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Eldercare

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It is not by muscle, speed, or physical dexterity that great things are achieved, but by reflection, force of character, and judgement; and in these qualities old age is usually not only not poorer, but is even richer.

—Cicero, 106-43 B.C.

Families and caregivers needing answers to broader eldercare questions and help with community resources can contact Elderlink – a portal to all Greater MetroWest services for older adults and their families. Elderlink can be reached at (973) 765-9050 or via email at elderlink@jfsmetrowest.org. Visit the elderlink website at www.elderlinkmetrowest.org.

Elderlink has received generous funding from Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ and Jewish Family Service and was established with initial funding from The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey.

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Aging in Place: a little help can go a long way

VERONA, N.J. (AP) – Retirement communities may have their perks, but Beryl O'Connor says it would be tough to match the birthday surprise she got in her own backyard when she turned 80 this year.

The 80-year-old Beryl is among a group of seniors who are embracing the concept of "aging in place" maximizing the prospects for growing old in one's own longtime home rather than move to a retirement community. more

Source: USA Today

Metro Transport provides transportation to the elderly and disabled

Metro Transport helps older adults in the community

Metro Transport provides transportation to elderly and disabled clients for both medical and social purposes regardless of their ability to pay. The project – a community-wide, collaborative effort between five Jewish community agencies – began in response to the realization that lack of access to appropriate, affordable transportation is one of the most serious issues facing seniors.

Caldwell LIVE Guide to Public Transportation

Caldwell LIVE Transportation Guide

New Jersey, and Caldwell in particular, enjoy the benefits of an excellent public transportation system. Caldwell LIVE has developed Your Guide to Public Transportation to help Caldwell’s senior citizens understand and utilize our transportation resources.

download the Caldwell LIVE Guide to Public Transportation

Verona LIVE Transportation Guide

Using public transportation is a safe and economical way to visit family and friends and to travel to stores, restaurants, doctors’ offices and many other destinations. Riding on the bus can be much easier than fighting traffic and searching for a parking space.

download the Verona LIVE Guide to Public Transportation

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MetroWest CARES Partner Agencies

Daughters of Israel (DOI)
Providing a continuum of health related and social services to the Jewish elderly and disabled regardless of their ability to pay

JCC MetroWest (JCC)
The premier Jewish social, recreational, cultural, and educational centers that serve the MetroWest Jewish community

Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ(JCF)
The source for planned giving and endowment opportunities in the MetroWest Jewish community

Jewish Community Housing Corporation (JCHC)
Active living for Jewish seniors

Jewish Family Service of MetroWest (JFS)
Providing comprehensive social and related services to Jewish people and others in the MetroWest area which contribute to harmonious family and personal lifestyles

Jewish Vocational Service of MetroWest (JVS)
A comprehensive vocational, educational and technical training agency, providing a range of services on a nonsectarian basis

Joint Chaplaincy Committee of Greater MetroWest
Visits by chaplains to Jewish individuals, offering them and their families pastoral and spiritual care and guidance

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Resources

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Family, friends, and neighbors act as caregivers for the elderly throughout our communities. Often they work alone and are the only support mechanism available for those most in need. Many do this in addition to multiple other responsibilities — job, family, home, children. Caregivers may provide care full-time, part-time, or long distance.

United Way Caregivers Coalition recently launched in North Essex to provide support to senior caregivers in the communities of Caldwell, Cedar Grove, Essex Fells, Fairfield, Glen Ridge, Livingston, Monclair, North Caldwell, Roseland, Verona, and West Caldwell.

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MetroWest CARES

MetroWest CARES (Committee Addressing Resources for Eldercare Services) is a collaborative effort of Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ and its agencies to create a continuum of care for the elderly; a comprehensive, consumer-oriented network of services, including physical and mental health care, spiritual health and well being, social and vocational services, advocacy, transportation, and housing. more