1. G
ames, art, music,
even a wash and set
followed by a little
tender loving care from man’s
best friend, are served up
Monday through Friday at
the Saint Peter’s Adult Day
Center in Monroe Township.
In the caring hands of the
specially trained staff, clients
with physical or cognitive
challenges such as dementia
are provided the compassion
and medical attention that has
been the hallmark of care for
more than a century at Saint
Peter’s University Hospital.
In this brightly-colored
spacious center, clients – and
their caregivers – find a home
away from home. With the
expansion of its free curb-to-
curb transportation services,
the center now extends its
reach to the communities of
East Brunswick, Old Bridge,
Helmetta, Spotswood, and
South River.
A typical day at the center
begins with a nutritious
breakfast, followed by
wellness checks and therapy,
if prescribed by a client’s
primary care physician. The
morning stretch follows, and
as with all exercises and
programs, is tailored to the
client’s needs and abilities.
The day includes lunch and
small- and large-group
activities. In addition to
daily recreational activities,
nursing services range from
blood pressure checks to
medication management.
Transportation to and from
local doctor and therapy
appointments can be
provided, if needed. Podiatry
services, as well as physical
and occupational therapy,
and social service counseling
also are available to clients.
In recent months, under the direction of
Michele Lardieri, CALA, CDP, MBA, the
program has expanded its services to include
more enrichment activities for its clients. Last
month, the center expanded its offering of
art activities thanks to a grant from the
Wallerstein Foundation that made it
possible to launch the Art of the Masters
program with Creative Notions, LLC.
Following lectures about
specific artists, clients will
work to create art in the
medium used by the month’s
featured artist, including
ink, pastels and clay. “This
program is about creating art
that fits into the lives of our
clients and enables them to
experience the positive benefits of creative
expression,” says Lardieri, a certified dementia
practitioner.
The center is also the recipient of a Gannett
Foundation grant that was used to launch
the Snoezelen Program – a multisensory
program for clients with dementia. With the
aim of providing a sense of accomplishment
and boosting self-esteem while providing
relaxation, clients are guided through
activities using music that mimics sounds
found in nature, aromatherapy and fiber
optics. Other activities include a review of
current events, weekly trips to the store,
library, farmer’s market, and park or the
occasional luncheon outing. Wii™
tournaments take place on a regular basis
and a Yiddish Club and Men’s Group have
been created for clients. For
those wishing to take part
in faith-based activities,
there is a religious service
every first Friday of the
month and a Rosary Club.
The center also has a full-
service salon where cuts,
blow-outs, hair coloring
services, perms, and
manicures are available.
“We all need a little
pampering, and what better
way to get some than to
get a new hairdo or a hair
cut while sipping tea and
chatting with new friends,”
says Lardieri.
The center has been a
community fixture for 16
years and counting. When
the facility was renovated in
2008, it set a new standard
in New Jersey, a one-of-a-
kind experience that includes
medical care in the adult
day care setting. Warm, rich
colors, comfortable chairs,
designated soothing quiet
areas, and a media center
help to make clients feel
secure and at home. “Our
clients’ families tell us that
this makes all the difference
in the world,’’ says Lardieri.
When everyone has gone
home for the day, the center
becomes a community
resource hosting physician
lectures and health and
wellness programs designed
to provide education, support
and advocacy for the
community and healthcare
professionals. The center
is planning to present
three new much-in-demand
programs – Behavioral
Symptoms Associated with
Dementia, Understanding
Dementia and the Role of
the Caregiver, and a retreat for caregivers
that will feature massage and aromatherapy.
These presentations, as has been the case
with others, will include the opportunity for
healthcare professionals to earn continuing
education credits. Admission to such
programs is always free and refreshments are
always served, but registration is required.
The Adult Day Center is located at
200 Overlook Drive, Pondview Plaza,
Monroe Township. If you would like a
tour and complimentary lunch at the
facility or to schedule a FREE half-day
experience, call (609) 655-6853.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR JUNE 2013
AHomeAwayFromHome
- Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center -
A LISTING OF PROGRAMS OFFERED THIS MONTH CAN BE FOUND ON THE REVERSE SIDE.
