Abracadabra: Winter Camp
Cheering erupted in the gym as Ava made another basket. “Ava, you can shoot! You go, girl,” a volunteer called out to her. In the far corner, a trio of volunteers with rackets in their...
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Chanukah Wonderland
On Sunday, December 25, LifeTown transformed into Chanukah wonderland. Entire families came to spend the day together, engaging in activities galore: donut decorating, game shows, candle-making, and more. While three-year-old Basya, who had come...
Juggling and Magic and Lights, Oh My!
On the third night of Chanukah, juggling, magic and fire highlighted the celebration at LifeTown. Guests took part in a festive dinner at tables decorated with large candles, featuring glimmering gold and blue dreidels...
A Night to Remember
After dropping off her children at LifeTown, Kara Cabaniss went out for dinner. It’s something many other parents take for granted. But for the parents of the 30 or so children from babies to...
Chanukah Is Coming!
The days are short, snow is in the air, and the sound of tinkering abounds at LifeTown. The giant dreidel has appeared in the lobby, menorah- and dreidel-shaped cookie cutters have emerged in the...
Simulated Town In Livingston Helps People With Disabilities Acclimate
“People with special needs are more likely to have police encounters than their peers,” said an officer who volunteered at the facility. Read more https://patch.com/new-jersey/livingston/simulated-town-livingston-helps-people-disabilities-acclimate
Spare Time at the Bowling Alley
Eric’s bright pink ball went barreling down the lane, knocking down all of the pins. A strike! Cheers erupted from the group and there were high fives all around at Hanover Lanes, where a...
Mommy & Me
It’s early on a Wednesday morning when the moms start to trickle in. Lauren Samot of Livingston arrives with 6-month-old Daniella, who quickly notices the other babies – they register on her face as...
Pampering with a Side of Optimism
After a manicure and a blow out, how about a makeover or a massage? Self-care and pampering were the order of the day as LifeTown transformed into a spa day for Moms who spend...
Saturday Night Out
Live in Livingston on Saturday night, a magical energy suffused Jerusalem Pizza, where friends over 21 mingled and chatted, dined and delighted in one another’s company. Seated around several long tables, the spark of...