Funds to benefit Toni’s Kitchen and the Human Needs Food Pantry
MONTCLAIR, NJ (October 24, 2016) – Van Dyk Health Care hosts the 3rd Annual Philip McNeal “Haunt for the Hungry” at The Moonlight Trail Saturday, October 29 from 7pm to 10pm. The Moonlight Trail, located at 42 North Mountain Avenue, is the largest and most festive haunted house attraction in the area.
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The “Haunt for the Hungry” attracts families throughout Essex County and neighboring areas with engaging and interactive Halloween activities. While the haunted house remains the main attraction at Moonlight Trail, there will be arts and crafts available for children of all ages, as well as other fun activities for the entire family.
“It’s truly incredible to witness the turnout of the “Haunt for the Hungry” at The Moonlight Trail,” said Jackie Cousins, Administrator at Van Dyk Healthcare in Montclair which provides post-acute care, physical rehabilitation and long-term care services. “It’s a testament to the families in our community who help us raise funds and awareness for those in need. It’s truly the only major happening during the Halloween season, and we have a great deal of fun.”
“Putting this event together is the half the fun,” Cousins said. “The fact that our entire community eagerly awaits and supports this spectacle motivates us to plan every detail with great precision. Our staff loves to be part of this event, and it brings us closer to every family who joins us at Moonlight Trail.”
Partners for Health will match all funds donated by guests in attendance of the “Haunt for the Hungry.” As an independent public charity, Partners for Health works with 15 communities to support policy, system and environmental changes that promote healthy people in healthy places.
This event benefits Toni’s Kitchen and the Human Needs Food Pantry in Montclair. Toni’s Kitchen, with over 350 active volunteers, provides nutritious meals, case management full-service medical clinics, mental health services, therapeutic art workshops and education services throughout the community. The Human Needs Food Pantry provides food, clothing and other services to people in need throughout Essex County.
The “Haunt for the Hungry” is named after Philip McNeal, past Board president for the Human Needs Food Pantry. McNeal passed away in 2014, and this fundraiser honors his memory and vast contributions.
About Van Dyk Health Care at Montclair
Van Dyk at Montclair is one of three distinguished facilities within the VDHC family, along with Van Dyk Ridgewood and Van Dyk Park Place. Founded in 1953, the organization has built an unsurpassed reputation for excellence in care, beginning with founder Marvin Van Dyk and continuing today with his son Robert Van Dyk and the company’s dedicated staff, all of whom share a mission of delivering quality care services to others in need. Van Dyk Health Care offers the full continuum of care services, including post-acute, assisted living, skilled nursing and long-term chronic care. The organization is committed to working closely with its hospital and medical partners to ensure its short-stay patients return home quickly and safely. Learn more at vandykhealthcare.com or 973-783-9400.