"By all these lovely tokens, September days are here.
With summer's best of weather and autumn's best of cheer."
- Helen Hunt Jackson
September 2025 News
September News from Eiros Group!
Coach Joe Health & Wellness Sessions Are About to Begin!
Coach Joe Rozell & More Awesome Coaching Available to Eiros Group Customers! Sign Up Today!
Eiros Group has partnered with Coach Joe Rozell to offer health and wellness coaching sessions as a part of Eiros Group's Direct Support Services. Starting this month, Coach Joe is offering sessions (in person and virtual) covering Nutrition, Physical Fitness, Strength Training, Special Olympics Training, and overall coaching for Social, Emotional and Physical Health.
His personalized sessions are 12 weeks, designed to meet your goals and unique needs, ensuring you feel motivated and supported every step of the way.
Joe has over 6 years of training and coaching clients that experience disability. Athletic Trainer for the NFL, NCAA, MLS, UFC, MLB, NHL and more.
We are super excited to have Coach Joe bring his unique and inspiring talents back to Eiros Group! Want to learn more and get signed up? Reach out to VictoriaB@Eiros-Group.com.
Eiros Group Is Off to Denmark for Gentle Teaching International 2025!
Ever since the beginning of Eiros Group over 5 years ago, leading and living in a Culture of Gentleness has been integral to the core philosophy of Eiros Group.
Gentle Teaching is practiced in many countries throughout the world including the United States, Canada, India, South America, Asia and Europe. This year marks the 24th Annual Gentle Teaching International Conference in Aalborg, Denmark. Each year, this conference brings together professionals and organizations worldwide, that work together to develop, promote and strengthen the values of Gentle Teaching.
The Gentle Teaching International Conference 2025 is hosted by Sødisbakke, one of Denmark’s leading special services for adults with physical and mental disabilities. Like Eiros Group, they have attended numerous GTI Conferences over the years, and are excited to be the host of this year's event in Aalborg, Denmark.
The 3 day conference includes numerous workshops and presentations, for networking and educational purposes, intended to showcase the impact of Gentle Teaching in reshaping organizational culture.
On behalf of Eiros Group, our Chief Operations Officer, Kristen Mathews will be presenting, "Gentle Teaching and Building Meaningful Connections", a workshop which illustrates how we use a Culture of Gentleness, combined with Charting the Life Course, for our customers.
Look for a recap of the GTI2025 Conference in our October edition of the Eiros Group Newsletter!
Career Growth Starts Here
by Jean Marie Hanna, Supports Broker
The job market is increasingly competitive, especially for individuals with disabilities. Accessing employment opportunities may require extra support, resources, or skill
development.
Having just entered the job market, Elizabeth focused on gaining skills through volunteering at the Center for Independent Living of South Jersey. She gained skills in
customer service, compliance and the professional importance of being on time and working with a team.
With these newfound skills and the assistance of her career counselor through the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS), Elizabeth was referred to the Helms Academy where she is working on a (25) week clerical assessment.
Elizabeth’s journey is not over and has not happened overnight; however, she continues to pursue her interests with an open mind and an open heart.
Elizabeth, you’ve embraced new skills and the empowerment that comes with learning and growth. Eiros Group wishes you continued success in all your future endeavors.
Each month, we receive submissions from Eiros Group Employees, the people we support, and their families, about a variety of topics including services, insights, vacation or holiday experiences, family memories or traditions, favorite recipes and stories about life with disability. If you would like to submit an article, photos or both for consideration in an upcoming edition, please send to: maryb@eiros-group.com We are grateful for all of the contributions to our newsletter!
Come Work With Us ! We have a number of open positions throughout New Jersey! Want to learn more? Click here and apply today!
September Eiros Group
Anniversaries & Birthdays!
Happy Birthday to Jean A., Gayleann G., Coby H., and Aniyah I.!
We also want to wish Happy Eiros Group Anniversaries to Lisa A., Samantha D., and Marita P.!!
Thank you to all of you for being a part of our amazing group!!
Eiros Group Is A Proud Sponsor of The 10th Annual JBJ Soul Kitchen Chili Cook-Off!
The JBJ Soul Kitchen in Tom's River is hosting it's 10th Annual Chili Cook-Off, and we are excited to be a supporting sponsor as local First Responders compete for the Best Chili of the Day! A couple of the Eiros Group staff have been volunteers at the JBJ Soul Kitchens, and we definitely believe in supporting organizations like Soul Kitchen, whose mission is to support their community! For more information about the event, or how you too can contribute to this amazing organization, visit JBJ Soul Kitchen ~ A Community Restaurant
Attention NJ School Districts! Is Your School Hosting A Resource Fair? Contact Us!
If your district is hosting a Transition or Resource Fair this Fall or later in the school year, please send us the information so that we can not only attend, but also share the news!
Email us here!
If you have had a change in email addresses, mailing addresses, phone numbers or any other information, it is ESSENTIAL that you contact us to make sure it is all up to date. This information also needs to be up to date with Support Coordinators, and on your ISP, if applicable. If you need help, or have had a recent change, please contact your Supports Broker right away!
Arm In Arm in Mercer County:
48 Hudson Street, Trenton NJ
Monday and Wednesday : 9:30AM to 12PM
61 Nassau Street, Princeton NJ
Monday and Wednesday : 11 AM to 4 PM
Tuesday: 1 PM to 7 PM
Mobile Food Pantry
2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Township 08648 (Mercer County Library)
Mondays at 2 PM to 4 PM
142 E. Hanover Street, Trenton (located at Trenton Meeting of Friends)
Tuesdays 9:30 AM to 12 PM
Have You Completed Your NEW Enrollment With Acumen Yet?
