Monmouth officials announce drop off site for needed medical supplies, ask for nurses to volunteer

Monmouth County officials addressed a critical need for personal protective equipment at a press conference in Freehold this morning.

Given the shortage of desperately needed supplies, officials are asking the private sector to donate supplies they might have available.

“Healthcare professionals and first responders remain at the forefront when battling COVID-19 and are in dire need of this personal protective equipment to continue to respond to this unprecedented demand for services,” said Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden. “We invite you to assist us by donating items from the list of personal protective equipment, in order for those on the front lines to protect themselves while protecting the public.”

Personal Protective Equipment needed includes: nitrile examination gloves, surgical or N95 masks, protective gowns, protective face shields, multi-function no-contact infrared thermometers, hand sanitizer and anti-bacterial wipes.

Donations of these items are being accepted at Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, in Lincroft, beginning Wednesday, March 25, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Monday through Friday. For additional information, or to arrange the drop-off of personal protective equipment, please call 732-842-4000, ext. 4312. The phone number is staffed every day, including weekends.

Additionally, Freeholder Director Tom Arnone put out a call for nurses to volunteer with the Monmouth County Health Department.

“We are asking for help from nurses to volunteer with the Monmouth County Health Department to do case management or help in any capacity. There is a lot of work to be done and we are asking for help from trained professionals who may be available to assist us in our efforts,” Arnone said.

Nurses who are willing to volunteer, can call the COVID-19 hotline at 732-845-2070 or email [email protected].