Scaring Away the Stigma

Posted: October 23, 2026

Costumes, creative decorations and plenty of treats filled the evening at the Ocean County Mental Health Awareness Committee’s 5th Annual Trunk or Treat on October 21. Ocean County Commissioner Deputy Director Jennifier Bacchione and Commissioners Robert Arace, Sam Ellenbogen and Ray Gormley joined Ocean County departments, agencies and community partners for the festivities, celebrating the season while sharing an important message about mental health awareness and helping create a community where everyone feels supported.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s event a success and continues to support mental health awareness throughout Ocean County!