Meet Our Therapy Team

Dr. Van Orden received his Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science with Honors from Wake Forest University in North Carolina, his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) from Washington University in St. Louis, and his Master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He is a 2020 Fellow of the Leading Age Larry Minnix Leadership Academy.
Dr. Van Orden began his career at Fellowship as a practicing Physical Therapist in 2010 and assumed his current role as the Director of Rehabilitation and Wellness in 2016.

Carole is a certified personal trainer and a corrective exercise specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. She also received certification as a Senior Fitness Specialist. Graduating from Marywood University with a BA in Legal Studies, Carole decided to switch careers based on her passion for health and fitness and joined the Fellowship Rehab team in 2011.

Tracey is a credentialed Clinical Instructor by the APTA and provides a structured and effective learning environment for students from Rutgers University and Northeastern University.

She brings her years of experience to Fellowship Rehab and is an essential contributor to Fellowship’s sub-acute, outpatient programs and Urinary Incontinence programs.

Lisa is a certified clinical fieldwork educator for students in the Rutgers School of Health Professions, Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. In this role, Lisa instructs and guides students in fulfilling their clinical fieldwork as part of the program’s curriculum. She has been awarded the NJ Occupational Therapy Association Award of Merit for Excellence in Fieldwork Education.

Jay became familiar with Fellowship through his fieldwork experience while at Rutgers and joined the Fellowship team upon graduation in 2017. In his free time, Jay enjoys the beach, surfing, and spending time with family and friends.

Jessica has worked to develop the Driving Rehabilitation program and Power Mobility Program as well as working with sub-acute patients. Outside of work, Jessica enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband and children.

She earned her certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech and Hearing Association in 2006. She has over 10 years of clinical experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in subacute, long term care, assisted living and outpatient settings. When not working, Joanne enjoys riding and taking care of horses.

JJ is a Board Certified and State Licensed Massage Therapist.

He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and his Bachelor of Science in Health Science from Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, NY., his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The College of Staten Island, and his Associates in Applied Science from Union County College. He has been practicing Physical Therapy in the home care setting since 2014. He has over 15 years of experience in outpatient orthopedics and served as a clinic manager. He is married with 3 children. He is a drummer with The Central Jersey Police and Fire Pipes and Drums band. He enjoys spending time with his family and has a passion for hockey.

Mary has continued her education and received certifications in Healthcare Administration; Aquatic Therapeutic Exercise; LSVT BIG; and Clinical Competency in Aquatic Physical Therapy. Mary is also a Geriatric Clinical Specialist, with advanced clinical knowledge in geriatrics, certified by the APTA. Mary enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors, especially at the beach.

Rachel is an Occupational Therapist with the Therapy at Home program.  She is a Certified Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine and a swim coach for a local swim team. Rachel enjoys fitness, hockey and spending time on the lake with family and friends.

Kelly is a Certified and Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant with the Therapy at Home program.  She brings to Fellowship 2 years of nursing home experience and is a Member of New Jersey Occupational Therapy Association.  Kelly enjoys spending time with her family and friends while attending concerts and going to the beach.

She also holds a BS in Speech language pathology from Bloomsburg University, with concentrations in Exceptionalities (Special Education) and Spanish. She earned her ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in 2009, and maintains annual membership. Kimberly has nearly 7 years of practice in within sub-acute rehabilitation, assisted living, and long term care settings. She also has professional experience working with adults with severe physical and intellectual disabilities and outpatient adult and pediatric clients. Kimberly is a certified VitalStim provider and has attended continuing education courses on the use of technology for cognitive interventions. In her free time, Kimberly enjoys cooking and spending time with her family, especially her young daughter.

Patty is a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.  She holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management, graduating with Highest Honors and a member of Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society.    Outside of Fellowship, Patty enjoys spending time with her family and dogs at the beach or volunteering.  Her commitment to community service was recognized in 2020, when she received a Proclamation from the State of New Jersey.

Angela graduated from Raritan Valley Community College with Associates in Science, where she was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, Psi Beta and Sigma Kappa Delta Honor Society.  Angela continued at Rutgers School of Health Professions to obtain Associates in Occupational Therapy.  She is perusing a Bachelor’s in Health Science at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), with the desire to continue her studies toward a Master’s in Business Administration. Angela is a Licensed and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, as well as, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer.

Wayne is a member of Pi Theta Epsilon Honor Society.  He has continued to progress his skills as an Occupational Therapist by becoming PAM (physical agent modalities) certified.  Wayne is primarily with House of the Good Shepherd, and provides assistance to Fellowship on Campus and Therapy at Home program.

Amber brings versatility to Fellowship by contributing to services on Campus, at House of the Good Shepherd, and the Therapy at Home program.  She is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and has advanced training as a Cancer Exercise Specialist by the Cancer Exercise Training Institute.

Megan is an Occupational Therapy Assistant student at Rutgers School of Health Professions.  She previously graduated from County College of Morris with Associates in Exercise Science.  Megan is a Member of National Honor Society of Leadership and Success.

Patty opened her private practice in 2013, joined Fellowship Senior Living in 2015 and recently became the massage therapist for Fellowship Garden State Hospice. In addition to her extensive work experience, Patty volunteers her services at The Center for Hope Hospice in Scotch Plains. Patty’s experience and practice focuses on providing massage therapy, craniosacral therapy, acupressure and reflexology to seniors. Patty also provides support and massage services for the critically ill, hospice patients and their caregivers.

Mary brings a background in cardiac rehabilitation and developing exercise programs for the Integrative Medicine Program at Morristown Memorial Hospital.

Mary joined Fellowship in 2019.  In her free time she enjoys trail running with friends and spending time with family.

Lisa served on the U.S. Masters Swimming National Sports medicine and Science and Fitness Committees and coached the Long Island Masters Swim team for 5 years.  She is a founding member of Girls On The Run Nassau County (NY) and served on their Board of Directors.

Lisa has run 10 marathons, countless half marathons and competed in numerous Olympic distance triathlons across the country.  She has been featured in both Swimmer and MORE Magazines.  Lisa lived in Southwest Florida from 2016 to 2020 and is a happy new resident of New Jersey!