For this year’s Miles For Matheny, we are joining in with the excitement of the ! Our theme this year will reflect international sportsmanship and soccer (or football, if you prefer)!
Don’t miss out on the fun! Register for Miles today. 🔗 below!
04/03/2026
Did you know? April is National Volunteer Month!
Throughout this month, we will be taking some time to celebrate and recognize the amazing contributions of the Matheny volunteers—starting today with a volunteer !
Last year, we had a volunteer project to repaint railings on walkways throughout the Matheny campus. These folks from Hyundai Genesis of Jersey City were among the volunteers who worked on that project. Thank you all, once again!
04/02/2026
📢 Reminder! 📢
The next Welcome Wednesday is next week! Join us on top of the hill for a tour of our facilities, meet our community, and see in action! And this month we are highlighting the Arts Access Program.
📅 Wednesday, April 8
🕥 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Sign up 🔗 in the comments.
04/02/2026
Today is !
All around the world, people come together today to recognize the dignity and worth of individuals with autism, and advocate for policies that promote neuroinclusive environments in health, education, workplaces, sports, and other sectors.
Over the years, significant progress has been made, driven in large part by autistic advocates who have worked tirelessly to bring the lived experiences of autistic individuals to the forefront of global discussions.
04/01/2026
I stare at a yellow rose,
Its' petals so crisp,
So uniquely formed,
That's a blessing.
I look at the blue sky . . .
That's a blessing.
I stare at an orange and brown
Monarch with awe,
That's a blessing.
My friend crosses my mind,
That's a blessing . . .
My friend helps me respect myself,
That's a blessing . . .
My doctor always tries to teach me skills
To respect myself and listens,
Even if no one else does,
That's a blessing.
--Jenny Durr, “Blessings”
Every April we love to celebrate with the writers from Matheny Arts Access! Join us this year as we highlight the incredible talents of our writers and poets.
The Academy of American Poets
04/01/2026
All of us at Matheny wish a Happy to all those beginning their celebrations this evening.
The eight-day Jewish holiday of Passover is celebrated in the early spring.
Passover commemorates the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. It is observed by avoiding leaven and highlighted by the Seder meals that include four cups of wine, eating matzah and bitter herbs, and retelling the story of the Exodus.
Chag Pesach Sameach!
03/31/2026
Register early and save! 💸
Early bird pricing for Miles for Matheny is available now through 4/30. Just $28 per adult and $18 per child! Find the 🔗 in the comments.
Join us at Miles for Matheny on Saturday, March 30, as we continue to celebrate Matheny’s 80th Anniversary.
03/31/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the kick-off event of our 80th anniversary, “The Mathenys: Lives and Legacies of Caring.”
And a very special thank you to W. Barry Thomson for the wonderfully insightful presentation.
We will be sharing photos and video from the event soon!
03/30/2026
Today we would like to recognize the amazing doctors here at Matheny on !
Your clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to improving the quality of life of our clients make a meaningful difference every day. We are so grateful for all that you do!
03/30/2026
Today is a very special day!
Not only is today Chuck Matheny’s birthday, but it is also the official start of our 80th Anniversary celebration!
Join us tonight for our kick-off event, “The Mathenys: Lives and Legacies of Caring.” Discover the rich history of Matheny, told by someone who saw much of it firsthand.
This event is FREE, but you can register ahead to guarantee your spot. Space is limited! Find the 🔗 in the comments.
Are you looking for a rewarding career with excellent pay and benefits? Come to our Career Expo on April 16 from 3-7 pm!
Join our compassionate team of professionals working together to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities.
On the spot interviews will be available for most positions.
Registration for this event on our website, 🔗 below. Or send an email to Jobs@Matheny.org with any questions!
03/27/2026
Just one more day until the final performance of Plays By People! Will we see you there?
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Matheny’s mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities.
Overview
Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities . . . a special education school providing academics, combined with functional life skills, for students, ages 3-21 . . . and a comprehensive outpatient center meeting the health care needs of people with all types of disabilities in the community. Matheny also trains healthcare professionals, therapists and educators in how to work effectively with persons who have developmental disabilities.
Matheny’s main campus in Peapack, NJ, is home to 101 children and adults with developmental disabilities. Its five group homes, located in Somerset and Warren counties, provide a residence in the community for an additional 30 adults. Many of the children and adults currently at Matheny, in addition to their primary diagnoses, have a long list of associated clinical conditions such as vision and hearing deficits, seizure disorders, mental retardation and dysphagia, with resulting aspiration problems.
While the great majority of Matheny patients have cerebral palsy as their primary diagnoses, Matheny also has patients with spina bifida, Lesch-Nyhan Disease (LND) and a wide range of uncommon conditions including Rett syndrome, Angelman syndrome, Cornelia De Lange syndrome, Wolf-Hirshorn syndrome and 4Q Deletion syndrome. Lesch-Nyhan Disease is a rare x-linked recessive disorder associated with cognitive impairment, high levels of uric acid in the blood, kidney involvement and the hallmark symptom — severe and involuntary self-injurious behaviors. Matheny is recognized as the leading source of information on care issues regarding LND.