November 9, 2022 Copiague

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The Babylon Cares Project Celebrates The Kick-Off Of Red Ribbon Week

CELEBRATING THE KICK-OFF OF RED RIBBON WEEK - The Babylon Cares

Project celebrated the Kick-Off of Red Ribbon Week at Babylon Town Hall led by Supervisor Rich Schaffer. Many of the villages and hamlets were represented by attending this historic kick-off in unity with Lindenhurst, Wyandanch, Deer Park, Babylon Village, Amityville, and Copiague. The 1st Pct Police Explorers presented the colors and the National Guard Counter Drug Task Force connected with multiple youth organizations representing Wyandanch featuring guest speaker Principal Paul Sibblies.

Bravo Foxtrot United Veterans Inc.

Bravo Foxtrot United Veterans Inc. is a new non-profit charitable organization that provides aid to our local homeless veterans. They provide

temporary housing as well as holistic therapy, in hopes to ease their transition for when they reunite with their loved ones and communities. Clothing

donations are graciously accepted. For additional information visit www. bravofoxtrot.org.

TILLY

3-4 month old female. A sweet affectionate and purring machine.

BILBO

2 year old Chihuahua. He thrives on attention. Loves to be pet and praised.

RANGER 2 year old male. Becoming more confident and looking for a family to love.

YUMI

1 year old female. Shy girl looking for a loving family to call her own.

MADISON 5 year old female. Lots of love to share and tons of energy.

LILY 7 year old female. Beagle mix. Friendly and personable with everyone.

MIKE

6 years old. Lhasa Apso. Outgoing, friendly, loves to share his toys and treats.

LULU

2 year old female. Doxy mix. A happy and affectionate personality.

Attend a parade or ceremony honoring veterans.

Thank a veteran for his or her service.

Host a garage sale, bake sale or event to benefit a veterans’ service organization.

Volunteer or donate to a VA Medical Center at volunteer.va.gov, or become a volunteer driver to transport veterans to VA hospital appointments at dav.org.

Some people look up to their heroes... I’m in love with mine. I couldn’t be more proud to walk side by side with him.

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Since Veterans Day occurs in November, our Charity of the Month is one of Suffolk County’s foremost advocates for the interests of our veterans, the Ronkonkoma-based Association for Mental Health and Wellness (MHAW).

MHAW offers a wide range of support services to Suffolk County veterans by connecting them with affordable housing, medical and mental health assistance, case management, financial and legal referrals, employment assistance programs, and food pantries to help combat food insecurity.

This article in particular focuses on one important component of MHAW’s veteran services, the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project. Named to honor the memory of an Iraq War hero and Army medic from Mt. Sinai who lost his battle with PTSD, the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project is a peer-to-peer initiative offered in collaboration with the Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency.

The Dwyer Project serves veterans, service members, and their families with such post-service transitional issues as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury, although a formal diagnosis is not required for participation. They offer weekly peer groups both in person and virtual, and they also host monthly in-person community resource activities as well as a bi-monthly senior veteran group.

The Dwyer Project’s trained “Veteran Peer Mentors” have served in various branches of the Armed Forces and understand the reintegration needs of those who have been in the military, regardless of era or branch of service. This Project accepts all veterans, no matter their discharge status. All group sessions are confidential and anonymous in a safe, and trusting environment, free of judgment.

“Peer specialists are critical allies for our veterans,” says Colleen Merlo, CEO of the Association for Mental Health and Wellness. “They understand what other veterans are going through and can offer

As described by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, peer support workers are “people who have been successful in the recovery process who help others experiencing similar situations. Through shared understanding, respect, and mutual empowerment, peer support workers help people become and stay engaged in the recovery process and reduce the likelihood of relapse.”

It is a true power to have this type of communication,” said one a local veteran that is involved with The Dwyer Project.

