharas Hamishpacha. In person or Zoom.

Volunteer shidduch group assisting Orthodox Jewish singles of all ages and hashkafot.

Technology assistance group. Email to schedule an appointment.

Free assistance offering resumé coaching, interview coaching, LinkedIn networking coaching, and finding a mentor in your field. Over 100 neighbors have already received assistance.

Offers customized Torah learning partners/chavrusas. For a personalized study program of your choice, email your contact info.

Raritan Valley Orthodox Jewish Community Association