Swim Inc. Ridgewood YMCA Water=Freedom

Posted on June 16, 2016 by jwatrel

Swim Inc. Water=Freedom

Swim Inc. provides a safe and supportive environment for adults with mobility impairments to participate in water exercise programs.

Exercise Body, Mind & Spirit in a Supportive Setting

Classes are offered generously, freely and graciously with dignity and respect for each participant

Join a Class

Visit our website http://www.swim-inc.org or call (908) 685-0040 to find out about pool locations and our application process. Medical clearance is required to participate.

Classes are FREE

Open to adults who suffer from MS, ALS, Arthritis, Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke, Post Polio syndrome and other mobility impairments. No individual membership at a host site is required to participate in a SWIM class.

Present an approved application and medical clearance form to register at a site. Classes are led by a site Aquatics Instructor or a volunteer Chapter Coordinator.

Most offer a social hour after class.

Volunteer Your Time & Talent

SWIM has endured for 35 years thanks to the service of many volunteers. Volunteer service opportunities for:

*Board of Directors
*Chapter Coordinators
*Social Hour Host/Hostess
*Aquatic Instructors

http://www.swim-inc.org
(908) 685-0040

Become a SWIM Friend

As a non-profit 501c3 tax-exempt organization, SWIM relies on tax deductible financial contributions including but not limited to cash, bequests and securities from:

*Corporations
*Foundations
*Individual Donors

Become a SWIM Site

If you are affiliated with a pool (community center, YMCA, etc.) and are interested in offering your site as a SWIM affiliate, contact the SWIM office and speak to our staff.

Find out more

Visit our website-www.swim-inc.org and Call us at (908) 685-0040.

Swim Inc.
120 Finderne Avenue
Bridgewater, NJ 08807

This information is taken from the Swim Inc. Pamphlet.

Discloser: I have been involved in Swim Inc. for five years now and recommend it highly for anyone who has a disability. It was so helpful to my father and now I am a volunteer in the Ridgewood, NJ site.

Good Luck!

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Alternatives to Domestic Violence

Posted on May 15, 2016 by jwatrel

Alternatives to Domestic Violence
Bergen County Department of Human Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601-7076
24 hour hotline (201) 336-7575 All Information is kept confidential
TTY: (201) 336-7525
9-9 M-TH* 9-4:30pm F
http://www.co.bergen.nj.us
Email: adv@co.Bergen.nj.us

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence is a systematic pattern of abusive behavior used by one person in a relationship to gain and/or maintain power and control over another. This includes dating, partner, spouse, eldercare and abuse between present or former household members.

Types of Abuse:

Abuse is any behavior used to control or intimidate another person and can be verbal, emotional, physical or sexual in nature.

Emotional/Psychological Abuse:

Name-calling, put-downs, threats, stalking, intimidation, degradation, tracking time, isolating victim from family or friends, forbidding victim to work or participate in outside activities, sleep deprivation, interrogation, accusing, using money to control, threatening to ‘out’ a gay or lesbian partner, harming pets, destroying property, throwing objects near victim.

Physical Abuse:

Pushing, shoving, slapping, kicking, punching, biting, restraint, hair pulling, strangulation, pinching, burning, grabbing, shaking, scratching, spitting, using weapons, throwing objects at victim.

Sexual Abuse:

Any non-consensual sexual act or behavior including forced sex, unwanted touching, sexual degradation and violence targeting at the genital area.

ADV Program Description

Alternative to Domestic Violence is a multifaceted domestic violence intervention program for Bergen County residents. We offer a comprehensive approach to intervention for individuals and families living with domestic violence. Most of our services are free of charge. Those of require a fee are affordable and are based on a sliding scale. No one is ever turned away due to lack of funds.

ADV Services

Clinical Services
*24 hour Hotline (201) 336-7575
*Crisis intervention/Case Management
*Counseling Services: Group and Individual

Legal Advocacy Services
*Court Appearance Preparation
*Court Accompaniment
*Domestic Violence Legal Advocacy Project (DVLAP)
*Legal Consultation
*Domestic Violence Crisis Response Teams

Community Outreach
*Prevention Through Education
*Professional Training and Education

Need Help? Start Here 211

This information is taken from the County of Bergen, NJ pamphlet on the Alternative to Domestic Violence (ADV). This is the current pamphlet.

Disclaimer: I have not used this service so I have no opinion, yes or no, to how good it is for personal reasons. Please call the above numbers for more information.

