Andrew Solomon will visit Monmouth University for a reading from his bestselling book, Far From the Tree: Parents, Children & the Search for Identity, on February 24, 2014. The event, underwritten by BNY Mellon and Monmouth University, is open to the public and will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at Monmouth University’s Wilson Hall Auditorium in West Long Branch, NJ. The author will be available for book signing and discussion immediately following the reading.
Andrew Solomon is a writer of remarkable talent and intellect. His latest work, Far From the Tree: Parents, Children & the Search for Identity, received the 2012 National Book Critics Circle Award for nonfiction. With narrative grace and unparalleled empathy, it explores the lives of families that accommodate children with physical, mental, and social disabilities and how these challenges can broaden one’s capacity for love.
Susan Sandlass, the founder of Shore House, believes Solomon’s reading will shed light on the challenges and stigma of raising a child with differences. “Far From the Tree is an incredible book,” said Sandlass. “Shore House is thrilled to welcome Andrew Solomon to our community so that he can share his stories and wisdom in navigating the often perplexing avenues of support to families coping with children with differences.”
Shore House, a resource located in Long Branch, NJ for people living with mental illness, invited Andrew Solomon to the community. At Shore House, members derive invaluable self-worth through mutual support and productivity with the guidance of paid staff members. Through Shore House, people living with mental illness can and do regain their self-esteem, restart their lives, recover, and develop new skills. They integrate into their communities through employment, education, and service, which allow them to realize their potential.
Monmouth University’s Department of Counseling and Psychological Services offers holistic comprehensive mental health services for those with mental concerns. “It is great to collaborate with Monmouth University on this event,” said Sandlass. “Their mental services are encouraging, and we can only hope more universities will adopt their practices for students in need of support.”
About BNY Mellon
BNY Mellon provides wealth management expertise to clients worldwide, serving individuals and families as well as family offices and institutions. It is an organization that combines the resources of a global financial leader with the care and commitment of a small firm.
About Shore House
Shore House, modeled after Fountain House in New York, NY, is in the process of being accredited by Clubhouse International, which oversees the quality of the programs assisting those living with mental illnesses in leading fulfilling, productive lives in their communities. For more information, visit shorehousenj.org.