As Acumen Fiscal Agent continues to roll out the program statewide, and receive enrollments, it is important you work with your Support Coordinator, Supports Brokers, Vendors and/or Employees to have enrollment completed as soon as possible.
By now, any person that previously had PPL as their designated Fiscal Intermediary, should have completed a NEW enrollment with Acumen-NJ .
It is very important that you complete an official enrollment with Acumen if you previously had PPL.
If you have not yet completed the application, Eiros Group can help. Our Brokers are trained and ready to help! Contact
KristenM@Eiros-Group.com
The 2025 Self-Direction Conference Launches In October!
The Collaborative for Citizen Directed Supports - New Jersey
The NJ Self-Direction Conference brings together individuals, families, professionals and advocates to explore the power of self-direction, providing resources, workshops, expert-led discussions, networking and more to help navigate the future of person-centered care.
Location - The College of New Jersey, Brower Student Center, Ewing (in-person)
Day One - Thursday, October 23rd, 2025; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Networking and Exhibitor Social
Day Two - Friday, October 24th; 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Conference and Workshops
Visit
TheCollaborativeNJ.org for more information.
Are You Registered & Ready? Do It!
As the seasons begin to shift from one to the next, the chance for severe weather is always a possibility. September is historically the peak of Hurricane season as well. The New “Register Ready – New Jersey’s Special Needs Registry for Disasters” allows New Jersey residents with disabilities or access and functional needs and their families, friends, caregivers and associates an opportunity to provide information to emergency response agencies so emergency responders can better plan to serve them in a disaster or other emergency.
Remember, being prepared is the most important thing to do. Register with your county's Office of Emergency Management, regularly run down the lists of important contacts, and know what to do. The first line of defense in any disaster is being prepared.
See You In September...
September is such a fun and transformative month! Kicking right off with Labor Day, there are a bevy of other fun and important days to celebrate throughout the month! Here are just a few of our favorites:
Sept. 5th is National Cheese Pizza Day
The First Saturday in September: National Play Outside Day and National Hummingbird Day
Sept. 7th is National Grandparents Day
Sept. 11th is Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance
Sept. 12th is National Hugs and High 5 Day
Sept. 22nd is National Ice Cream Cone Day
Sept. 22nd is also the First Day of Autumn
Sept. 23rd is International Day of Sign Languages
Sept. 26th is National Pancake Day
Sept. 29th is National Coffee Day
Sept. 30th is National Love People Day
Sept. 15th-21st is National Inclusion Week
Sept. 21st-27th is International Week of Deaf People, National Professional Care Workers Week, and National Eye Health Week.
September is also National Preparedness Month, National Deaf Awareness Month, World Alzheimer's Month, and National Service Dog Month!
What are some of your favorite days? Visit our Facebook Page and let us know!
The New Jersey Hearing Aid Project (NJHAP) offers free refurbished hearing aids for individuals that meet program eligibility. The Hearing Aid Project is an innovative initiative launched by the New Jersey Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DDHH), in partnership with Montclair State University (MSU).
Program Eligibility:
- Age 65+ or are disabled receiving Social Security Disability Income (SSDI)
- New Jersey resident
- Income for 2025 is no greater than $53,446, if single or no greater than $60,690, if married.
Find Your Happy Place
Even though Beach Season is winding down, that does not mean we have to hide indoors! The Nature: Accessible for All website has compiled a fantastic list parks, trails, and nature sites that have firm and even surfaces for individuals with mobility concerns, braille trails and audio resources for blind or low-vision visitors, nature sites that offer inclusive programming, sites with adaptive amenities, and equipment to make visitor experiences more enjoyable. . Click here to view the guide
Upcoming events throughout NJ
Below are upcoming activities or events throughout New Jersey! If you are hosting a similar type of event, and would like it included in our newsletter, please send to maryb@Eiros-Group.com
*Please allow 2 weeks or more advance notice. Thanks!
NORTH:
Madison PBA Carnival
September 3 through 7
Wednesday through Friday: 6-10pm
Saturday: 3-10pm
Sunday: 1-5pm
September 13: 1 to 9pm
September 14: 10am to 2pm
September 20 & 21
September 20 & 21
12 to 7pm
CENTRAL:
Every Friday and Saturday Night in September
5 to 10pm
Fall Art Show at Tehune Orchards
Every Sunday from September 1 through December 7
Highland Park Farmers Market
Every Friday until December 12
Stargazing at the NJ Atronomical Assoc. Observatory
Every Saturday until October 25
8:30 to 10pm
LBI Sea Glass and Art Festival
October 4: 10am to 4pm
October 5: 10am to 4pm
SOUTH:
Palmer's Square Fall Music Series
Various dates throughout Saturdays in September
1 to 3pm
The Big Bounce Event in Trenton
September 5 through 7
Review website for scheduled times
Grounds for Sculpture Family Open Studio Day
September 6:
11am to 3pm
DownBeach Seafood Festival in Ventnor
September 13 and 14: 11am to 7pm
ONLINE:
Transition to Adult Life Webinars presented by NJ DDD
Dates are ongoing throughout 2025
If you are hosting a similar type of event, and would like it included in our newsletter, please send to
maryb@Eiros-Group.com
*Please allow 2 weeks or more advance notice. Thanks! Please note, we are relaying information found on other websites or through other organizations, and doing so as a service. Please confirm event details and information directly.
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