Emotional and Recreational Programs
In honor and memory of Mikey Riccio and Michael Ricio Jr,. Mary Riccio, Mary Giannone, and Mary Zampardi |
Share the Gift is a program where we (our FAVS) go to different children’s inpatient hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, youth shelters and other organizations to share the gifts of art, music, dance and writing.
Ongoing "Share the Gift visit" places are Harbor House (shelter for youth in Toms River), Preferred Care at Wall nursing home, and Meridian Nursing and Rehab in Brick, NJ. PeaceLove: Amara has been a certified CREATOR since 2017. |
Financial Programs
"Freedom funds" - Funds that help give a bit of freedom from financial stress. We will help pay for uncovered insurance medical expenses (pay bills), beneficial recreation, gift cards for food/gas, personal donations, or anything that families dealing with chronic medical and/or financial hardships need. This program is for families who need help financially due to crises (any life-changing situation), or families who have a child/parent who live each day with a serious illness or disability.
We help the entire family and will also give caregiver retreats!
*At this time, our funds for large donation amounts are limited.
We help the entire family and will also give caregiver retreats!
*At this time, our funds for large donation amounts are limited.
Educational Programs
Pick-Me-Up-Scholarship: Implemented in spring of 2017, we aid Howell High School seniors who have overcome challenges, have a 3.0+ GPA, and do community service. It is a $1,000 college scholarship.
DANCE Awareness: RPMU is about bringing awareness to people of all the many different illnesses and disabilities. We present at different schools and organizations, educating children and adults on brain injuries, safety, illnesses and disabilities because many are invisible, and people rarely understand what they can't see. This IS helpful because most young people are not aware of various chronic medical, physical and mental/developmental conditions. It's more than an awareness presentation; it is fun and empowering because we all have some "dis," but our abilities can still shine. Amara inspires people to D.A.N.C.E; Discover abilities, Accomplish goals, Nourish the soul, Create something totally new, and Embrace life fully through!
Caring Connections: RPMU educates families and provides various resources to help them in ways they are unable to do themselves. We educate them about what's available in the community and how they can live the best quality of life possible. Amara and Lori are always researching and connecting with other foundations to make a difference and lend a hand to others. Many of the volunteers and families we help also connect and help each other as well. We are also thankful for local businesses who help us tremendously with our events.
DANCE Awareness: RPMU is about bringing awareness to people of all the many different illnesses and disabilities. We present at different schools and organizations, educating children and adults on brain injuries, safety, illnesses and disabilities because many are invisible, and people rarely understand what they can't see. This IS helpful because most young people are not aware of various chronic medical, physical and mental/developmental conditions. It's more than an awareness presentation; it is fun and empowering because we all have some "dis," but our abilities can still shine. Amara inspires people to D.A.N.C.E; Discover abilities, Accomplish goals, Nourish the soul, Create something totally new, and Embrace life fully through!
Caring Connections: RPMU educates families and provides various resources to help them in ways they are unable to do themselves. We educate them about what's available in the community and how they can live the best quality of life possible. Amara and Lori are always researching and connecting with other foundations to make a difference and lend a hand to others. Many of the volunteers and families we help also connect and help each other as well. We are also thankful for local businesses who help us tremendously with our events.