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Bergen County Community Transportation

Posted on May 15, 2016 by jwatrel

Bergen County Community Transportation:

Transportation for persons with Disabilities, Senior Citizens and Veterans of Bergen County

Bergen County
Department of Human Services
Division of Community Transportation
178 Essex Street
Lodi, NJ 07644
Phone: (201) 368-5955
Fax: (201) 845-4683
Available in Alternate Formats

Community Transportation: Know Priorities, Phone Early

Every effort is made to accommodate everyone who needs the transportation service, however, the highest priority is given to medical appointments, adult day care, employment and grocery shopping.

It is important to make reservations as early as possible as appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To insure service availability, please make your appointments between 10:30am-2:00pm and make reservations with us at least 7-10 days in advance. Service requests outside of these hours however, be sure to ask if the dispatcher can take your trip request on a stand-by basis.

Requests for routine transportation, such as dialysis, physical therapy or any other trip required on a weekly basis, should be faxed to us at 201-845-4683 by the facility providing the service. Shopping is provided to certain areas on a weekly or monthly schedule-please ask your dispatcher for more information on the options available to your area.

Our office is closed and no service will be available on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday, Lincoln’s Birthday, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving and the Friday after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. For specific dates, please call 201-368-5955 and press 5.

NJ Transit Buses:

NJ Transit offers lift-equipped buses on both local transit and commuter routes, although not all local bus trips are accessible. Check your NJ Transit timetable for bus trips marked with a ‘W’ to determine which trips are available for people who require the use of lifts.

Bergen County Community Transportation Mission Statement

Bergen County Community Transportation is a division of the Department of Human Services.

The Division of Community Transportation is here to provide a trouble-free, shared transportation system for persons with disabilities, senior citizens, veterans and welfare to work residents of Bergen County.

Service is provided in a professional, timely, courteous and caring manner in all types of weather. Service is door-to-door and is provided by drivers who are specially trained to assist citizens and persons with disabilities.

The vital service is life sustaining for clients with serious medical and health needs; a lifeline to homebound clients who are delivered nutritional meals daily; and a link to social services for clients who would otherwise be isolated and alone.

We currently provide transportation for:

*Routine medical visits (non-emergency cares, dialysis, etc.)
*Senior activity centers
*Shopping
*Competitive and Non-competitive employment
*Education
*Recreation
*Post-Stoke programs
*Meals on Wheels

The goals of Community transportation are to increase the number of clients served, to expand service to include night hours for recreational, educational and medical purposed and to remain a national model for special transportation services.

Transportation Options

In addition to our services, a number of municipalities offer various types of transportation exclusively for their residents. Service levels vary from in town only to door to door to set routes as well as varying in the days, times and types of trips offered. Although we have tried to gather specific information on their services, services change often and must be confirmed with the municipalities directly. Remember, even if you don’t see your town listed here; call your municipal building directly to find out what transportation options they may have for persons with disabilities and senior residents.

Contact:

Bergen County Community Transportation 201-368-5955
Bergenfield Town Vehicle 201-387-4055 ext4088
Bogota Town Vehicle 201-342-1211
Carlstadt Town Vehicle 201-939-2850
Cresskill Town Vehicle 201-569-5400
Dumont Town Vehicle 201-387-5040
East Rutherford Town Vehicle 201-933-3448
Medicals
Edgewater Town Vehicle 201-943-1700
Fair Lawn Town Vehicle-Set Route 201-794-5332
Fairview 201-943-5522
Ridgewood 201-670-5500
Fort Lee Parking Authority 201-592-3649
Set route and medical trips
Garfield Town Vehicle 973-478-7059
Glen Rock 201-670-3956
Hasbrouck Heights Reach Program 201-441-3350
Hillsdale 201-666-4800
Haworth 201-385-3577
Lyndhurst Town Vehicle 201-804-8457
Set route, medical transportation
Lodi 973-365-4005ext240
Mahwah Town Vehicle 201-529-2691
Montvale 201-391-5700ext225
New Milford Town Vehicle 201-967-7874
North Arlington Town Vehicle 201-955-6117
Old Tappan 201-664-1849
Oakland Town Vehicle 201-405-7731
Palisades Park Town Vehicle 201-585-4114
Park Ridge 201-573-1800
Paramus Town Bus 201-265-2100ext660
Ramsey Town Vehicle 201-825-3400
Ridgefield Town Vehicle 201-943-5215
River Edge Town Vehicle 201-599-6284
River Vale 201-664-2341
Rutherford Town Vehicle 201-460-3001
Starfish of River Edge & Oradell 201-265-7777
Starfish of Rutherford 201-438-3406
Saddle Brook Town Vehicle 201-845-4594
Teaneck Town Vehicle 201-837-0171
Westwood Senior Van 201-664-7100ext170
Woodcliff Lake 201-391-4977ext200
Wood-Ridge Town Vehicle 201-939-0202