“My facilitators are fantastic in organizing programs and ideas for how to help each other. The group is fundamental to what we need. When you get veterans together and get them talking, they can work out their issues. This is one of the most important programs for veterans I have ever seen.”

The Dwyer Project’s free, confidential, peer-to-peer approach has attracted support from both veterans and mental health professionals statewide. In fact, this year’s state budget includes funding for this Project in all 62 counties. Additionally, a national veteran peer initiative is pending in Congress, and it all started here in Suffolk County.

If you are a veteran interested in peer-to-peer support, or if you know a veteran in need, call (516) 807-4952 or email mcorinne@mhaw.org. Also, please visit www.dwyerproject.org for more information.

To every veteran this Veterans Day and always, thank you for your selfless service.

support, advice, and suggestions to enhance recovery-oriented care.”

Copiague Memorial Public Library

Fall Blood Drive

Make an appointment between through November 30

Sign-up is online. Please join us for our virtual blood drive event for the Great Give Back. The Copiague Library has partnered with the New York Blood Center for our virtual blood drive. Each donation can save up to three lives in just one hour. Schedule your appointment with the New York Blood Center by visiting nybc. org/donate or calling 1-800-933-2566. Use our

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group code #19899 when registering to donate to be included in our effort to save lives. For more information visit nybc. org/. Registration is required.

Kids Need More Toy Donations

Donations accepted until December 17 Drop off new and unwrapped toys to the Library donation box!

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Long Island delivering gifts to children coping with cancer and serious illness. Please drop your donations off at the Library during normal business hours.

Spread the Warmth with our Mitten Tree Donations accepted between December 1 and January 2 Patrons can bring in new mittens, gloves, hats, scarves or socks and hang them on our Mitten Tree in the

Children’s Room. The items will be donated to local agencies for distribution to children and adults in need throughout the community. Please drop your donations off at the Library during normal business hours.

Holiday Food Drive through December 16 Help us help those who are hungry in our community. The Library, in conjunction with Long Island Cares, is

accepting donations of non-perishable food such as canned meats and vegetables, soup, cereal, tuna, pasta, sauce, rice, peanut butter, jelly and baby food. Please drop your donation off at the Library during normal business hours.

Monday, November 14 4:00 - 8:00 PM West Babylon Panera Bread 1025 Montauk Hwy

Support the Friends of

the Copiague Library and their efforts by dining at the West Babylon Panera Bread. Pick up a flyer at the Library to present with your order or mention the fundraiser before you order and 20% of your total purchase will go to the Friends. Enter code FUND4U for online orders.

Medicaid Enrollment Assistance for the Aged, Blind and Disabled Tuesday, November 15

3:00 - 7:00 PM

Representatives from the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council will assist aged, blind and disabled patrons in enrolling in various Medicaid programs that may be available to them. Assistance will be given on a first come, first served basis. For more information, please call the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council at 631435-3000.

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service transitional issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI). Support groups are led by veteran peers who can relate to the experiences of group members. Registration not required.

One-on-One

Medicare Counseling and Assistance

Friday, November 18

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Please make an appointment between 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM.

Register for a 30-minute one-on-one appointment

with a Suffolk County RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) volunteer from HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program) to answer questions and provide information regarding Medicare health insurance,

benefits, and savings programs. Appointments are required.

Wind Creek Casino Bus Trip Saturday, November 19

Departure from Library: 8:00 AM

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NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company, Plaintiff AGAINST Suffolk County Public Administrator, as the Limited Administrator of the Estate of Rosemarie Di Donna a/k/a Rose Di Donna a/k/a Rose Marie Di Donna a/k/a Rose Marie DiDonna; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 7, 2021 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on December 14, 2022 at 9:30AM, premises known as 228 Lake Drive, Copiague, NY 11726. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Copiague, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0100 Section 178.00 Block 02.00 Lot 020.000. Approximate amount of judgment $370,221.72 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 001425/2014. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District.

Donna England, Esq., Referee

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Dated: September 15, 2022

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