A great time was had by New Vitae’s residents, staff, and families at our 2023 Fall Family Days. September 24th Residents, staff, and families from our Northern sites celebrated with an 80’s theme that celebrated the company turning forty. Everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch, 80’s themed activities like Rubik’s Cubes and hula hoops, a photo booth,…
Nearly one-third of all brain injuries occur in adults of working age who were employed before their injury. Whether or not someone who survives a traumatic brain injury (TBI) returns to work, in any capacity, will often depend upon the severity of the injury, the parts of the brain that were impacted, and the…
Beach Trip a 38-Year Tradition Since 1984 New Vitae Wellness and Recovery has been taking an annual trip to the shore. Residents have enjoyed a fun-filled therapeutic weeks away. Besides going to the beach and swimming in the pool, many other activities are offered and enjoyed such as trolley rides, walking on the boardwalk, a…
Equine therapy, also known as horse therapy or equine-assisted therapy, is gaining recognition as a powerful and effective form of therapy for veterans who have served in the military. The bond formed between humans and horses is truly unique, and participating in equine therapy provides numerous physical, emotional, and mental benefits for veterans transitioning back…
New Vitae Wellness and Recovery had a great time celebrating the holiday season and reflecting on 2022. Each year we like to take time to recognize exceptional staff members. The Employee of the Year Award is given to all programs. This year’s recipients are as follows: Joan Muth– Administration Hussein Eltohami– Action Recovery Kaitlyn Helsel–…
Senator Pat Browne and state legislators help secure $1 million in grant funding for the project. New Vitae Wellness and Recovery recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of Browne Cottage, a new living space for individuals at New Vitae’s Mount Trexler Manor/Action Recovery site in Upper Saucon Township, Lehigh County. The cottage…
National Coffee Break Day is a great reminder of why taking breaks at work or school is essential. What are some of the benefits of taking a break at school or work? Employees that take breaks are more productive and creative Breaks can reduce stress After taking a break, you can complete tasks with fewer…
QUAKERTOWN, Pa., (July 2022) — New Vitae Wellness and Recovery is proud to partner with Nockamixon State Park in a new program to protect the local population of bluebirds through the donation of hand-built nesting boxes. The volunteer program gives New Vitae residents the opportunity to interact with nature while helping to protect the bluebird…
LIMEPORT, Pa., (June 2022) — New Vitae Wellness and Recovery recently launched two garden projects at one of its licensed personal care homes, affirming the organization’s commitment to a philosophy of community-based learning and fellowship for residents and staff. To support the renewal of hope in a “post-pandemic” world, the projects at Mount Trexler Manor…