Access Link-NJ Transit

Access Link is available to disabled clients who live within 3/4 of a mile of a bus route but are unable to use public transportation. This service is available the same hours as the public bus system. Call 1-800-955-2321 and ask for an assessment. 24 hours access 973-275-5555. Hearing impaired 1-800-772-2287.

NJ Transit’s Reduced Fares

Senior citizens and disabled residents can ride on most of the state’s buses for a reduced fare, which is 1/2 of the regular fare, rounded down to the nearest five cents. To ride at the reduced fare you must have an identification card, a reduced fare ticket and the appropriate reduced fare. A Medicare card can be used as identification or you can obtain a special Reduced Fare Identification Card.

Application for senior citizens and reduced fare tickets can be obtained at most banks in New Jersey. Persons with disabilities who do not have a Medicare card must call the Reduced Fare Program office for an application, which must be filled out by a doctor. For more information, call the Reduced Fare Program Office at (201) 761-8327 from 8:45am-4:15pm Monday through Friday.

Share the Cost if you Can

We are please to be able to offer this service free of charge to eligible Bergen County residents however, this service is expensive to provide. While the average cost to provide a round trip is about $16.00, we ask only a suggested donation of $1.00 to help defray the cost. These donations are set aside for the purchase of new busses.

Roadside Assistance for Wheelchair-Equipped Vehicles

We at Community Transportation understand the special challenges facing the physically impaired, yet active members of our community when their wheel-chair modified vehicles become immobilized due to accident or mechanical failure.

When a wheelchair-modified automobile becomes immobilized or is involved in an accident, the driver will call local police via 911 for assistance. If the officer determines that the vehicle is disabled beyond immediate repair on site, he or she will then call for a towing service and will contact the County Police for further assistance. The County Police will then call Community Transportation to dispatch a driver to transport the damaged vehicle’s driver to either their intended destination or to their home at which point service will end.

This is offered as a free service on an emergency basis only to any person traveling in or through Bergen County in a wheelchair-modified vehicle, although transportation will only be available within County limits.

Cancellation/No Show Policy

When an appointment is scheduled, the date and time of the request is secured. As appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis, if transportation is canceled, either by calling or in person at the time of pick-up, it would prohibit another client from securing that date and time.

If you cancel three (3) scheduled transportations in one (1) month, transportation will be suspended for one (1) month.

If you cancel three (3) scheduled transportation in one (1) month, your transportation will be suspended for six (6) months.

During the duration of suspension, no transportation will be provided, including previously confirmed transportation for the affected suspension period.

Shuttle Service

Community Transportation established two shuttle service routes to help reduce the number of cares on the already congested highways. Both shuttles run Monday through Friday, except on Federal Holidays.

Bergen Community College Shuttle:

This shuttle service operates from the Bergen Community College campus in Paramus to the Bergen Community College campus in Lyndhurst. It provides transportation to students, faculty and employees. There is allowance for a route deviation within two blocks of the scheduled route by calling (201) 368-5955 the day before the requested deviation.

Tri-Boro Shuttle:

This shuttle service operates from the Ridgewood Train Station to the towns of Montvale, Park Ridge and Woodcliff Lake in the morning going to work and in the afternoon going back to the Ridgewood Train Station. There is allowance for a route deviation within two blocks of the scheduled route by calling (201) 368-5955 the day before the requested deviation.

This information comes directly from the pamphlet from the Division of Community Transportation of the County of Bergen, NJ and was last updated on 1/13/16.

Disclaimer: I have not used any of the services that the county or towns provide so I have no opinion, yes or no, to how good they are for travelling. For questions, please call the above numbers for information.

