**This event is hosted by Vocational Arts, Science & Training Center, Inc. (VAST)** Vast would like to extend this invite for an inauguaral celebration to say "Thank You" to the Concerned Pastors, CDC Community Coalition and to all other esteemed invitee's for your support, hard work and...
The New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute and Capital Health are sponsoring a community film screening and panel discussion on “Anna’s Story” to highlight the importance of discussing your end-of-life wishes with friends, family, and your doctors. Join us for a film screening of the...
Join us for an evening of networking and refreshments with New Jersey's key health care stakeholders, leaders, and decision makers. Engage with the Quality Institute's diverse membership and meet the leaders moving New Jersey health care forward.
New Jersey continues to be a national leader when it comes to opioid addiction – both in the scope of the impact on the state, and in the public and private response to the disease. More than 1,600 state residents died of opioid related issues...
DISCUSSION PANEL Dr. Shereef Elnahal, Health Commissioner at NJ Dept of Health Mary Grace Billek, Director of Human Services of Mercer County Linda Schwimmer, President and CEO of NJ Healthcare Quality Institute
The Board of Directors invites you to attend the hospital's annual public meeting. Learn about how RWJ Hamilton, and RWJBarnabas Health, is addressing the health needs of the community. Breakfast served.
Are value-based payments gaining traction and yielding desired effects in New Jersey? The Catalyst for Payment Reform (CPR) developed New Jersey’s Commercial Scorecard 2.0, which pilots their expanded methodology to understand if and how payment reform activity correlates with quality and affordability in New Jersey’s...
We will be hosting the meeting, which will be followed by a ceremonial flag raising in front of the building and a tour and light lunch in our offices on the 4th floor. More details will be forthcoming!
Life moves fast, and if you’re not careful, stress can have serious effects on your health and well-being. Join Carol Rickard, licensed clinical social worker and author, as she reveals simple and practical tools for reducing and managing stress in as little as 60 seconds.
The New Jersey Immunization Network and other healthcare partners will be hosting "Families Fighting Flu Fest", a community event offering flu shots (free to children and adults who are uninsured/underinsured) on Saturday, Oct. 6th, from 9 am-1 pm, at St. Francis Medical Center (601 Hamilton Ave., Trenton)...
Help us hit heart disease and stroke out of the park! Join us for this fun, family-friendly event at Arm & Hammer Park, home of the Trenton Thunder. For more info: centralnjheartwalk.org
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a progressive condition caused by inflammation or damage to the airways of the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. COPD is a major cause of disability that may prevent you from performing everyday activities like walking, cooking, or...
The New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute and Capital Health are sponsoring a community film screening and panel discussion on “Anna’s Story” to highlight the importance of discussing your end-of-life wishes with friends, family, and your doctors. Join us for a film screening of the...
Join us as we celebrate art created & inspired by breast cancer survivors. Enjoy cocktails hors d'oeuvres and more - all kindly provided by our sponsors.
Have you been experiencing hip or knee pain? Wondering if you are a candidate for joint replacement? Meet one-on-one with orthopedic surgeons Dr. Arjun Saxena or Dr. Paul Maxwell Courtney of Trenton Orthopaedic Group at Rothman Institute who will conduct a free screening and recommend...
The AARP Smart Driver course teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. You must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver’s license to attend this course. Upon completion, you will receive a...
Millions of Americans are affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD), a group of conditions that affect how well your kidneys work, which can lead to complications such as anemia, weak bones, and nerve damage. If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history...
Learn what you need to know about your Medicare benefits for 2019 and how to compare health and drug plans to find the best coverage. Speaker is Mary McGeary, Director of NJ State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), a Medicare Information program sponsored by NJ...
Over the past two years, Enterprise has been working with a set of partners across the country to help build the capacity of the sector to better engage community residents. We partnered with the FrameWorks Institute to conduct research to help housing practitioners better understand...
Building a Culture of Health in New Jersey is about improving health, equity and well-being for all residents. Each community defines a culture of health differently and many prospects for good health are limited by where we live, how much money we make, or discrimination we...
Pre-Diabetes is a condition that can lead to Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Join Nurse Practitioner Catherine "Beth" Shaltis from Capital Health - Endocrinology Specialists, as she discusses ways to prevent or reverse pre-diabetes. Mindy Komosinsky, a registered dietician and certified diabetes educator, will...