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
Beyond the Baby Blues Mom-to-Mom Support Group (Daytime)
When: Every Tuesday, 10–11 AM Format: Virtual
Who it’s for: Postpartum mothers
Join via Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/340961076
Beyond the Baby Blues Mom-to-Mom Support Group (Evening)
When: 2nd & 4th Mondays, 6–7 PM
Format: Virtual
Who it’s for: Postpartum mothers
Join via Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/woe-nrak-ors
Mindfulness for Mamas
When: 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 8:30–9:15 PM
Format: Virtual
Who it’s for: Pregnant and postpartum mothers
Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/yxmvtuxj
February 4, 2026
Bernards Township Library
12:30-1:30 pm
Just drop in!
February 6, 2026
For Adults with Cognitive Disabilities Ages 18 with caregiver
Bernards Township Library
11:30 am-12:30 pm
February 11, 2026
LIKE, A documentary about the impact of social media in our lives
Bernards Township Library
6-8 pm
February 23, 2026
Bernards Township Library
4-5 pm
Take the NJ TRANSIT's Language Survey: NJTRANSIT is conducting a Language Survey to better understand the needs of their customers who may not speak and/or read English well. The survey asks customers what they think of NJ TRANSIT’s tools for providing language assistance and how those tools can be improved and refined. The survey is available online until February 13th in multiple languages and phone assistance with an interpreter is also available for languages not listed. Find the survey by clicking on this link: https://www.njtransit.com/language.
Bernards Township Library- While Supplies Last
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.
Therapeutic Recreation Programs
Somerset County Park Commission Therapeutic Recreation (SCPCTR)
Ages 15 Plus
The Bernards Township Department of Parks and Recreation has a cooperative agreement with SCPCTR to provide year-round recreation and leisure opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. Click here to view the brochure of winter activities. Registration will open January 6, 2026 at 12 pm.
2026 Past Events
January
Mind n Mingle Tails and Textbooks
New Year Meditation- Virtual Event
Special Needs Happy Hour
Free Blood Pressure Screening