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Heightened Independence & Progress: Supporting Independent Living for People with Disabilities

Posted on May 5, 2016 by jwatrel

Heightened Independence & Progress: supporting Independent Living for People with Disabilities

What is hip?

hip is a non-profit agency run by and for people with disabilities. Its purpose is to promote full inclusion and full accessibility for all people and to enhance the ability of every individual to live and work with maximum independence.

hip was founded in 1980 as one of the first Centers for Independent Living in New Jersey. Two CIL’s comprise our umbrella organization, with locations in Bergen and Hudson Counties. We offer a variety of programs and services to people with disabilities through public and private funding. hip’s work extends beyond our two counties and several programs have multi-county, state-wide and national impact.

hip is governed by a Board of Trustees and staffed as well by people who themselves have disabilities. They understand the needs of their peers and are constantly working within their communities on new approaches to enhance the independence of both individuals and families within our spheres of service.

What does hip offer?

*information, referral and independent living skills training
*resource on the Americans with Disabilities Act and other legislation
*assistance with applications for transportation, housing, food stamps, home energy and other financial entitlement programs.
*funding for disability-related equipment and home modifications
*care management, linking individuals and families to essential services
*assistive technology demonstrations and ‘hands-on’ instruction
*peer support groups
*leisure time activities
*Hispanic Outreach Program
*programs to develop confidence and self-advocacy skills for high school students to prepare for adult life and employment
*Multimedia Transcription Service (MTS), which transcribes braille textbooks for students nationwide and other essential documents for the public and private sectors

What is Independent Living?

Independent Living is based on the philosophy that all people have the right to determine how they best live, work and play in their community. Centers for Independent Living are consumer-controlled, non-residential organizations that work to make changes in their communities to benefit people with disabilities locally and in the larger society.

Support for Heightened Independence & Progress

hip’s services are available to people with disabilities, their families and friends in Bergen & Hudson and beyond. A consumer does not have to be a member of hip to receive our services. Nevertheless, hip has actively pursued a membership enrollment effort since its incorporation to provide our participants with a sense of proprietorship and to enable those who benefit from our programs and services to join the effort to extend these services to others. hip also welcomes as members the families and friends of people with disabilities, professionals and volunteers in the field of disability and members of the community at large.

hip receives funding from a variety of federal, state and local government agencies and is also financed by contributions from corporations, foundations, member dues and donations and by the gifts of supporters and friends.

How can I participate?

Contact us to learn more about how hip’s services can help you, your family or the community. You may wish to become involved in our varied activities. You can enhance your own independent living or promote the concept of full inclusion by becoming an active hip participant.

Heightened Independence & Progress

Bergen County Central Office
131 Main Street, Suite 120
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 996-9100
Fax: (201) 996-9422
Email: ber@hipcil.org
http://www.hipcil.org

Hudson County Branch Office
35 Journal Square, Suite 703
Jersey City, NJ 07306
Phone: (201) 533-4407
Fax: (201) 533-4421
Email: hud@hipcil.org

President/CEO: Eileen Goff
Hudson hip Director: Marilyn Gonzalez-Vazquez

This information is taken directly from the hip pamphlet.

Disclaimer: I have never used this service before and I do not have an opinion on it either yes or no to how good it is and please call the above number to get further information.

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Support Services & Groups for Caregivers

Posted on May 5, 2016 by jwatrel

Support Services & Groups for Caregivers

County of Bergen
Department of Human Services
Division of Senior Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601-7076
Telephone: (201) 336-7400
Fax (201) 336-7424

Caregivers’ Services
Division of Senior Services
Advisory Council Education Committee
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Programs include the ‘Caregiver Chronicles’ (newsletter), “The Challenge of Caregiving” (a panel of formal and informal caregivers) and “Caregivers Corner” (a compassionate ear).

Family Caregivers Online
Education modules for role of family caregiver, behavior & emotion, caring for caregiver and sandwich generation/working caregiver.
Website: http://www.familycaregiversonline.com

National Organization for Empowering Caregivers (NOFEC)
Empowering caregivers with resources, private counseling and healing circle.
Website: http://www.care-givers.com
Phone: (212) 807-1204

Family Caregiver Alliance
National center on caregiving providing education information with fact sheets for caregiving & depression, dementia behavior and caregiving planning etc.
Phone: 800-436-4380
Website: http://www.caregiver.org

Alzheimer Disease Education Center
Comprehensive Alzheimer disease information and resources including caregiver’s skills for behavioral problems and all other information.
Phone: 800-436-4380
Website: http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers

Dynamic Living
Special information and products for various impairments with living aids for promoting convenient, comfortable and safe home environments for aged. Also mobility & transferring.
Phone: 888-940-0605
Website: http://www.dynamic-living.com

