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Our Mission
MOCEANS Center for Independent Living, Inc, is a consumer-driven, consumer-controlled organization serving all people with any disability, their families and allies in Monmouth and Ocean. We help people experiencing disability to solve problems, open minds and create opportunity. Moceans sponsors education, advocacy social connections and guidance to so people can choose how they live, work, and participate in the life of their community.
Our Services
Support Coordination
​Business Hours
M-F 8:30am – 4pm
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Phone: (866) 980-3554
Fax: (844) 645-5490
Education & Advocacy
Our Board of Directors
Christine L. Matus, Esq. - Chairperson
Christine L. Matus was admitted to the Bar of the State of New Jersey and to the U.S. District Court of New Jersey in 1995. While in law school, she served as Senior Staff of the International Law Review, received the Outstanding Service Award and the highest academic award for the Civil Rights law clinic. Her most recent awards include: 2012-2013, Winner of Ocean County Most Happening Lawyer; 2014-2015, Finalist of Ocean County Most Happening Lawyer; 2015 Special Needs Lawyer of the Year and 2016 Probate Lawyer of the Year by Corporate Live Wire.
Touron Clayton - Treasurer
John Nicklin
John Nicklin is a lifelong resident of Monmouth County, NJ. After 24 years in banking, he moved to sales with Star Installations, Inc's. I have served on the board of Officers for Monmouth County’s United Way from 2009 to 2012 and currently serve MOCEANS Center for Independent Living Business Advisory Panel. John served on event committees for Centra State medical Center and Ladacin network. I am Past member of the Exchange Club of Freehold and the Manasquan -Brielle Rotary 2006-2010.
Dion Johnson
Dion Johnson is a Financial Professional with a proven track record of success in the financial services industry. He specializes in integration, financial research, estate planning, succession planning, business continuity planning, disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Medicare insurance, health insurance, and life insurance. His diverse expertise provides him with a unique perspective on challenges affecting the disability community and the solutions that are available.
Mark Jaffee
​Mark Jaffee has served on the Moceans Center for Independent Living's board of Directors for over 2 years. He has studied International Business at the University of California, Irvine and Economics at Rutgers University. Mark's extensive background in retail & digital marketing, analytics and strategy enables him to leverage exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills to develop innovative solutions, drive initiatives, and embody Moceans' values and ideals. He lives in Asbury Park, NJ.
Reverend Oscar L. Cradle, Sr.
Rev. Cradle has lived in South Toms River, New Jersey for the past seventy years. Rev. Cradle attended Toms River Public Schools. Rev. Cradle attended Hampton University after graduating from Toms River High School in 1966. Rev. Cradle paved for nearly sixty years, finally having his own asphalt paving company.
Rev. Cradle battled heroin addiction for twenty-one (21) years. He finally broke the habit in 1991, thanks to his mother's relentless pushing and prayers, and has been drug-free for thirty-two (32) years. Rev. Cradle has been active in several community groups in South Toms River since that time: Oscar is the creator of the Wells Chapel AME Church Community Outreach Center, founder of the STR AA/NA, and the initiator of the STR Neighborhood Watch Committee. Oscar is the STR PAL co-founder and contributed to the development of a 2.2-million-dollar grant for an afterschool program and worked as its Site Coordinator for four years. He has served on the South Toms River Borough Council for seven terms and was elected Council President in 2004. Rev. Cradle was elected Mayor of South Toms River in 2014 and 2022.
Mary K. Conover
Mary K. Conover is a Financial Advisor with Allied Wealth Partners. Mary brings over 20 years’ experience in the institutional investing industry to her role as Financial Advisor where she aims to more directly help clients achieve success in their financial future through thoughtful planning, strategizing and investing based on the unique circumstance of each client. Mary helps individuals, families and business owners in a variety of ways including insurance solutions, retirement strategies, college funding, investment strategies, financial planning and more. Mary resides in Pine Beach, NJ with her husband, David. She is a passionate Rutgers sports fan, holding season tickets for both Rutgers football and men’s basketball. Mary and her husband also enjoy traveling, hiking, visiting wineries, the beach and entertaining and spending time with friends and family. She has been a long-time supporter of various foundations including the RWJBH Field of Dreams, Eric LeGrand’s Team LeGrand through the Christopher Reeve Foundation, the PinkSOCS Foundation and Oceans of Love. Mary is also a board member for RWJBH Field of Dreams.
Mary is a registered representative and investment advisor representative offering securities through Cetera Advisor Networks, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, a registered investment adviser. Allied Wealth Partners is independently owned and operated. 2317 Route 34 Suite 1D & 1E, Manasquan, NJ 08736. 732 348-1270
Judyth Brown MS Ed - Executive Director
Executive Director Judyth Brown brings a wealth of experience to MOCEANS from a varied career. Judyth holds a Master’s degree in Instructional Design and has a background in community education. She served Planned Parenthood of Central New Jersey as Education and Training Manager engaging in professional training and community education. Judyth served adults with disabilities as Director of the Reminiscence Unit (memory care) of Sunrise at Lincroft. She has proudly served her community as an EMT and EMT instructor. Judyth lives in Ocean county.
Contact Us
MOCEANS Center for Independent Living
Monmouth County
213 Broadway
Long Branch, New Jersey 07740
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For General Inquiries:
For Assistance:
help@moceanscil.org
Phone: (732) 571-4884
Fax:866-856-0290
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BUSINESS HOURS:
Monday Through Friday
8:30am to 4:00 pm
Parking and Main Entrance located in Back