We Are
Crossroads4Hope

We are THE safe space where people turn first to restore one’s whole being and family.

Our network embraces all people touched by cancer — the diagnosed and their loved ones — to become empowered to take control of their health and care, through programs of support, resources, education, wellbeing, and hope.

All our programs and services are delivered at no charge to people with cancer, survivors, loved ones, caregivers, and bereaved.

Taking on Your Cancer Journey.
Together.

Crossroads4Hope Founders

Founders (left to right):

Eunice Jadlocki, Ann Tidey Brown, Lynn Arnold, and Nancy Dowd

Our Story

Our Founding – 2001

Eunice Jadlocki, Ann Tidey Brown, Lynn Arnold, and Nancy Dowd, through their personal and professional experiences with cancer, developed a vision that they wanted to ensure that all those affected by cancer – people with cancer and their loved ones — should have a safe place to turn for emotional and social support programs and services, at no charge. On March 9, 2001, thanks to a groundswell of support from the community, their vision became a reality and our organization was incorporated as Hopes Springs. Subsequently, based on guidance from a local community leader, our founders signed a licensing agreement with a national organization that enabled us to retain our independence and connection to community. In March 2002, our charter as The Wellness Community of Central New Jersey became effective.

The First Programs

In 2004, the organization moves into its first location, the Van Horne house, in Somerville. The first staff is hired, the Professional Advisory Board is formed, and the first mind body programs are delivered. In 2005, the first support group is held, and the organization moves to the Johnson House in Bedminster, NJ. The first Kids Connect / Parents Connect support groups are formed for families affected by cancer.

In 2008, the milestone of 1,000 members is reached, and a Center of Excellence Award is received from the national office. In 2009 The Wellness Community and Gilda’s Clubs merge, forming Cancer Support Community. In 2010, we hold our first Wings of Hope event to celebrate the cancer journey, and the Men’s Cancer Support Group is formed.

Celebrating 10 Years

Chief Executive Officer Amy J. Sutton joins the staff. The groundbreaking for the Dodie Loughlin Wellness Center takes place and dedicated in 2013. The organization celebrates 10 years of service to the community. Our leadership team and Board of Trustees develop the Vision for the Future: a multi-year roadmap for programmatic innovation leveraging our next-generation technology to expand our reach.

Crossroads4Hope Our Story

Introducing Crossroads4Hope

For nearly two decades, we have served all those affected by cancer by delivering essential emotional and social support and services when it was needed most. The excellence of our program has improved the lives of tens of thousands of individuals by reducing the burden of cancer, so that individuals could move the health crisis to become empowered with the behaviors that enable them to take control of their health, wellbeing and care.

Our Board of Trustees realized that to best meet the changing needs of the untold numbers of people who face their own cancer diagnosis, or the diagnosis of a loved one, we needed to end our license agreement with Cancer Support Community. As a result, on February 1, 2021 we became Crossroads4Hope.

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Today

We are working to transform the cancer experience for all those affected by the disease by leveraging our expertise in psychosocial support and patient activation with innovative technology, and strong community partnerships. Our roadmap for the future includes programmatic innovation and growth focusing on Multicultural Outreach, Support4Families, Nutrition, Unmet Needs, and Person and Family-Centered Care.

Meet Our Staff

Amy J. Sutton

Amy J. Sutton

Chief Executive Officer

Laura Atwell

Laura Atwell

Vice-President, Philanthropy

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Katherine Schaible, MSW, LSW

Katherine Schaible, MSW, LSW

Senior Director, Program & Impact

Ann Kent

Ann Kent

Director Of Corporate And Foundation Relations

Rachel Werner, MS, CCLS

Rachel Werner, MS, CCLS

Outreach & Program Manager

Caitlin Novelli, CCLS

Caitlin Novelli, CCLS

Youth and Family Program Coordinator

Kyle Jachim, MSW, LSW, OSW-C

Kyle Jachim, MSW, LSW, OSW-C

Program Coordinator

Siclali Flores

Siclali Flores

Outreach Coordinator

Jennifer Kershima-Biam, MPH

Jennifer Kershima-Biam, MPH

Outreach Coordinator

Christine Walker

Christine Walker

Program Support/Volunteer Coordinator

Jessica Olivera, MSW

Jessica Olivera, MSW

Social Worker/Trabajadora Social

Conor Johnston

Conor Johnston

Communications Coordinator

Kami Fotschky

Kami Fotschky

Annual Giving & Events Manager

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Board of Trustees

Crossroads4Hope Board of Trustees is comprised of professional and community leaders who dedicate their time to guiding the long term strategic vision of the organization.

Ralph Weaver
Board Chair
President
East West Connection

Kristina DiPalo
Immediate Past Board Chair
Principal Member
Elysian Communications LLC

Jennifer Bruner
Vice Chair
Manager, Global Sourcing
PVH

Christopher Fornal
Secretary
Director
BlackRock

Josephine Iglesias-Grana
Partner
PricewaterhouseCooper LLP

Pankaj Amin                                               Managing Director                                                         SC Ventures

Lynn Arnold
Founder
Crossroads4Hope

Evan Berkley
CEO
Mr. Christmas, Inc.

Lisa Zukauskas
Chief Procurement Officer
Organon

Brian E. Cain
Strategic Growth Management Advisor

Nancy Dowd
Founder
Crossroads4Hope

Sandra L. Kennedy
Community Representative

Rachel Lipschutz
Community Representative

Merrilee Logue
Sales Manager – Labor and Gaming
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

Debbie Lynch, PhD, SPHR
Executive Partner
Gartner

Jack Micali
Executive Director,                                              Global Oncology Lung Cancer
Merck

Al Russo
Partner
Schaible, Russo & Company

Govi Rao                                                                      CEO                                                                        Phase Change Solutions

William Sundheim                                        Account Manager (Ret.)                                        Merck

Thomas Schaible                                            Partner                                                              Schaible, Russo & Company

Anthoula Stefanou
Director
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Amy J. Sutton
Chief Executive Officer
Crossroads4Hope

Eric Raes
President & CEO                                          Engineering and Land Planning Associates

Kristen Pagano
VP, HR                                                                         
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Michael K. Mullen Esq.
Partner                                                                    Schenck Price Smith & King, LLP
 

Associate Board

Anthoula Stefanou – Board Liaison
Director
PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP

Meghan V. Hoppe, Esq. – Chair
Associate General Counsel
Capital Health System

Marissa Harris – Treasurer
Assurance Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP

Kristina Guercio – Secretary
Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator
Children’s Specialized Hospital, a facility of RWJBarnabas Health 

Ryan Guzik, DO
Emergency Medicine Physician
Envision Physician Services

Katy Loughlin
Associate Project Manager
decile.ten communication

Sara Oberst
Outside Sales Designer
Walpole Outdoors

Brent Roehrich
Financial Advisor
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

Contact Us

3 Crossroads Drive
Bedminster, NJ 07921

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