Darren Creran, who is employed by
Rockaway Townsquare Mall as a delivery
person pictured with driver Jose Garcia:
“I work out of the main office, and deliver
documents, letters and the weekly
newsletter to
all the stores
throughout the
mall. Also, when
the Information
Booth needs
assistance I help
out, and I like that
people can depend
on me.”
Save the Date!
Cheshire Home’s
Ninth Annual
Cheshire Home Honors
LensCrafters at Volunteer Dinner
On May 28, 2008, Cheshire Home recognized LensCrafters in
Livingston Mall for eleven years of service to our residents.
During this time LensCrafters has provided residents with
the Gift of Sight, supplying them with more than 30 pairs of
free eyeglasses! Their employees have also volunteered many hours to Cheshire,
presenting a number of workshops that focus on proper eye care.
5K Firehouse
Pizza Run
Sunday, September 14, 2008
8 am - Registration
and Check-In
9 am - Race Begins
Runners Welcome!
Sponsors Welcome!
All proceeds support the programs
and services of Cheshire Home.
On behalf of the LensCrafters staff that exemplifies kind and compassionate
professionalism, Nick Cleirbaut
accepted our appreciation plaque as well
Neighborhood Journal Television
as a resolution from Governor Corzine,
recognizing the store’s service. If you
would like to help the world see, drop
off your old prescription glasses or nonAnd that star is Cheshire Home! Our home recently appeared
prescription sunglasses at LensCrafters.
as a featured non-profit on Cablevision’s “Neighborhood Journal” television
They’ll be completely refurbished and
program! The episode offered a wonderful glimpse into a Day at Cheshire Home,
delivered to those in need.
as our residents participated in a variety of daily activities and programs.
Se
rv
i
a
Nancy is a very
busy young lady, working two additional
offsite part time jobs, and volunteering at St.
Anne’s Villa in Florham Park.
“I always love talking to people, and
assisting them
any way I can.
In this job I meet
with people all
the time, I provide
tax information to
them, and best yet,
I help them get
back as much
money as they
legally can!”
Cheshire Home, Inc. …Serving Physically Disabled Adults Since 1981 Cheshire Home Residents
Pursue Higher Education…
And Promote Disability
Awareness in Area Schools Five Cheshire residents are currently attending college, working toward their Associate or
Bachelor degrees in a variety of subject areas. As they pursue academic achievement, they are
creating opportunities for themselves as future professionals and leaders in their chosen fields.
Joe Tate
Joe is attending County College of Morris in Randolph, where
he is working toward his degree in Mechanical Engineering
Technologies. These technologies pertain to Computer-animated
Design, and after Joe achieves his Associate’s Degree next year,
he will determine if he will transfer to another institution of higher
learning, in order to pursue his bachelor’s degree.
Megan Morhbutter
Megan attends Caldwell College as a Communications major,
and she will soon achieve her Bachelor’s degree. “Acing” such
courses as Broadcast Journalism, Megan is adept on either side
of the camera and mike, and she’s currently seeking a summer
internship. She also works as a receptionist at Cheshire, and
volunteers at Brighton Gardens of Florham Park, where she is wellknown among the seniors who reside there.
Jason Francis
Jason, who is employed as a receptionist at Cheshire, is pursuing
his Associates Degree at County College of Morris. His goal is to
counsel other people who have recently become disabled, assisting
them in attaining their own personal life goals. Jason is also a
past president and vice president of our Resident Council, and is
committed to working on behalf of disabled individuals.
Sharonda Drew
Sharonda is a third year student at Kean University where
she is working currently toward her Bachelor’s degree and
ultimately toward her Doctorate in Psychology. She’s very
interested in human behavior and has a passion for helping
adolescents much like herself. Sharonda feels that her own life
experiences will help her enormously in assisting others.
A Star is Born...
For more information about the Gift
of Sight program, please visit www.
givethegiftofsight.org. Congratulations,
LensCrafters!
Many thanks to Cablevision Channel 78, producer Tom Lupo and his great
crew, and to volunteer Dave Carson for his part in our participation.
David Nasser
David attends County College of Morris as a liberal arts
student, majoring in Sociology. He’s working toward his
Associate’s Degree, and anticipates that he will achieve this
goal within the next year to year and a half. David also serves
as the Vice-President of the Cheshire Home Resident Council,
representing the residents as a liaison to the Administration
and the Board of Trustees.
e
“I’ve been working at the boutique for a
couple of years,
and I like it,
especially when
the residents and
staff stop in to
buy something.
