Brandywine Mahwah by Monarch

22/03/2026

Reflections Residents had the best time with T-Bone Rubiani! Not only does he play all our favorite jukebox standards, but he certainly looks the part! He will be back in April with "Project 63," a Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Tribute Act!

22/03/2026

How talented were our guest Irish dancers? We had the best St. Patrick's Day, full of jigs, tunes, and shenanigans!

22/03/2026

What an honor it was to read for our little neighbors at Guidepost Montesori! So many of our residents used to be amazing teachers, and we could tell by how wonderful they did with the children. It's nice to let loose and be silly together!

22/03/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Edwin! 🎉

Join us in celebrating Edwin Hernandez, Environmental Services Director at Brandywine Mahwah! Wishing you a wonderful birthday filled with happiness and appreciation!

17/03/2026

🍀May your thoughts be as joyful as the shamrocks today! 🍀 Celebrating Irish heritage with good friends, great cheer, and even better memories. Sláinte!

17/03/2026

Brandywine by Monarch Featured on News 12 NJ! 🎥

We’re excited to share that our Brandywine by Monarch team members, Pam Jorgensen, Justin Zimmerman, and Stephania Gaber, were featured on News 12 New Jersey’s Spotlight New Jersey! They highlighted the meaningful programs and educational initiatives happening across Brandywine by Monarch communities and the impact on residents, families, and caregivers.

A special thank you to Della Crews and the News 12 NJ team for showcasing our communities.

🎬 Scroll down to watch segments 2 through 6:

Officials joined News 12’s Della Crews to discuss the services the business has to offer.

16/03/2026

Brandywine by Monarch on News 12 NJ!

Members of the Brandywine by Monarch team were recently featured on News 12 New Jersey’s Spotlight New Jersey.

Pam Jorgensen, Justin Zimmerman, and Stephania Gaber shared how educational programming supports residents, families, and caregivers across Brandywine by Monarch communities.

Thank you to Della Crews and the News 12 NJ team for showcasing our communities.

🎬 Here is the first segment: https://bit.ly/40vznb3
More segments coming tomorrow, don’t miss them!

13/03/2026

Reminder to Tune In!

Don’t forget to watch Brandywine by Monarch team members on News 12 New Jersey as part of their Spotlight New Jersey segment highlighting the meaningful work happening across Brandywine by Monarch communities.

Featuring Pam Jorgensen, Justin Zimmerman, and Stephania Gaber, the segment shares how educational programming supports residents, families, and caregivers.

Airs March 14 and March 15
6 AM | 9 AM | 12 PM
On News 12 New Jersey

Be sure to tune in! 🎥

13/03/2026

In Senior Living, Nutrition Is More Than a Meal

March is National Nutrition Month, a time to recognize the important role nutrition plays in supporting the health and wellbeing of older adults.

At Monarch Communities, our culinary programs do far more than serve meals. Thoughtful nutrition supports energy, strength, brain health, and emotional wellbeing, helping residents live well every day.

Every meal has the potential to support:
🍎 Physical health
🧠 Brain health and cognitive function
💛 Emotional wellbeing
🤝 Community and connection

Beyond nutrition, dining is often the heart of the community. It’s where residents gather, share stories, and build meaningful connections.

We are grateful for the talented culinary teams across Monarch Communities who bring care, creativity, and hospitality to every meal they serve.

Because in senior living, culinary is never just about food.
It’s about nourishing the whole person.

11/03/2026

This beautiful weather reminds us that Spring is right around the corner!

09/03/2026

This week's Activity Highlights:

Monday, 3/9
Celebrate "Ford Mustang Day" with a documentary on Henry Ford, or attend the "Ford vs. Ferrari" movie at 2:15!
This afternoon, Reflections will have a Spring-themed Connections Day with live music by Barbara Harris of 60's girl group "The Toys." Join us for a St. Paddy's Day acrylic painting at 2:30 in the Escapades Room!

Tuesday, 3/10
After exercise, join Cindy for March-themed trivia! In the afternoon, Reflections will create a painting of cherry blossom using unconventional tools like a soda bottle! At 2:30, join Tanisha outside on the pub patio for various lawn games like Corn Hole, Shuffle Board, and more! Let's soak up the sun!

Wednesday, 3/11
This morning, you can sign up to go shopping at Dollar Tree after exercise, or play Mahjong with our guest instructor! Reflections will sing along to music therapy with Margie, then enjoy a nice trip to Dunkin and Baskin Robbins in the afternoon! At 2:30, join Joe Lawliss for an opera lecture in the theater, or get crafty with our dried flower wall plaque craft.

Thursday, 3/12
It's Alfred Hitchcock Day! Learn about his film legacy with the documentary "Dial H for Hitchcock," then enjoy the suspense of "Dial M for Murder" as the afternoon movie!
Reflections residents will continue their scrapbook collage books with a St. Patrick's Day themed page,
then be wowed by a new entertainer, Destino!
Get your nails done by Tanisha at 2:00 in the Escapades Room, then join us for a Pizza Party Happy Hour at 4:00!

Friday, 3/13
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day early with an Irish Cultural Sing along with Cindy! Words will be displayed on the movie theater screen, so don't worry if you don't remember all of the lyrics. Tanisha will be hosting exercise and engaging games in the morning for Reflections Residents! At 2:30, test your poker face with an instructor from AC Poker!

Saturday, 3/14
After Music and Movement class with Gloria, dig into a pie and dessert table to celebrate "Pi ( or 3.14) Day!"
Reflections residents will get movin' with Valley's Senior Fitness Class.

09/03/2026

We hope everyone who celebrates had a Blessed Purim! We are so grateful for the special guests we had at our party, and we can't wait to observe Passover next month!