The Township of Maplewood is excited to be participating in the New Jersey Mayor's Wellness Campaign Initiative for the first time. The Township has a number of events and activities planned as part of the campaign - see below for details!

The Mayors Wellness Campaign (MWC) is a statewide community health initiative that provides evidence-based tools and strategies for mayors and community leaders to help their residents achieve healthier lifestyles and to improve overall health and wellness in their communities. 

The New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute has been leading the Mayors Wellness Campaign in partnership with the New Jersey State League of Municipalities since 2006. The campaign consists over 400 participating communities, including Maplewood. 

The NJHCQI has also selected Maplewood as a 2022 Healthy Town Up-and-Coming. In response to community needs, the township provided significant support around food insecurity. Programs included a seasonal farmers’ market, the community fridge, and a summer meals program. 

“We're extremely grateful to the Quality Institute for their recognition and support of our efforts to build greater community health and wellness through a holistic spectrum of diverse and equitable events or programs throughout the year. These intergenerational physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health programs, as well as healthy and equitable infrastructure, municipal services, land use and zoning, and economic development, all contribute to health and wellness and are part of my Mayor's Wellness Campaign,” said Mayor Dean Dafis.

Mayor's Wellness Campaign Maplewood Events

All Mayor's Wellness Campaign events are FREE and open to all. Please note that registration is required for some events. We'll be adding more events throughout the year, so be sure to check back!