That makes my
job fun!”
Linda Foster, who is employed by
H&R Block, Sears, at Livingston Mall:
A
r
Nancy Di Coma, who works as our
Cheshire Home Boutique cashier:
“I love my garden!
It’s very special to
me, and I spend
hours outside,
planting flowers and
vegetables. Each
spring I try to bring
in something new.
Take a look at my
apple tree.
It’s in bloom!”
Tri-State
“Working is fun, and
this job gives me a
chance to meet new
people when they visit
Cheshire Home! Also,
the experience can
help me if I decide to
get an office job in the
future. I get a lot of
practice answering
the phones and
directing calls.”
Alice Papa can frequently be seen in
the garden which borders our patio area,
nurturing her plants and seedlings:
w Jersey
Ne
A
n
e
Th
Tina Armenio, employed as a front
desk receptionist at Cheshire Home:
n
g
d
ABLE, not IDLE!
Working on or offsite, and enjoying pastimes that offer
great pleasure, Cheshire Home residents share their
thoughts on what it all means to them…
Summer 2008
A.B.L.E.=
Awareness
by Learning
Experience
This innovative program was developed
in 1988, in order to help young students
as well as adults develop awareness and
understanding of the challenges associated
with physical disabilities. Presented by
trained Cheshire Home residents under
the supervision of Instructor Eric Levine,
A.B.L.E was presented to more than 1,000
area students in 2007, and already, in
2008, nearly 600 have participated!
Children take part in activities such as
a “wheelchair obstacle course”, and
their feedback is inspiring. They best
express what they have learned through
their own illustrations, one of which is
pictured above.
A.B.L.E., which is offered free of charge,
is sustained through grant funding and
individual and school donations. For
more information, or to arrange for an
A.B.L.E presentation, please call Director
of Vocational Services Jayne Dellon at
973 966-1232, X 236.
Did
You
Know…
?
...that Cheshire Home’s
transportation system provides close to
4,000 one-way trips each year, fostering
the independence of our residents.
864
598
342
854
808
Medicals
Educational
Personal
Vocational
Recreational
VOCATIONAL
EDUCATIONAL
MEDICAL
PERSONAL
RECREATIONAL
Darren Creran, who is employed by
Rockaway Townsquare Mall as a delivery
person pictured with driver Jose Garcia:
“I work out of the main office, and deliver
documents, letters and the weekly
newsletter to
all the stores
throughout the
mall. Also, when
the Information
Booth needs
assistance I help
out, and I like that
people can depend
on me.”
Save the Date!
Cheshire Home’s
Ninth Annual
Cheshire Home Honors
LensCrafters at Volunteer Dinner
On May 28, 2008, Cheshire Home recognized LensCrafters in
Livingston Mall for eleven years of service to our residents.
During this time LensCrafters has provided residents with
the Gift of Sight, supplying them with more than 30 pairs of
free eyeglasses! Their employees have also volunteered many hours to Cheshire,
presenting a number of workshops that focus on proper eye care.
5K Firehouse
Pizza Run
Sunday, September 14, 2008
8 am - Registration
and Check-In
9 am - Race Begins
Runners Welcome!
Sponsors Welcome!
All proceeds support the programs
and services of Cheshire Home.
On behalf of the LensCrafters staff that exemplifies kind and compassionate
professionalism, Nick Cleirbaut
accepted our appreciation plaque as well
Neighborhood Journal Television
as a resolution from Governor Corzine,
recognizing the store’s service. If you
would like to help the world see, drop
off your old prescription glasses or nonAnd that star is Cheshire Home! Our home recently appeared
prescription sunglasses at LensCrafters.
as a featured non-profit on Cablevision’s “Neighborhood Journal” television
They’ll be completely refurbished and
program! The episode offered a wonderful glimpse into a Day at Cheshire Home,
delivered to those in need.
as our residents participated in a variety of daily activities and programs.
Se
rv
i
a
Nancy is a very
busy young lady, working two additional
offsite part time jobs, and volunteering at St.
Anne’s Villa in Florham Park.
“I always love talking to people, and
assisting them
any way I can.
In this job I meet
with people all
the time, I provide
tax information to
them, and best yet,
I help them get
back as much
money as they
legally can!”
