Clinton Township Newsletter

6 J u l y 2 0 1 8 www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com www.MSIPlumbingandRemodeling.com 1109 Route 31 South, Lebanon New Jersey Licensed Master Plumber #8722 908.735.4438 your plumbing experts! Water Conditioning & RO Systems Sewage Ejector Pump Service & Replacement Kitchen Sink & Dishwasher Installation Emergency Sump Pumps Maintained & Installed Battery & Water Backup Sump Pumps Repair & Installation Of Toilets & Faucets Fix And Repair Clogged Fixtures & Drains Gas Piping Design, Repair & Installation Water Pipe Repair & Maintenance Emergency Leak Repair And Automatic Alerts Ice Maker Lines Repaired & Installed Generac Generators Installed & Maintained Full Remodeling Services K i t c h e N t i p s by Anne Thornton, President, MSI Plumbing & Remodeling We're all so busy that sometimes we forget to purge the little things. Little things like sponges and plastic containers and old coffee mugs. Here's the scoop: Sponges are great places for bacteria to breed. To kill the bacteria, wet your sponge and put it in the microwave for 2 minutes. If your sponge has bits falling off or has food trapped in the scrubber you just can't get out, then don't bother. It's time to toss it. Check your plastic container tops. If they are warped, the lids won't seal properly. A poor seal can lead to freezer burn and spills and other problems. Put them in the recycling bin and buy some new containers. If you have an old favorite bowl or mug, and if it's chipped, you need to say adios. That broken area can cut your lip or fingers. Plus, if your bowl or cup is an antique, the paint may contain lead. You don't want little flakes of lead in your coffee or cereal. While we're talking about lead, take a good look at the old ceramic items in your kitchen. Ceramic bowls or cups that have a corroded glaze (it looks like the paint is coming off) or are covered with a dusty-looking or chalky gray residue after they have been washed may be glazed with lead. The lead can leach into your food, so stop using them ASAP. For more information about home maintenance, installing water- efficient appliances, remodeling and improving your home, please visit us at our office, give us a call or visit us online. MSI Plumbing & Remodeling, 908.735.4438. www.MSIPlumbingAndRemodeling.com. p A r t N e r s h i p F o r h e A l t h M o N t h l y s t r e s s r e D u c t i o N t i p s July is National Parks and Recreation Month so our tips this month emphasize the integration of getting fresh air and reducing our stress. We all intuitively know that getting outside and being in nature relaxes us, but only recently has science begun to explain how this works. Multiple studies have shown that being in nature can decrease stress hormones, decrease heart rate and change the brain in ways consistent with calm and focus. This information is coming at a time when more of us than ever are disconnected from nature in our daily lives because our jobs and technology mean we are inside the majority of every day. Experts recommend going for a walk in your neighborhoods, getting near water or going for a hike in the woods…and for maximum benefit, leave the headphones at home and listen to the sounds of nature. Summer is the perfect time and Hunterdon County has over 8200 acres of park space- find out the details at www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/about.html. So, get outside and get destressed! www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/2016/01/call-to-wild/ h u N t e r D o N b e h A v i o r A l h e A l t h o F F e r s e v e N i N g p r o g r A M : e x p l o r i N g b i p o l A r D i s o r D e r Hunterdon Behavioral Health Intensive Family Support Services will be holding a special program on Tuesday, July 10 called Exploring Bipolar Disorder. The program will be held from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm in Meeting Room C at Hunterdon Medical Center, located at 2100 Wescott Drive, Flemington. Attendees will learn about the etiology of Bipolar Disorder. Whether diagnosed or caring about a loved one or friend, discover information that can be helpful in the understanding of this disorder and improve treatment outcomes. Resources will be provided. The program will be led by Melissa Weisel, MSW, LCSW, Psychotherapist, Hunterdon Behavioral Health. Space is limited. To register, please call 908.788.6401 ext. 3006. Intensive Family Support Services assists families in their understanding of psychiatric disorders and the effects upon family life. Their goal is to form a collaborative, therapeutic alliance with families so that they can increase their knowledge, as well as coping and communication skills. IFSS consults with families about their individual needs. The counselors work with families to reduce isolation, stigma, and increase their understanding of mental illness. IFSS is crucial to families so that they do not feel overwhelmed during a time of crisis. Find out more at: www.HunterdonHealthcare.org/service/behavioral-health/ community-outreach-services. n Reach Over 14,000 Local Consumers Monthly n Change Your Message Monthly n Have Your Ad Designed – Free! n Run a Small Article (about 150 words) – Free! n Have your ad linked to your website at: www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com email us at: Want your message seen by over 14,000 readers? When you advertise in the Clinton Township Newsletter you can: ctnl@comcast.net 11 Cokesbury Road Lebanon, NJ 08833 908.236.8876 Complimentary in July: RED, WHITE and BLUEberry Facials! Choose from redberry, vanilla or blueberry for a sparkly clean face! Helps with staining and smells delicious! Open 7:30 am - 6 pm by Appointment _________ Covenient to Routes 78 and 22

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