O.C.E.A.N., Inc.

O.C.E.A.N., Inc. O.C.E.A.N., Inc. serves clients Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Please note that on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 8:30 a.m.

to 11:30 a.m., services are available by appointment only

This Labor Day, we recognize the dedication and contributions of workers throughout our communities. We wish everyone a ...
09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we recognize the dedication and contributions of workers throughout our communities. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday.

You are more than your belongings. This free peer group provides a safe, respectful environment for individuals experien...
09/04/2026

You are more than your belongings. This free peer group provides a safe, respectful environment for individuals experiencing clutter challenges, having too much stuff or displaying hoarding disorder behaviors. Participants can connect with others and explore supportive strategies without judgment or pressure.

Fourth Thursday of each month
6:00–7:30 p.m.
MHAOC Administration Office
1747 Hooper Avenue, Unit 15, Toms River

RSVP to [email protected] or simply attend.

O.C.E.A.N., Inc. is proud to congratulate Sharonda Sheppard, Director of Direct Services, on earning her Certified Commu...
09/03/2026

O.C.E.A.N., Inc. is proud to congratulate Sharonda Sheppard, Director of Direct Services, on earning her Certified Community Action Professional (CCAP) credential.

The CCAP credential is a nationally recognized designation within the Community Action network that reflects a professional’s knowledge, leadership, experience, and commitment to the mission of helping individuals and families achieve greater stability and self-sufficiency. Earning this certification demonstrates a strong understanding of Community Action principles, effective program leadership, and the importance of creating meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Congratulations, Sharonda, on this well-deserved professional achievement!

OCEAN COUNTY EMERGENCY ALERTCode Red Extreme Heat Advisory is active TODAY, September 3, 2026. The heat index is expecte...
09/03/2026

OCEAN COUNTY EMERGENCY ALERT

Code Red Extreme Heat Advisory is active TODAY, September 3, 2026. The heat index is expected to reach a dangerous 102°F!

FREE Cooling Centers are open TODAY from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM to keep you safe and hydrated.

CENTRAL COUNTY HUB (Open 7 Days):
1959 Route 9, Toms River (Bright Harbor Health Care)
732-569-1042 (Max Capacity: 60)

SATELLITE SITES (Please call to verify status):
Just Believe (Lakehurst): 732-279-6157
Warm Hearts (Lakewood): 732-900-1724
Toms River Homeless Coalition: 848-223-7284
HABcore (Pelican Inn, Toms River): 732-639-4769

Help grow fresh, healthy produce for the community at the Sadie Vickers Community Garden. Volunteers are welcome on the ...
09/02/2026

Help grow fresh, healthy produce for the community at the Sadie Vickers Community Garden. Volunteers are welcome on the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Location: Sadie Vickers Community Resource Center
62 First Avenue, South Toms River, NJ 08757

Learn more at www.sadievickers.org or call 1-848-226-3930.

09/01/2026

A service of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, the County Connection provides residents with Ocean County Government services in one convenient location.

In addition, the County Connection hosts other agencies and programs to assist residents throughout the month. See what's happening this month on the September calendar of events below.

For more information call, 732-288-7777.

Registration is open for New Jersey’s 11th Annual Su***de Prevention Conference, “Building the Bridges of Hope: Upstream...
09/01/2026

Registration is open for New Jersey’s 11th Annual Su***de Prevention Conference, “Building the Bridges of Hope: Upstream Approaches to Su***de Prevention.”

The free virtual event will be held Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. and will feature keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and opportunities to earn CME and CE credits.

Register directly: https://njsuicidepreventionconference.vfairs.com/en/register

South Jersey Legal Services is presenting a free informational webinar addressing what may happen to your house or apart...
08/31/2026

South Jersey Legal Services is presenting a free informational webinar addressing what may happen to your house or apartment when filing for bankruptcy. Topics will include Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, past-due mortgage or rent payments, foreclosure, eviction and income considerations.

Thursday, September 24, 2026
10:00–11:00 a.m., followed by a Q&A
Presented via Zoom

Register: https://bit.ly/48tS1Ui

Registration is required. This webinar provides general information only, and individual cases will not be discussed.

Address

40 Main Street
Toms River, NJ
08754

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

(732) 244-5333

Website

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