Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • October 23, 2013 Ramsey Organizations join forces to host ‘Amazing Day’ Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling in Ramsey and the Bereavement Team of Holy Name Hospice/Palliative Services of Bergen County ran an Amazing Day for families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Grieving children and teens and their families attended the event held ear- lier this month at The Villa Marie Claire in Saddle River. Attendees experienced creative and enjoyable activities to express their grief and remember a loved one, all while navi- gating through a life-sized maze. The maze presented many twists and turns, but every participant navigated his or her way out. Children and their families decorated white rocks in memory of their loved ones. Upon completion of the maze, the families were able to retrieve their rocks as a special keepsake. Hearts & Crafts Grief Counseling was founded in 1994 by Certified Art Therapist Laura Hudson, Licensed Social Worker Samantha Tinter, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Terry DeBrule to help fami- lies living with serious illness and loss. Additional information is available at (201) 818-9399 and online at www.heartsand- craftscounseling.org. Lenore Guido and Claudia Coenen, bereavement counselors with Holy Name Hospice and Palliative Services, work with hospice families after the loss of a loved one, offering individual and family ses- sions, and support groups that are open to the community. Holy Name Medical Center is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, health care facil- ity based in Teaneck with off-site locations throughout Bergen County. On Saturday, Nov. 2, Ramsey Responds will hold its annual Winter Coat Drive. “Keep Someone Warm This Winter” will be held in the school cafeteria at Saint Paul’s School, 187 Wyckoff Avenue in Ramsey. In addition to coats, the organiza- tion will collect winter clothing for men, women, and children, including items such as comforters, blankets, jackets, sweaters, hats, boots, scarves, warm winter mittens, hats, and boots. Items should be clean, tear-free, and ready for use. Donations will be accepted from 8 to 10 a.m. At 10 a.m., the doors will open to community members in need. The organization will also accept mon- etary donations and gift cards. For more information, call (201) 312-4843. Volun- teers are welcome. Ramsey Responds is a non-profit vol- unteer organization dedicated to serving members of the community who may be in need of assistance. Ramsey Responds has provided food, clothing, household items, and financial assistance to pay medical, rent, temporary housing, and utility bills. Coat Drive announced The Amazing Day included this memorial.