CAPS (Children of Aging Parents)
P.O. Box 167
Richboro, PA 18954
Information and Referrals Support Groups, Educational Outreach Speakers Bureau
Phone: (800) 227-7294
Website: http://www.caps4caregivers.org

Holy Name Hospital, Caregiver Support Group
Holy Name Hospital Day Away Center
725 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone: (201) 833-3757

Adult Children of Aging Parents Program
Holy Name Hospital, Community Health Services Department
Phone: (201) 833-1850

Caregivers to the Elderly Self-Help Group
Senior Services of Teaneck
250 Colonial Court
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Offering educational physical fitness and social recreational program for active adults ages 55 and over.
Phone: (201) 837-0171

COPSA-Institute for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders
(Alzheimer’s Resource Center Hotline)
100 Metroplex Drive, Suite 200
Edison, NJ 08817
Supports groups for spouses, general caregiver support groups and other specific support groups.
Phone: (800) 424-2494

Care One at the Cupola Support Group
West 100 Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
1st Wednesday of the Month at 5:30pm
Phone: (201) 444-8200

Sunrise Assisted Living of Paramus, Caregiver Support Group
567 Paramus Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
1st Wednesday of the Month at 7:00pm
(201) 493-9889

Sunrise Assisted Living of Basking Ridge
404 King George Road
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
3rd Wednesday of Month at 7:00pm
(908) 542-9000

Sunrise Assisted Living of Wayne
184 Berdan Avenue
Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone: (973) 628-4900

Bergen County Adult Day Care Center, Caregiver Support Group
327 East Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652
For people taking care of a loved one with dementia, Alzheimer’s etc. Group meets on the 3rd Thursday of the Month.
(201) 634-2820

Vantage Health System, Inc.
2 Park Avenue
Dumont, NJ 07629
Spouse Caregivers Support Group: Meets twice-monthly. Spouse caregivers dine and discuss caregivers issues & spouse care recipients are supervised with therapeutic activities & dinner.

American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
Saint Clare’s Health Services
375 East McFarlan Street
Dover, NJ 07801
A guide to community and on-line support groups in NJ
Phone: (800) 367-6274
Phone: (973) 989-1122
Website: http://www.njgroups.org

The Caregiver Initiative
A website containing information and support for caregivers
Website: http://www.strengthforcaring.com

Caregivers Handling Crisis: Adult Protective Service
Subjected to abuse, neglect or exploitation or unable to care themselves
Phone: (201) 368-4300

Psychiatric Emergency Screening Program (PESP)
Care Plus NJ Inc.
610 Valley Health Plaza
Paramus, NJ 07652
A Division of Care Plus NJ Inc. is the designated screening center for Bergen County. Services are available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

American Red Cross-Bergen Hudson Chapter
74 Godwin Avenue
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Phone: (201) 652-3210

Parkinson’s Support Group-Greater Ridgewood Area
Cedar Hill Christian Reformed Church
422 Cedar Hill Avenue
Wyckoff, NJ
Support group meetings 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month from 7:00pm-8:30pm
Phone: (973) 420-5716

Disclaimer: All of this information comes right off the County’s promotional page and since I have not used any of these services, I can not give an opinion of them either yes or no. Please call the above phone numbers to get more information on each group.

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The Best 15 Ways for Seniors to Save $$$

Posted on May 1, 2016 by jwatrel

The Best 15 Ways for Seniors to Save $$$

Bergen ADRC (1-877-222-3737)

The Best 15 Ways For Seniors To Save $$$

1. Senior Discount/Reduced Fare for NJ Transit Bus & Rail

Seniors age 62 years or people who have been determined disabled are eligible to pay no more than one-half the regular one way fare on all intrastate bus and rail routes and most interstate bus and rail routes into adjacent states. Call the Division of Senior Services (If you have a Medicare card you should not apply and should use your Medicare card to receive reduced fares).

Phone: (201) 336-7400 & (973) 378-6401

2. Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Must be 65 years of age, blind or have a disability and have limited assets. There are income eligibility requirements.

Phone: (1-800) 772-1213

3. Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Bergen County Community Action Program (BCCAP)
241 Moore Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Helps low income people meet heating and cooling costs (i.e. heating and cooling assistance). Assists eligible households with high energy bills. Other assistance includes: weatherization, insulation, storm windows/doors. caulking. etc.