Cheshire Home, Inc. …Serving Physically Disabled Adults Since 1981 Cheshire Home Residents
Pursue Higher Education…
And Promote Disability
Awareness in Area Schools Five Cheshire residents are currently attending college, working toward their Associate or
Bachelor degrees in a variety of subject areas. As they pursue academic achievement, they are
creating opportunities for themselves as future professionals and leaders in their chosen fields.
Joe Tate
Joe is attending County College of Morris in Randolph, where
he is working toward his degree in Mechanical Engineering
Technologies. These technologies pertain to Computer-animated
Design, and after Joe achieves his Associate’s Degree next year,
he will determine if he will transfer to another institution of higher
learning, in order to pursue his bachelor’s degree.
Megan Morhbutter
Megan attends Caldwell College as a Communications major,
and she will soon achieve her Bachelor’s degree. “Acing” such
courses as Broadcast Journalism, Megan is adept on either side
of the camera and mike, and she’s currently seeking a summer
internship. She also works as a receptionist at Cheshire, and
volunteers at Brighton Gardens of Florham Park, where she is wellknown among the seniors who reside there.
Jason Francis
Jason, who is employed as a receptionist at Cheshire, is pursuing
his Associates Degree at County College of Morris. His goal is to
counsel other people who have recently become disabled, assisting
them in attaining their own personal life goals. Jason is also a
past president and vice president of our Resident Council, and is
committed to working on behalf of disabled individuals.
Sharonda Drew
Sharonda is a third year student at Kean University where
she is working currently toward her Bachelor’s degree and
ultimately toward her Doctorate in Psychology. She’s very
interested in human behavior and has a passion for helping
adolescents much like herself. Sharonda feels that her own life
experiences will help her enormously in assisting others.
A Star is Born...
For more information about the Gift
of Sight program, please visit www.
givethegiftofsight.org. Congratulations,
LensCrafters!
Many thanks to Cablevision Channel 78, producer Tom Lupo and his great
crew, and to volunteer Dave Carson for his part in our participation.
David Nasser
David attends County College of Morris as a liberal arts
student, majoring in Sociology. He’s working toward his
Associate’s Degree, and anticipates that he will achieve this
goal within the next year to year and a half. David also serves
as the Vice-President of the Cheshire Home Resident Council,
representing the residents as a liaison to the Administration
and the Board of Trustees.
e
“I’ve been working at the boutique for a
couple of years,
and I like it,
especially when
the residents and
staff stop in to
buy something.
That makes my
job fun!”
Linda Foster, who is employed by
H&R Block, Sears, at Livingston Mall:
A
r
Nancy Di Coma, who works as our
Cheshire Home Boutique cashier:
“I love my garden!
It’s very special to
me, and I spend
hours outside,
planting flowers and
vegetables. Each
spring I try to bring
in something new.
Take a look at my
apple tree.
It’s in bloom!”
Tri-State
“Working is fun, and
this job gives me a
chance to meet new
people when they visit
Cheshire Home! Also,
the experience can
help me if I decide to
get an office job in the
future. I get a lot of
practice answering
the phones and
directing calls.”
Alice Papa can frequently be seen in
the garden which borders our patio area,
nurturing her plants and seedlings:
w Jersey
Ne
A
n
e
Th
Tina Armenio, employed as a front
desk receptionist at Cheshire Home:
n
g
d
ABLE, not IDLE!
Working on or offsite, and enjoying pastimes that offer
great pleasure, Cheshire Home residents share their
thoughts on what it all means to them…
Summer 2008
A.B.L.E.=
Awareness
by Learning
Experience
This innovative program was developed
in 1988, in order to help young students
as well as adults develop awareness and
understanding of the challenges associated
with physical disabilities. Presented by
trained Cheshire Home residents under
the supervision of Instructor Eric Levine,
A.B.L.E was presented to more than 1,000
area students in 2007, and already, in
2008, nearly 600 have participated!
Children take part in activities such as
a “wheelchair obstacle course”, and
their feedback is inspiring. They best
express what they have learned through
their own illustrations, one of which is
pictured above.
A.B.L.E., which is offered free of charge,
is sustained through grant funding and
individual and school donations. For
more information, or to arrange for an
A.B.L.E presentation, please call Director
of Vocational Services Jayne Dellon at
973 966-1232, X 236.
Did
You
Know…
?
...that Cheshire Home’s
transportation system provides close to
4,000 one-way trips each year, fostering
the independence of our residents.
864
598
342
854
808
Medicals
Educational
Personal
Vocational
Recreational
VOCATIONAL
EDUCATIONAL
MEDICAL
PERSONAL
RECREATIONAL