MAYORS WELLNESS CAMPAIGN
2024 HEALTHY TOWN
Mayors Wellness Campaign
The Mayors Wellness Campaign (MWC) is a statewide community health initiative that provides evidence-based tools and strategies for mayors and community leaders to help their residents achieve healthier lifestyles and to improve overall health and wellness in their communities. The New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute has been leading the Mayors Wellness Campaign in partnership with the New Jersey State League of Municipalities since 2006. The campaign includes over 400 participating communities, and is growing.
MWC Happenings:
Yoga in the Park with the Mayor
September 15,2025
Upcoming Events
NEW STORYWALK® IN PLEASANT VALLEY PARK!!
Pages from the book Giggle, Giggle, Quack by Doreen Cronin and illustrated by Betsy Lewin are attached to signs along a path to stimulate discussion and observation. Parking for the StoryWalk® is in the lot next to the tennis courts. Walk toward the pond to find the first stop.
This project, funded by The Friends of Bernards Township Library, is a fun family outing exercising one’s mind and body.
Bernards Township Library
November 5th 12:30-1:30
December 1st 11-12
Pick up Your Radon Testing Kits at the Library!
Bernards Township Library- While Supplies Last
December 5, 2025
Bernards Township Library 11-12pm
Caregivers and Support are strongly encouraged to attend. Ages 18 and over.
November 12, 2025
Bernardsville Library
5:30pm
November 17, 2025
Bernards Township Library 5pm - 6pm
November 20, 2025
4:30- 6:30pm
November Workshops for Family Caregivers
202 Mt. Airy Road Basking Ridge (Register by November 13th)
The Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services will host a free workshop for caregivers in November.
Enjoy a complimentary dinner, connect with other caregivers, and learn healthy coping tips, relaxation through guided yoga, and legal insights from the Legal Services of Northwest Jersey.
Space is limited — pre-registration required. Contact Claudia Ernst at (908) 541-5747 or cernst@somersetcountynj.gov
December 8, 2025
Bernards Township Library
4 pm- 5 pm
December 11, 2025
Virtual
9:30 am- 4 pm
Helpful Tips
Link to New Jersey Air Quality Index issued by NJDEP
www.airnow.gov/state/?name=newjersey
Project Medicine Drop
Drop your over the counter and prescription medicines in the drop box at the Bernards Township Police Station 1 Collyer Ln. No needles accepted.
Why buy when you can BORROW? Check out the "LIBRARY OF THINGS" at the Library. All you need is a Library card! Click this link to see items available. https://www.bernardslibrary.org/libraryofthings
Blood Pressure Management Program
Join the YMCA Healthy Heart Program to Take Control of Your Blood Pressure Now
For Seniors
Operated by the Office on Aging & Disability Services, the Senior Center offers a variety of activities including educational programs, and health and wellness information in a stimulating social setting. Somerset County residents who are 60+ and caregivers who support this population are eligible to attend. Those 60+ who need assistance with daily life activities are welcome to attend with a caregiver. Interested residents must call or visit the center to register. Proof of identification, age and residency is required. Programs are FREE for registered members, unless indicated otherwise. A nutritionally balanced lunch is available Monday through Friday for a suggested donation of $2.50 for anyone age 60+; the cost of lunch for those under 60 is $8.47. Menu choices include a hot meat-based or meatless entrée or a cold meat-based or meatless boxed lunch. Please make reservations prior to 10 a.m. on the previous business day.
Past Events
October
QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Free Blood Pressure Screening
After 911: Emergency Medical Response in Bernards Township
Repair Cafe
Mayor's Fall Festival and Costume Swap including a Sensory- Friendly Hour
Repair Cafe
Mayor's Fall Festival and Costume Swap including a Sensory- Friendly Hour
Vaccine Clinic and Health Fair
Special Needs Social Hour
NJAAW Preparing for Aging Webinar Series- Understanding Solo Agers
September
Teens: Mind & Mingle DIY Bag Charms
Teens: Mind & Mingle DIY Bag Charms
Teens: Mind & Mingle Tails and Textbooks
NJHQI Virtual QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Town-wide Yard Sale
Yoga in the Park with the Mayor
Free Blood Pressure Screening
August
Story Walk in Pleasant Valley Park
July
Blood Pressure Screening with Visiting Nurse Association
June
Blood Pressure Screening with Visiting Nurse Association
Men's Health Symposium- RWJUH Somerset
Men's Health Symposium- RWJUH Somerset
Adult Chair Yoga
Teen Sensory Friendly Ice Cream and Dance Party
Mind and Mingle-Tails and Textbooks
35th Annual Pleasant Valley Twilight Challenge- 5K, 1 mile walk and Children's Lollipop Loop
May
Repair Cafe
Repair Cafe
Free Blood Pressure Screening
Type 2 Diabetes Prevention by Summit Health
Mind and Mingle Teen Meditation Workshop
April
QPR Suicide Preventing Training
Teen Sensory Friendly Sing A Long
Teen Sensory Friendly Sing A Long
Town Wide Yard Sale
Free Blood Pressure Screening
What Your Job Search Strategy is Telling You. Presentation by The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board
March
Build Your Next Career: Job Resource Series
Screenagers
Repair Cafe
Budget Friendly Bites
Free Blood Pressure Screening
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Bone Health Workshop
Active Living Every Day Presentation at the Basking Ridge Senior Wellness Center
February
Facing Fentanyl
Grab n Go Kits - Hot Chocolate Bombs
January
Mind and Mingle Teen Vision Board Program
Living a Mindful Life with Diane Lang
Sensory Friendly Trivia and Hot Cocoa