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There are no suspected cases of COVID-19 at either Peace Care St. Ann’s or Peace Care St. Joseph’s, however visitors are restricted effective March 13, 2020.  In light of the severity of this current Coronavirus outbreak, we must restrict all non-essential visitors, including family members, from entering Peace Care St.... read more →

The Coronavirus 2019 (Covid-2019) outbreak is causing great concern across the globe. Peace Care has implemented our preparedness plan to carefully and proactively ensure the overall well-being of those entrusted to our care, our staff, and the community at both Peace Care St. Ann’s and Peace Care St. Joseph’s. Peace... read more →

The health and safety of our residents, patients, clients, and staff are of utmost importance to Peace Care. We are closely monitoring the Covid-19 (coronavirus), and are following established infection control protocols and precautions standard to contact and airborne illness that all our caregivers have been trained on to ensure... read more →

Jersey City, N.J.- The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace has appointed Cheryl B. Dorn, MSW, LNHA, as Chief Operating Officer of Peace Care, Inc., effective November 4, 2019. Cheryl brings 20 years of progressive responsibility in post‐acute and long‐term care settings in... read more →

Peace Care St. Joseph resident Mary Gibson hit a huge milestone as she celebrated her 110th birthday. This weeklong celebration began on Sunday, June 2nd, with a family birthday party at Peace Care St. Joseph’s.  Five generations were on-hand to celebrate this festive occasion in advance of her actual... read more →

Prom is often associated with a magical celebration. For our Adult Medical Day Care clients, their prom was no exception.  Beginning with a processional from the Adult Medical Day Care to the Peace Care St. Ann’s main lobby, attendees were cheered on by family members, residents, and staff. Each prom... read more →

On May 30th, Peace Care St. Joseph’s welcomed very special guests to visit our residents.  Alexander and Michelangelo, two miniature therapy horses, and middle school students from Joseph H. Berninger School - PS 17 stopped by to greet our residents.   Equine therapy is an experiential therapy between the interaction... read more →

On May 17, 2019, Peace Care joined together with 81 fellow nonprofit organizations throughout Hudson County for the inaugural #HudsonGives, which collectively raised more than $127,00 during the 24-hour, online giving campaign.  Peace Care raised $2,565 for our two campuses: St. Ann’s and St. Joseph’s, including $1,250 in prize money.... read more →

Peace Care St. Ann’s Administrator Janet Merly-Liranzo was honored with the prestigious Eli Pick Facility Leadership Award.  Given by the American College of Healthcare Administrators, this is a distinction of significance as only seven percent of facilities nationwide qualify.  “This award, to me, represents that hard work really pays off.... read more →

Bishop Dominic Marconi commemorated St. Joseph’s Day with our residents, families, and friends by celebrating Mass in the Peace Care St. Joseph Chapel. Peace Care St. Joseph’s holds a special place in Bishop Marconi’s heart as he served as our Chaplain during the early years of his priesthood and has... read more →

On March 8th, Michele J. Mount was appointed Peace Care’s new Director of Development and Community Relations. Michele’s goal is to implement a development strategy and direct developmental activities to support the residents, clients, and patients of Peace Care St. Ann’s and Peace Care St. Joseph’s.  Prior to joining Peace... read more →

On Wednesday, February 6, Peace Care unveiled our new mission statement during a moving ceremony at St. Joseph’s School for the Blind. “Together in Mission” celebrated Peace Care St. Ann’s and Peace Care St. Joseph’s legacies of more than 200 years’ combined experience providing excellent short-term physical rehabilitation and long-term... read more →

Peace Care St. Joseph’s thanks local patrons who donate their spare change in support of our residents. To date, we have collected $1,274.21! Thanks to Bill Tarrant, a longtime friend of St. Joseph’s, who helped establish these connections many years ago and collects the donations. These funds enable us to... read more →

The Health Care Association of New Jersey (HCANJ) presented Monsignor James Finnerty with the ‘Resident Better Life Award’ at the 70th Annual HCANJ Convention and Expo at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City. Fr. Finnerty was nominated based on his outstanding contributions toward enhancing the lives of our fellow residents. With a... read more →

Peace Care St. Ann’s held its annual health fair on June 29, 2018.  More than 15 vendors participated in the fair, providing important educational information, health screenings and demonstrations.  Each year the fair attracts our staff, community members and residents to spend time learning more about their health, local health... read more →

Peace Care St. Joseph’s held its second Annual Golf Outing on June 18, 2018, bringing together over 50 golfers to support the residents of Peace Care St. Joseph’s. The event was hosted by Thomas DeGise and Norman Guerra, long-time supporters of Peace Care, at Skyway Golf Course at Lincoln Park... read more →

To celebrate her birthday on June 10, Mary Gibson came down to the community room at the Peace Care St. Joseph’s Facility in a wheelchair rather than her historic walker, but had lost none of her historic wit. Read more: Hudson Reporter - 109 years young Resident came to Jersey City... read more →

The 42nd Annual Peace Care St. Ann’s Gala was held on Friday, May 18, 2018, at Maritime Parc in Jersey City. This signature fundraising event directly benefits programs and services for Peace Care St. Ann’s elderly residents, and Adult Medical Day Care clients. This year’s Gala recognized Andy Savvides, Director... read more →

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Friday, May 4 2 PM - 7 PM Peace Care St. Joseph's 537 Pavonia Avenue Jersey City, NJ 07306 Learn more about current career opportunities!   The job fair will be held in St. Joseph's recreation room. Please enter the building at the Magnolia Avenue entrance on the corner of... read more →

Wednesday, April 11 4 PM - 6 PM Peace Care St. Ann's 198 Old Bergen Road Jersey City, NJ 07305 Light refreshments will be served RSVP to Roger Shalakho: 888.560.5995 Peace Care St. Ann’s Adult Medical Day Care was created for individuals who live at home but require supportive health... read more →

Join us for an informative workshop to learn more about planning for your financial future. Topics will include: • Writing a Will • Social Security • Estate Taxes Upcoming Workshops: Wednesday, April 4 at 7:00 PM Peace Care St. Ann's 198 Old Bergen Road Jersey City, NJ 07305 Wednesday, April... read more →

The New Jersey Hospital Association, the state's oldest and largest healthcare trade association, today held its annual awards program to honor several individuals and organizations for their commitment to the state's healthcare system and the patients and communities they serve. NJHA's 2018 Distinguished Service Award was presented to Michael R.... read more →

In its December issue, The Catholic Advocate featured Peace Care St. Ann’s hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. View The Catholic Advocate's December Issue

Dear Members of the Peace Care St. Ann’s Family, As I am writing this Christmas letter to you I ask myself, “What does Christmas mean to me?” Christmas is a season for giving and a time for caring, so I believe. I went around and asked staff, residents, families and... read more →