CMAP Chronicles
Stay up-to-date on the latest trends, tips, and topics with these short, informative, and fun-to-read articles written by CMAP staff & guest contributors.
For Iona Harding, the shift from finance to human resources was not simply a career move — it was a turning point that reshaped the way she understood people, leadership, and belonging.”This is what I was meant to do,” Harding said to herself when, in the late 1980s, she began working in...
Meet Lois Gerstein, A former medical social worker with an MSW from NYU, she also ran a children’s bookstore, combining her passion for books and early childhood education. After relocating to...
Caroline Purnell has been a GrandPal for the past two years. She is retired from teaching French, Spanish, and ESL for adults, and embodies a deep passion for travel and multiculturalism.
This...
Meet Dave Olson, a recently retired Special Education teacher with a passion for supporting students of all abilities. Originally from the Philadelphia area, he began his career as a school bus...
Deb Pillow, originally from Michigan and with a background in teaching and storytelling, found her perfect fit in GrandPals after moving to Princeton from Arizona just two-and-a-half years ago....
Bob Swierczek, a United States Navy veteran, resides in Princeton, where he selflessly dedicates his time to various volunteer roles. He serves as a crossing guard for the police department,...
Christine Piatek was a GrandPal at Littlebrook School before the pandemic and eagerly rejoined when the program returned in full swing. Before retiring, she worked as a public sector lawyer specializing...
Frances: A heart full of dance and joy in Princeton
We’ve had the pleasure of seeing Frances at the Suzanne Patterson Building’s Nutrition Program, and we’ve also loved watching her dance wonderfully...
Frank McBrearity is pursuing a degree in MGA (Master’s of Grandparent Administration) and spreading joy one fist bump at a time.
I believe I am making good progress toward my Masters in Grandparent...
Embracing Life and Connections: The Story of a Global Adventurer in Princeton
Meet Patrick Ryan, a spirited Princetonian whose adventurous spirit and love for life have taken him all over the...
