Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • February 29, 2012 Ramsey Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling receives grant became aware of Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling in our town,” said Foundation Vice President/Secretary and UNICO member Robert Patti. “Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling is an important organization that impacts many children and families who are facing death or catastrophic illness in their households. I am so pleased to provide Hearts & Crafts this $5,000 grant on behalf of The William T. Morris Foundation.” Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling was founded in 1994 by Board Certified Art Therapist Laura Hudson, and is co-directed by Licensed Clinical Social Worker Terry DeBrule. The organization serves families who are living with serious illness and loss and is dedicated to providing a safe, caring environment as families work through the healing process. Situated in a cozy carriage house to create a home away from home, the counseling center has an art room, family room, and loft to replace the conventional psychotherapy office. Clients of all ages receive both individual counseling and support groups. Clients come from over 80 communities in New York and New Jersey, and most are referred by schools, medical practices, and other Hearts & Crafts families who have benefited from the organization’s services. Over the past 17 years, Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling has grown from serving 20 families to working with approximately 250 children and adults each year. Services provided include art therapy, individual and family counseling, children’s support groups, teen support groups, parent/adult support groups, and community education. Reduced fees are available for qualifying clients. Funding is secured through individual charitable donations and modestly priced counseling fees. Hearts & Crafts is located at 60 East Main Street in Ramsey. Call (201) 818-9399 or visit www.heartsandcraftscounseling.org. Robert Patti, vice president of the William T. Morris Foundation and Lisa Fairman, director of development of Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling Bailey to discuss benefits of yoga Pediatric physical therapist Patricia A. Bailey P.T. will address the parents of children with special needs in Ramsey and Saddle River on Monday, March 12 at 7:30 p.m. Certified in yoga for the special child practitioner, Bailey will discuss how yoga can help improve flexibility and strength, reduce stress, improve behavior, and focus attention. This centuries-old practice reflects real and proven scientific concepts, and has recently grown in popularity for children with special needs. Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and bring either a yoga mat or soft towel. The group will meet at the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 55 Wyckoff Avenue in Ramsey. For details, contact Stephanie Doyle or Christine Mazzola at RSRPSNC@gmail.com. Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling of Ramsey recently received a $5,000 grant from The William T. Morris Foundation to support the counseling center’s work with children and adults who have lost a loved one or are living with serious illness. The money will be used to help families facing financial hardship after a loss or illness, and give them the counseling and support they need to rebuild their lives after a tragedy. The William T. Morris Foundation is a private philanthropic organization that supports the arts, education, health care, and quality-of-life. “I am a Ramsey resident who recently ������������������������������ ������������������������������� ���������������������������� �������������������������� ������������������������������ 35 ������������������������������� �������������������������� � ����������������� ������������������ ��������� ������ �� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �� � � � � � �� � � � � � � � � � �� � � � � � � � � � � � � ������������� � �������������������������� � ���������� �� 3-16-11 pat/janine