Pediatric Preoperative Tours
Thursdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 from
7 to 9 p.m.
Tours are available for pediatric patients preparing to have a surgical procedure in the Cranmer Ambulatory Surgery Center at Monmouth. Tours are designed to reduce anxiety giving children a hands-on experience with medical equipment and visitation to areas they will encounter on the day of their surgery. Meet in the Pediatric Playroom of the Cranmer Ambulatory Surgery Center, located at 300 Second Avenue in Long Branch. Registration is required by Tuesday for Thursday tours by calling 732-923-6525. Free.
Make Room for Baby
Saturday, October 5, from 10 to 11 a.m.
This is a special program for families and siblings (age two and older) who are expecting a baby brother or sister. Staff will acquaint them with the hospital setting and help to prepare them for the baby. This is held at Monmouth Medical Center, located at 300 Second Avenue in Long Branch. To register, call 732-923-6990. $50 per family.
Free Child Car Seat Inspections Wednesday, October 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Inspections are conducted by certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians through a cooperative effort of the New Jersey State Police, Unterberg Children's Hospital and Safe Kids, Monmouth County Chapter. Inspections are performed on the ground floor of Monmouth Medical Center's parking garage. Appointments are required and can be made by calling To register, call 888-724-7123.