Once you or a family member has been diagnosed with celiac disease,
where can you go for accurate, up-to-date information? Our support
groups can be a great resource for the news about
current research, product information and availability, travel ideas,
cooking suggestions and other lifestyle tips. Led by a Registered Dietitian,
meetings address the challenges of the gluten free lifestyle and provide
a venue for networking, sharing recipes and experiences.
Please call to register for all support group meetings at
1-888-724-7123. All meetings are held at the Saint Barnabas Ambulatory Care Center from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. on the dates listed below. If you are interested in childcare during meeting times, please call the Center at 973-322-7272.
2nd Tuesday of the month, next meeting 7/8
3rd Tuesday of the month, next meeting 7/15
Teens (11-18): 4th Tuesday of the month, next meeting 7/22
Gluten Free/Lactose Free, Gluten Free/Diabetic. Please call the Center at 973-322-7272 if interested in these or other special interest groups.
July 2008 – – Looking for something different? We’ll talk about new possibilities that are gluten free, tasty and nutritious.
August 2008 – – Let’s examine the nutritional value of the food we eat and discover which manufacturers are enriching their gluten free products.
September 2008 – – Sharpen your label reading skills with the latest information about food labeling regulation changes.
October 2008 –– When it comes to candy, we’re all kids at heart! Just in time to discover safe candies for Halloween, and pick up information for Passover and Easter too!
November 2008 – – The price of admission for this meeting is a dish of your favorite homemade gluten free food for all to sample! While we eat, Dr. Gary Goldberg, Clinical Psychologist, will lead a discussion about feelings of deprivation and coping strategies during the holidays.
December 2008– – Nothing but eating this night, various gluten free exhibitors will offer samples of their products for all to taste!
January 2009 – – Ever wonder if gluten free food is tax deductible? What are children with celiac disease really entitled to at school? Come hear the scoop and other practical tips.
February 2009 – – GF foods can be higher in calories and fat than their mainstream counterparts. Come to discuss suggestions for weight management and hear about various GF weight management products.
March 2009 – – Passover is a time of plenty for anyone following a gluten free diet. Let’s talk about why and how to stock up during this time.
April 2009 – – come hear about what’s new on the celiac research front.
May 2009 – - TBA
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