Phone: (201) 968-0200 ext. 7008 or (201) 488-5100

4. New Jersey Care/Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)

Residents of NJ who are 65 years of age or older, blind or permanently and totally disabled as defined by Social Security Administration. May be eligible for this Special Medicare Program. You must meet income and resource guidelines. The program provides complete Medicaid coverage to eligible people, including payment of Medicare Part B premium.
*NOTE: Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program (QMB)-To qualify for QMB Program, you must be receiving Medicare Parts A and B. QMB pays Medicare Part A premium, if you are required to pay for it. Call above number to inquire about coverage, i.e. covered services etc. (*Use the term “New Jersey Care” when inquiring about QMB coverage).

Phone: (1-800)-792-9745

MEDICAID (Regional Office)
65 Hamilton Street, 5th Floor, Paterson, NJ 07505

Phone: (973) 977-4077

Bergen County Board of Social Services
216 Route 17 North, Building A, Rochelle Park, NJ 07662

Provides information on special Medicaid programs i.e. NJ Care, Medically Needy etc. and institutional Medicaid for nursing homes.

Communications Lifeline Service/Link-Up America
c/o Bergen County Board of Social Services
210 Route 17 North Building A Rochelle Park, NJ 07662
Affordable telephone service for qualified low-income residential customers or discount on telephone connection charges. (Only eligible if you receive benefits from TANF, PAAD, Lifeline Utility Credit, Food Stamps, SSI/Medicaid, HEAP or general assistance).

Phone: (201) 368-4200 or 1-800-427-9977 (Verizon)

Catholic Community Services
Parish Access Center
425 Paramus Road Paramus, NJ 07652
Information and Assistance on food referrals, (i.e. food pantries, etc.)

Phone: (201) 689-6200 or (201) 689-6209

Center for Food Action
192 Demarest Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07652
(There are other offices throughout the county)

Operates the Statewide Emergency Food and Anti Hunger Network (SEFAN) which works as a clearinghouse for information, training and technical assistance to other emergency food providers. Clients must be referred by a social service agency or a clergy person (Note: Emergency utility assistance and housing assistance are also available to prevent homelessness. Emergency utility assistance for those who have received shut-off notices may be available).

Phone: (201) 569-1804

Food Stamp Program
Bergen County Board of Social Services
216 Route 17 North, Building A Rochelle Park, NJ 07662

Phone: (201) 368-4355

Salvation Army
436 Union Street Hackensack, NJ 07601

Food Pantry; serves lunch during the week and on Sundays for those in need.

(201) 342-6531

CHORE Program
Volunteer Center of Bergen County
64 Passaic Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601

SAVE $$$ on minor home repairs. Make minor household repairs without charge (except for materials) Volunteer run program. *No Emergencies

Phone: (201) 489-7790

PSE&G
HELP SAVE $$$ ON HEATING BILLS. E-Team Partners: A free service sponsored to help you save energy and energy dollars. Call to find out eligibility requirements to qualify for this service. (May also be eligible for energy saving measures such as wall insulation, draft seal-up, digital thermostat, water saving devices, etc.)

Phone: (1-888) 773-8326

New Jersey Board of Public Utilities
2 Gateway Center, Newark, NJ 07102

Winter Termination Program: Prevents qualified customers who participate in the Lineline, Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), SSI, PAAD, TANF or welfare programs from having their gas or electric disconnected during the winter months. (*A good faith payment must be made to participate in this program). Call the above number to inquire about eligibility requirements for this program.

Phone: (1-800) 624-0241

Shared Housing:
Women’s Rights Information Center
108 West Palisade Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631

Shared housing is a transitional housing arrangement for some; for others, it in be a permanent arrangement.

Phone: (201) 568-3942

Disclaimer: This information has been taken directly from the County of . Bergen information sheet and may have changed. I have not used any of these services so I have no opinion yes or no to how good they are individually. Please call the above numbers for more information.

