Ocean Partnership for Children to Host 5th Annual Candlelight Vigil

TOMS RIVER, N.J. - Oct. 9, 2024 - PRLog -- TOMS RIVER, NJ – Join Ocean Partnership for Children (OPC) for its 5th Annual Candlelight Vigil in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month on Thursday, October 10th at 6:30 PM outside the OPC office at 36 Washington Street, Toms River. In the event of inclement weather, the vigil will be moved indoors.

We welcome everyone to join us for our Candlelight Vigil which honors those affected by violence, providing a space for remembrance and reflection while raising awareness. It fosters community solidarity and support, encouraging dialogue and advocacy for change.

Domestic violence is a devastating reality that affects countless families worldwide. Beyond the immediate physical and emotional harm experienced by the victim, domestic abuse has lasting effects that ripple through the entire family, influencing the well-being of every member. At Ocean Partnership for Children, we witness these impacts firsthand in the children and youth we serve.

Every child responds to abuse and trauma in their own unique way, with some displaying greater resilience while others may be more sensitive. A child's recovery from abuse or trauma can be influenced by several factors, including:

• A strong support system and positive relationships with trusted adults
• Healthy self-esteem
• Meaningful friendships

Though children may carry the memories of their experiences, they can also learn empowering ways to navigate their emotions as they grow. At Ocean Partnership for Children we offer early support and intervention, making it more likely for children to have a much brighter path toward becoming healthy, resilient adults full of potential.

By coming together as a community, we can create an environment of healing and support, ensuring that every child has the resources and relationships they need to thrive. Together, we can foster hope and resilience for our future generations.

About Ocean Partnership for Children Inc.

Founded in 2005, Ocean Partnership for Children (OPC) is Ocean County's Care Management Organization (CMO). Its mission is to enhance the well-being of youth and their families through natural and community supports. OPC provides care coordination services for Ocean County youth up to the age of 21 who face mental health, substance use, and intellectual or developmental challenges. OPC aims to keep children and adolescents at home, in school, and in the community by connecting them to resources that meet their unique needs and help them achieve their goals.

Ocean Partnership for Children is a non-profit organization available at no cost to all youth and families in Ocean County who meet the eligibility criteria of the New Jersey Children's System of Care. To learn more, visit OceanPartnership.org (https://www.oceanpartnership.org/) or OceanResourceNet.org (http://www.oceanresourcenet.org/).