Staff member JoAnn Cavanaugh, helps Carmela Granata of Monroe Township
off the bus as she arrives at Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center.
NOW OFFERING EXPANDED TRANSPORTATION
SERVICES TO EAST BRUNSWICK, HELMETTA,
SPOTSWOOD AND SOUTH RIVER
Michele Lardieri

2. SUPPORT
GROUPS
Autism Family Support Group
JUNE 9, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
877-886-9462
Alzheimer’s Support Group/Monroe
JUNE 11, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center
200 Overlook Drive, Monroe Township
Rachel Kallish, CSW
Lisa Sparaco, MSW, LSW
609-655-6853
Bariatric Support Group
JUNE 13, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Lisa Lapinski, RD
732-745-8600, x8159
Bereavement Support Group
JUNE 6 & 20, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
732-745-8565
Bereavement Support Group
JUNE 4 & 18, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
For spouses and significant others 55 and older.
Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center
200 Overlook Drive, Monroe Township
Sean O’Brien, MSW, LSW
Lisa Sparaco, MSW, LSW
609-409-1363, Option 5
Caregivers Support Group/Monroe
JUNE 13, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center
200 Overlook Drive, Monroe Township
Stephanie Fitzsimmons-Sexton, RN, NP
1-800-269-7508 or 609-655-2220
Craniofacial Boys & Girls Support Group
(boys and girls ages 11 to 17 meet separately)
MEETS SUNDAYS DURING
THE SCHOOL YEAR
Helene Knee, LCSW
732-745-7943
Pregnancy after Loss Support Group
(for pregnant women who have previously
experienced a loss)
Registration required.
Dawn Brady, MSW
732-745-8600, x5214
SHARE Support Group
(pregnancy and infant loss support group)
JUNE 13, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
732-745-8600, x8522
DIABETES
EDUCATION
Children’s Insulin Pump Group
JUNE 10, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Donna Dziedzic, RN, MSN, CDE
732-745-8600, x8751. Call for more information.
Diabetes Self-Management Education
HELD MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS
Registration and doctor’s prescription required.
732-745-6667
Gestational Diabetes
Self-Management Class
HELD WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS
Registration and a doctor’s prescription required.
732-745-6667
COMMUNITY
MOBILE HEALTH
SERVICES
For more information about
screenings and educational programs,
or the CMHS corporate flu shot program,
please call 732-745-8600, x8903.
Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings
JUNE 14, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
New Brunswick Seniors, New Brunswick
JUNE 14, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Elijah’s Promise Soup Kitchen, New Brunswick
JUNE 26, NOON – 1:30 PM
SHIPS @ St. John’s Episcopal Church, Somerville
JUNE 28, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Emmanuel Lutheran Church, New Brunswick
Mexican Consulette’s Window to Health Event
Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Screenings/
Sun Safety
JUNE 5, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Paul Robeson School, New Brunswick
Sponsored by PTO
Health Fairs
JUNE 6, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Clearbrook Adult Community, Monroe Township
Residents only.
JUNE 6, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Franklin Township Employee Health Fair
Employees only.
JUNE 8, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
First Baptist Church, New Brunswick
JUNE 9, 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM
Sacred Heart Church, South Plainfield
JUNE 13, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Regency Adult Community, Monroe Tonwship
Residents only.
JUNE 19, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Somerset Run, Franklin Township
Residents only.
JUNE 23, 11:15 AM – 1:15 PM
Somerset Baptist Church, Somerset
Friends and Family Day
Skin Cancer Screening
Choose Your Cover
JUNE 22, NOON – 4:00 PM
Milltown Pool, Milltown
Stroke Screening
JUNE 18, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Spotswood Senior Center, Spotswood
Sun Safety Talk
JUNE 3, 9:00 AM – NOON
Rabbi Pesach Raymon Yeshiva, Edison
Students only.
Sun Damage Screening (using the
DermaScan machine)
JUNE 4, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Kiddie Keep Well Camp, Edison
Senior Campus only.
JUNE 15, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Middlesex Boro Volunteer Rescue Squad
Middlesex
PARENT
EDUCATION
For information, fees and registration, call Parent
Education at 732-745-8579, unless otherwise
indicated.