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Bergen ADRC: Aging and Disability Resource Connection

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Bergen ADRC: Aging & Disability Resource Connection

Access to health and human services for adults with disabilities and senior citizens

County of Bergen
Department of Human Services
Division of Senior Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: 1-877-222-3737
201-336-7400
TTY: 1-800-852-7897
Fax: 201-336-7424
Email: seniors@co.Bergen.nj.us
http://www.co.bergen.nj.us

Bergen ADRC Information & Assistance

Information & Assistance Specialists provide up-to-date and accurate information but not limited to:

*Adult Day Care
*Adult Protective Services
*Assistive Devices
*Benefits Eligibility
*Bilingual Assistance
*Consumer Protection
*Health Issues
*Home Care Programs
*Home Modification/Maintenance
*Housing
*Institutional Care
*Legal Services
*Leisure/Educational/Volunteer
*Medicare Saving Programs
*Mental Health Counseling
*Ombudsman/Quality of Care
*Pharmaceutical Assistance
*Respite Care
*Reverse Mortgage
*SAVVERS Discount Program
*Senior Activity Centers
*Social Security/SSI/Medicaid
*Tax Relief
*Transportation
*Utilities Assistance

Bergen NJ ADRC Care Management

The Division can refer homebound individuals and provide options to caregivers regarding care management. ADRC care managers can help care recipients and their families understand the complex, long term care community based system and obtain the needed services. The goal for ADRC is to help people Age-in-Place as an alternative to institutionalized care.

For information call: Bergen ADRC at (201) 336-7400

Meals on Wheels Program

Homebound adults may participate in the Meals on Wheels Program. This program provides a midday meal that is delivered directly to the clients home. It assists eligible adults who are unable to shop and prepare their own meals to remain in the community with independence and dignity.

For information on eligibility and options available call (201) 336-7420

Lunch Nutrition Program

Adults age 60+ may participate in the Senior Lunch Nutrition Program. This program provides a well-balanced, mid-day meal at 27 senior centers conveniently located throughout Bergen County. The program fosters social interaction and provides access to other supportive services available to Bergen County seniors. Lunch is served Monday-Friday. Transportation may be available. Quarterly Nutrition/Wellness lectures are offered at each Center.

HealthEASE

HealthEASE is an expansion of the ADRC system designed to improve or sustain the health and wellness of age 60+ adults through education, preventive health screenings and support of healthy behaviors. The program offers:
*Health Education
*Health Screenings
*Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
*Senior Wellness Fairs
*Health Resources
*Nutrition Counseling

Reverse Mortgage Counseling
Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECM)

The Division of Senior Services offers a program with a certified counselor trained by the Agency for Housing and Urban Development (HUD), advising seniors 62 and over on ways to access their home equity so they can remain at home and Age-in-Place.

For information: (201) 336-7569
FAX: (201) 336-7430

State Health Insurance Program (SHIP)

The Division offers a program with counselors who have been trained and certified by the NJ Department of Health & Senior Services to help Medicare enrollees understand what benefits they are entitled to such as:

*Medicare A, B, and D Coverage
*Medigap, HMO, PPO and Long Term Care Policies

For information call: (201) 336-7413
(201) 336-7427 or (201) 336-7400

Senior Activity Centers

Bergen County operates ten Senior Activity Centers that are open to all Bergen County residents 60+and their significant other regardless of age.

Bergenfield
East Rutherford
Elmwood Park
Garfield
Americas Unidas
Midland Park
North Arlington
Palisades Park
Ridgefield Park
Wallington

Our centers offer comfortable and stimulating surroundings where you can come to socialize, participate in educational and wellness programs and share lunch with friends.

For information please call (201) 336-7440 or (201) 336-7400

One Bergen County Plaza is wheelchair accessible.

What is the Bergen County Division of Senior Services?

The Division of Senior Services was established in 1966 under Federal Legislation of the Older Americans Act. It is primary agency in Bergen County that plans and coordinates services for county residents age 60 and above and their caregivers. The Division advocates for those with the greatest economic and social need.

The Division also provides funding and support to carious community based organizations that promote the well-being and independence of Bergen County’s 200,000 older adults.

Through the Bergen ADRC system, the Division provides about various resources and services. It helps homebound individuals access long-term care community-based options. The Division also provides health and wellness of age 60+ adults.

The Division is open weekdays from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

(201) 336-7400
1-877-222-3737 (toll free)
TTY 1-800-852-7897

Walk-ins are welcome and there are extended hours for caregivers (by appointment only)

Disclaimer: This information is taken directly from the Bergen ADRC pamphlet and is a step by step guide. Although I have not used any of these services myself, I have worked with many people in the division through my Stroke & Disabled Support Group in Ridgewood and there is a lot of helpful people in the Division. Please call their number if you need any assistance in any of these departments.

