By: Richard L. Smith
Bayonne University Hospital, in partnership with the City of Bayonne’s Office of Aging, recently welcomed more than 100 local seniors to its first-ever Lunch and Learn event, an initiative aimed at connecting residents with healthcare professionals and valuable community resources.
According to information released by Bayonne University Hospital, the educational luncheon featured physicians from Hudson Regional Health specializing in rheumatology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and gastroenterology.
Attendees also received information about senior-focused programs and services offered through both Bayonne University Hospital and the Bayonne Office of Aging.
“We are proud to partner with the City of Bayonne to bring important healthcare education and resources directly to our local community,” said Dr. Vijay Singh, Chief Hospital Executive at Bayonne University Hospital. 
“This is the first of several upcoming lunches where we will help our residents connect with our expert physicians and access high-quality care right here in Bayonne.”
Hospital officials said the Lunch and Learn series will continue throughout the year, offering seniors educational presentations on a variety of health topics while providing opportunities to meet with primary care physicians, specialists, and representatives from local health and community organizations.
Officials added that the partnership between Bayonne University Hospital—the city’s only full-service hospital—and the City of Bayonne is designed to strengthen community ties, promote preventive healthcare, improve access to medical specialists, and help reconnect residents with local healthcare services.