Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey

Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey The VNA of Northern New Jersey is a nonprofit, home health care and hospice organization with a dist

-One of the state’s leading home care providers based upon patient outcomes
-An agency that has consistently earned nearly perfect client satisfaction rating in
independent surveys
-A recognized leader and innovator in the field of home health care for more than
125 years.
-A comprehensive provider capable of ensuring coordinated care to meet all of
your needs.
-A highly respected and trusted nonprofit organization.

Doing a is a popular wellness trend. It involves immersing your body in very cold water - typically between 50° and 59...
08/11/2026

Doing a is a popular wellness trend. It involves immersing your body in very cold water - typically between 50° and 59°F for just 2 to 10 minutes. Professional athletes and wellness enthusiasts often tout benefits such as reduced muscle soreness, improved mood, and decreased inflammation. While cold-water immersion may offer benefits for some people, it isn't risk-free, especially for older adults or anyone with heart disease, high blood pressure, circulation problems, or certain chronic health conditions.

❄️ CRITICAL: Check with your healthcare provider before attempting a cold plunge to make sure it's safe for your body.

❄️ Start slowly. A cool shower or brief exposure to cool water may be a safer way to see how your body responds.

❄️ Limit your time to just a few minutes and never stay in if you begin to shiver intensely, feel dizzy, or have trouble breathing.

❄️ Never plunge alone. Having someone nearby is important in case you become lightheaded or experience an unexpected reaction.

❄️ Warm up gradually afterward with dry clothes and a warm (not hot) environment.

When done safely and with your healthcare provider's guidance, cold plunges may be one more tool to support an active, . The key is finding the wellness practices that work best for you.

On a hot day, it's important to be mindful of your water intake. If you're not enthusiastic about drinking plain water, ...
08/10/2026

On a hot day, it's important to be mindful of your water intake. If you're not enthusiastic about drinking plain water, try these water-rich foods to beat the heat:

🥒 Cucumbers: Contain about 95% water for a crisp, low-calorie snack.
🍉 Watermelon & Melons: Offer up to 92% water plus essential rehydrating salts.
🥗 Leafy greens: Raw spinach and lettuce add light hydration to meals.
☀ Zucchini: Acts as a versatile summer squash packed with fluids.

You can also try these drinks and snacks for tasty hydration or natural cooling:

💧 Coconut water: Restores key electrolytes like potassium and magnesium.
🥛 Yogurt & buttermilk: Help lower internal core temperature and support gut function.
🌿 Mint: Contains menthol to trigger natural cold-sensitive receptors in the mouth.
🍊 Citrus fruits: Lemons and oranges aid gentle digestion to prevent internal heat spikes.

On a very hot summer day, having an almost "no cook" recipe is a great idea, and Provençal pistou is a wonderful almost ...
08/08/2026

On a very hot summer day, having an almost "no cook" recipe is a great idea, and Provençal pistou is a wonderful almost no-cook solution! So often we think of it as a version of pesto, but it has more garlic and the sweet chewy charm of sun-dried tomatoes! Toss in tagliatelle, the pasta of Provence, and it becomes a tangle of light comfort food.

Get the recipe: https://www.vnannj.org/tagliatelle-red-provencal-pistou.html.

Shop for what's fresh this summer! 🍅🍑🌽August is a peak month for fresh produce: tomatoes, peaches, and sweet corn are su...
08/07/2026

Shop for what's fresh this summer! 🍅🍑🌽

August is a peak month for fresh produce: tomatoes, peaches, and sweet corn are summer favorites. Other fresh options for fruit include nectarines, plums, and figs as well as melons like watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew. And don't forget the berries: blackberries and raspberries are in season.

For veggies, you'll want to pick up some bell peppers, eggplant, sweet corn, green beans and cucumbers. Summer squash and zucchini are in season, too. Try to find local sources for produce to get the freshest options. Plus, it's great for the environment and your local farms to .

It's back-to-school time and parents are remembering to get their kids their annual checkups and vaccinations. It's impo...
08/03/2026

It's back-to-school time and parents are remembering to get their kids their annual checkups and vaccinations. It's important to remember that adults also need to get annual checkups and vaccintations, too. We've copied the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) immunization information for adults over age 19 here. You can also search for it online to get reminders for , , , and more.

People always tout the health benefits of blueberries...but are they really a superfood?According to Healthline, the ans...
07/31/2026

People always tout the health benefits of blueberries...but are they really a superfood?

According to Healthline, the answer is a resounding "yes"!

🫐 Blueberries are low in calories but high in nutrients
🫐 Blueberries are one of the top antioxidant foods, protecting your body from free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can damage your cells and contribute to aging and diseases, such as cancer
🫐 Blueberries may lower blood pressure
🫐 Blueberries can help maintain brain function and improve memory
🫐 Anthocyanins in blueberries may have anti-diabetes effects
🫐 Blueberries may reduce muscle damage after strenuous exercise

So the next time you're hungry for a snack, grab a handful of blueberries.

It was great to hear from Bob on Facebook: "Service provided has been excellent!"Reviews like Bob's on Google and Facebo...
07/26/2026

It was great to hear from Bob on Facebook: "Service provided has been excellent!"

Reviews like Bob's on Google and Facebook help us spread the word about our services and continue our mission to assist our neighbors who are . Thank you!

All-fruit, dairy-free and with no added sugar, this pineapple "nice" cream has tropical flavors, thanks to mango and lim...
07/25/2026

All-fruit, dairy-free and with no added sugar, this pineapple "nice" cream has tropical flavors, thanks to mango and lime. It takes just minutes to make in a food processor or a blender. Enjoy it alone, or top with fresh fruit and toasted coconut.

Get the recipe: https://www.vnannj.org/pineapple-mango-nice-cream.html.

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175 South Street
Morristown, NJ
07960

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+18009384748

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