Baby Care
JUNE 3, 10, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
JUNE 15, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Breastfeeding Class
JUNE 15, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Breastfeeding Support Group
JUNE 7, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
732-745-8600, x8820
New Daddy Class
JUNE 27, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
New Mom Support Group
JUNE 7, NOON – 1:00 PM
Light lunch will be served at noon.
Registration required.
Postnatal Yoga and Exercise Class
(four-week sessions)
HELD FRIDAYS, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Registration required.
Prenatal Nutrition Class and Tour
JUNE 25, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Registration required.
Linda Hudak, MS, RD
732-745-7930
Prenatal Yoga and Exercise Class
(four-week sessions)
HELD WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Registration required.
Prepared Childbirth Classes
MONDAYS, THURSDAYS, OR ALL-DAY
SESSIONS SECOND AND FOURTH
WEEKENDS
Registration required.
Sibling Class
JUNE 1, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
FREE COMMUNITY
LECTURES
Dizziness – Cause & Care
JUNE 5 – 1:00 PM
Presenter: Seema Dixit, MD, neurologist
Stonebridge Adult Community, Monroe Township
Residents only.
Breathing Easier and Sleeping Better
JUNE 11 – 1:30 PM
Presenter: Amar Bukhari, MD, pulmonologist
Concordia Adult Community, Monroe Township
Residents only.
CANCER
SERVICES
The American Cancer Society offers daily
information and support to cancer patients and
their families. Call 1-800-227-2345 to talk to a
cancer information specialist 24-hours-a-day,
seven-days-a-week or visit us online at
www.cancer.org.
Breast Cancer Support Group
JUNE 3 & 17, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Guest speaker and open discussion.
Registration required.
Cancer Institute of New Jersey
Deborah Leif, MSW, LCSW
732-235-7011
Gynecologic Cancer Support Group
JUNE 11, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Cancer Institute of New Jersey
732-235-6792
Latina Women with Cancer
Support Group
JUNE 8, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sister Marie de Pazzi Conference Center
Light lunch will be served. Free, but registration
requested. Sessions conducted in Spanish. Call
908-658-5400 for more information.
Living with Cancer Support Group
JUNE 12 & 26, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Cancer Institute of New Jersey
Barbara Hale, LCSW
732-235-7557
Catholic hospital sponsored by the Diocese of Metuchen | State-designated children’s hospital and regional perinatal center
Regional medical campus of Drexel University College of Medicine | Affiliate of The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
JUNE 2013
All programs are designed for community members and are held at Saint Peter’s University Hospital, unless otherwise noted.
For more information or to register for a program, call the contact number listed or visit our Web site at www.saintpetershcs.com/newsandevents/
SIXTH ANNUAL BIKE RIDE
FOR AMY
SUNDAY, JUNE 2
7:00 AM Check-in
8:00 AM Start
South Brunswick High School
750 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the
Saint Peter’s program that provides screening
mammograms for women without health insurance.
Visit www.theamyfoundation.org for more
information.
EDISON FAMILY DAY
SUNDAY, JUNE 9
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
NJ Convention and Expo Center at
Raritan Center, Edison
Saint Peter’s University Hospital and Community
Mobile Health Services staff will provide education
and screenings. Call 732-745-8600, x8903, for
more information.
BARIATRIC WEIGHT LOSS
SEMINAR
THURSDAY, JUNE 13
7:15 PM - 9:30 PM
For more information, and to register, call
Lisa Lapinski at 732-745-8600, x8159.
SAINT PETER’S COMMUNITY
GOLF OUTING
TUESDAY, JUNE 11
7:00 AM Registration
8:00 AM Shotgun Start
Forsgate Country Club, Jamesburg
Proceeds to benefit Pediatric Hematology/
Oncology at The Children’s Hospital at
Saint Peter’s University Hospital. Call 732-745-
8542 for more information.
CAREGIVER RETREAT
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saint Peter’s Adult Day Center
200 Overlook Drive, Pondview Plaza
Monroe Township
Free, but space is limited. Call 609-655-6853.
Co-sponsored by Regency Heritage Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center.
SPECIAL EVENTS
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