Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey

06/23/2026

💙 Community Champions at Work! 💙

A huge THANK YOU to the Knights of Columbus for their generous $8,000 donation to support CVCJ's Respite Program!

For nearly a decade, they have been helping us provide relief, support, and hope to caregivers and families throughout our community. Inspired by a personal connection to Alzheimer's, Jim Stoever has been a dedicated advocate for our mission, and we are honored to have the continued support of the Knights of Columbus.

Together, we're making life a little easier for caregivers and helping more seniors remain independent at home.

Thank you for being part of the CVCJ family! 👏💙



Jim Stoever Knights of Columbus

06/22/2026

✨ An Update to Our Dancing With Their Stars Lineup ✨

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Kim and Craig Veith will no longer be participating in this year's CVCJ Dancing With Their Stars event. We are grateful for their support and wish them all the best.

While we'll miss Kim and Craig, we're thrilled to welcome a new duo to the dance floor! 💃🕺

⭐ Janet & Wayne Bittner
🏢 PET/CT Technologist, Hackensack Meridian Health & Treasurer, Brick Elks

"We're dancing because giving back to our community has always been important to us. Through our involvement with the Brick Elks and local charitable efforts, we've seen the impact that organizations like CVCJ have on the lives of seniors and caregivers. We're excited to take the dance floor, have some fun, and help raise funds to support CVCJ's mission of caring."

✨ Fun Facts:
• Janet is a passionate traveler, a huge animal lover, and dreams of living on a farm one day 🐴❤️
• Wayne loves singing karaoke—especially country music—and enjoys everything from bocce and co****le to shuffleboard, darts, and of course, dancing! 🎤🤠🕺

Now it's time to cheer them on as they hit the dance floor AND raise funds for CVCJ! 🪩

Support their journey here:
www.cvcj.org/dwts

Please join us in giving Janet and Wayne a warm CVCJ welcome as they prepare for an unforgettable night on September 30th!

06/21/2026

06/19/2026

🖤❤️💚 Wishing You a Meaningful Juneteenth 💚❤️🖤

Today, we honor Juneteenth—a day of reflection, resilience, and progress.

At Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, we see every day how compassion, service, and connection can uplift lives. Whether it's providing a ride to a medical appointment, delivering companionship through a friendly visit, supporting family caregivers, or bringing comfort through our therapy dogs, we are reminded that positive change begins with people helping people.

Together, we continue creating a future rooted in dignity, respect, and hope for all.

06/17/2026

🚗💙 Medical Transportation Sponsor Spotlight! 💙🚗

The road to independence starts with access to care, and we're excited to welcome Atlantic Physical Therapy Center as a sponsor of our Medical Transportation Program! 🎉

For more than two decades, Atlantic Physical Therapy Center has been helping individuals recover, regain mobility, and live healthier lives through compassionate, patient-centered care. Their mission of promoting health, wellness, and independence aligns perfectly with CVCJ's commitment to helping seniors and veterans get where they need to go safely and with dignity.

Thank you, Atlantic Physical Therapy Center, for helping us keep our community moving! 💛

Learn more: https://atlanticptcenter.com/



Atlantic Physical Therapy Center

06/16/2026

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You! 🌟

A huge thank you to Steve Satran and the Allentown Seniors for hosting CVCJ and our community partners for a wonderful Lunch & Learn presentation. We are so grateful for the opportunity to connect with local seniors and share valuable resources that help support independence, wellness, and quality of life.

A special thank you to Mayor Fritts and the Allentown Town Council for the warm welcome and hospitality. Your support and commitment to the senior community are truly appreciated.

We would also like to recognize our amazing partners who helped make this event a success:
✨ Tracey Connell: Caring People
✨ Marlena Follet: Encompass
✨ Jack Stewart: Assisted Living Locators
✨ Cheryl Citron: Ennoble Care
✨ Joyce Yencarelli: Sunrise Senior Living
✨ Coleen Feeney: Meals on Wheels

Together, we are building stronger, more connected communities for older adults throughout our region. Thank you to everyone who attended, asked questions, and made the afternoon so engaging and enjoyable!

💙💛

Encompass Health Assisted Living Locators of Monmouth County Ennoble Care Sunrise Senior Living Meals on Wheels America Allentown Borough NJ

06/15/2026

🐾💙 When Duty Calls, CVCJ Answers! 💙🐾

While our Caregiver Canines® program is best known for bringing comfort, companionship, and smiles to seniors throughout our community, sometimes the call for healing comes from a different generation.

Next week, our amazing therapy dogs are lending a paw to teens participating in a grief counseling session—providing unconditional love, comfort, and a calming presence during a difficult time.

At CVCJ, we believe that compassion has no age limit. Whether it's a senior facing isolation or a young person navigating loss, we're proud to share the healing power of the human-animal bond whenever and wherever it's needed.

Because when duty calls, CVCJ answers. 🐶❤️

06/12/2026

🐾 Caregiver Canines® Spotlight Sponsor 🐾

Our Caregiver Canines® program continues to be one of CVCJ’s most loved and impactful services—bringing comfort, connection, and joy wherever our therapy dogs go. 🐶💛

We’re thrilled to recognize and thank our incredible supporters, Manasquan Bank and Jim Vaccaro, for helping make this program possible!

Their commitment to giving back and strengthening our community aligns beautifully with the heart of our mission, and we are so grateful for their partnership. ✨

Learn more about Manasquan Bank: https://manasquan.bank/

06/11/2026

📢 Need Help Putting Food on the Table? 📢
🥘Operation Homeplate Can Help! 🥘

Ocean County seniors and individuals with disabilities may be eligible for supplemental nutrition assistance, and applying is easier than you think! 💙

✅ Multiple convenient locations throughout Ocean County
✅ Free assistance with the application process
✅ Friendly staff ready to help determine eligibility

Don't miss this opportunity to access resources that can help stretch your food budget and support your well-being.

📍 Check out the flyer for application dates and locations.
📞 Questions? Call the Ocean County Office of Senior Services at 732-929-2091 and press 1 for Operation Homeplate.

🍎 Good nutrition is essential at every age. Share this post with a friend, neighbor, veteran, caregiver, or loved one who may benefit!

Ocean County Department of Human Services

💙🍽️💛

06/10/2026

🐾 Caregiver Canines® Spotlight Sponsor 🐾

It’s so exciting to see so many incredible community sponsors coming together to support our Dancing With Their Stars event and the work we do at CVCJ.

Today, we’re excited to highlight another Caregiver Canines® Sponsor, Vision Financial Services ✨https://www.visionfinancialnj.com

Their commitment to helping individuals and families build financial stability and plan for the future aligns beautifully with CVCJ’s mission of connection, care, and stronger communities.

We are so grateful for their support! 💛


Anne Velto Kraljic