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Local Teens Help Create Safe Environment for Trick or Treaters

October 25, 2005 – Morristown, NJ – Local high school students involved with United Way of Morris County's Youth Leadership and Service Council will participate in the 15th Annual "Trick or Suites" event on Friday October 28, 2005, sponsored by Embassy Suites Hotel. "Trick or Suites" provides children of the P.G. Chambers School, a United Way partner, with a safe and handicap-accessible environment to enjoy trick or treating. 

Over 100 children from P.G. Chambers School participated in last year's event.  Each year, local companies decorate suites and hand out treats, making Halloween a memorable and happy one for some children who might otherwise be unable to enjoy the holiday.  Last year's suites were decorated in a variety of themes, including "The 1950's," "Sponge Bob," and "Pirates of the Caribbean."

This year, six United Way Youth Leadership and Service Council Members will be responsible for decorating a suite, handing out candy, and spending time with P.G. Chambers students.  "Trick or Suites" will be held on Friday, October 28, 2005 from 11:30am to 2:30pm at the Embassy Suites Hotel. located at 909 Parsippany Boulevard, Parsippany, NJ.

For more information about United Way of Morris County's Youth Leadership and Service Council, or the "Trick or Suites" event, please email Diane Kaminskas or phone 973.993.1160, x100.

About the Youth Leadership and Service Council
The Youth Leadership and Service Council is a student-led volunteer program of United Way of Morris County.  Council members are high school students that learn about pressing community issues in Morris County, and volunteer their time with United Way and its partner agencies.  Council members meet on a regular basis at United Way of Morris County throughout the school year.

About United Way of Morris County
United Way of Morris County is dedicated to helping people and improving the quality of life for all residents. We address issues most critical to the future of Morris County by bringing attention, expertise, and resources to them. For more information, visit us on the web at www.uwmorris.org, or call 973.993.1160.

About P.G. Chambers School
Founded in 1954, P.G. Chambers School offers a wide range of educational and therapeutic programs designed to help children with learning, physical, speech and language, and sensory disorders develop the skills they need to realize their unique talents and capabilities. For more information, call 973.829.8484.

Contact 
Jean Funk
Marketing Communications
United Way of Morris County
973.993.1160, x114
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