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Bergen County Meals on Wheels

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Bergen County Meals on Wheels (201) 336-7420

County of Bergen
Department of Human Services
Division of Senior Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Telephone (201) 336-7420
Toll Free: 1-877-222-3737
Fax: (201) 336-7424
TTY: 1-800-852-7897

Bergen County Meals on Wheels is a publicly funded program designed to enable homebound adults to remain in their community with independence and dignity.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for home delivered meals, you must:

*reside in the are served by Bergen County Meals on Wheels

*Be age 60 years or older or spouse and caregiver of eligible individual.

*Be unable to leave your home without the assistance of another person and unable to prepare a nutritious meal for yourself.

*Not require a special diet.

A social worker will periodically conduct an in-home interview to determine your eligibility for continuation in the Meals on Wheels program as well as eligibility for other services that may benefit you.

How it Works:

A nutritious meal is delivered directly to your home. An effort is made to deliver the meal at approximately the same time each day.

This well balanced meal provides one-third of the recommended daily nutrients your body needs as an older adult. Individuals have the option of choosing either the daily hot meal plan or weekly frozen meal plan.

Both plans include the same fully cooked meals. Meals can be heated in the microwave or conventional oven.

Each meal consists of an entrée (3 ounces meat, 1/2 cup potato, 1/2 cup vegetable or equivalent), 1 cup milk, 1 slice of bread, 4 ounces juice and I serving dessert.

Hot Meal Plan:

Consists of one (1) hot ready to eat meal this is delivered every weekday, Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00am-2:00pm.

Frozen Meal Plan:

Consists of seven (7) frozen meals that are delivered once a week on a specified day between the hours of 9:00am-3:30pm. The driver will assist the individual in placing the meal pack in the freezer upon request.

An advantage of the frozen meal plan is that you choose the meal you wish to eat each day from the seven meals received and can heat the meal in the microwave or conventional oven at whatever time you wish to eat.

Weekend Meals

High nutritional risk individuals may apply for a 2-pack of frozen meals to be delivered each week for the weekend.

Cost

Bergen County Meals on Wheels relies on donations. A donation of $1.25 for each meal is suggested to assist in providing meals to seniors in need. Each month you will receive a donation envelope and a copy of the planned menu. Please contribute whatever you are able.

Voluntary donations can be mailed in the self-addressed donation envelope or given to the driver in a sealed envelope. When possible, please enclose a check rather than cash. Please do not offer a tip as drivers are not allowed to accept tips.

Emergency Preparedness

Basic food supplies must be kept in your home at all times. You may not receive a meal as planned on any given day as meal deliveries can be suspended due to hazardous weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. If uncertain whether a delivery will be made, please call Meals on Wheels at (201) 336-7420 between the hours of 8:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday. A copy of this brochure can be accessed at http://www.co.bergen.nj.us/bcdhs/divisions/senior/htm#meals.

Individual Responsibility

You must be home to accept your meal delivery and make contact with the driver. Your driver can not leave your meal without knowing that you are safe.

If you have a doctor’s appointment or will be away, please call the Meals on Wheels office before 12:00pm noon the business day before. The meal delivery will be temporarily suspended and resumed when we are notified.

At times, you may not hear the door. If this happens and you find an ‘Attempted to Deliver’ tag left by the driver, please call the office at (201) 336-7420 immediately. If we do not hear from you, we will stop your meal delivery and may call the police to check on you.

Food is a valuable commodity that should not be wasted.
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Specified Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB & QI-1)

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Specified Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB & QI-1)

The Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) and SLMB Qualified Individual-1 (SLMB-QI-1) pay partial or full Medicare Part B premiums for eligible New Jersey residents who are not financially eligible for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program under New Jersey Medicaid (also known as New Jersey Care).

You are eligible for SLMB if meet the following requirements:

New Jersey resident

Not financially eligible for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)

2015 annual income less than $14,124 for single applicants $19,116 combined income for married applicants and

Liquid assets may not exceed $7,280 for single persons or $10,930 for married couples

You are eligible for SLMB-QI-1 if you meet the following requirements:

New Jersey resident

Not financially eligible for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program under New Jersey Medicaid;

2015 annual income less than $15,890 for single applicants, $21,506 combined income for married applicants and

Liquid assets may not exceed $7,280 for single persons or $10,930 for married couples.

For more information, call toll free 1-800-792-9745

Disclaimer: I have not used this program so I do not have an opinion either yes or no to it but please call the above number for more information.

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Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

Posted on April 27, 2016 by jwatrel

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program (Senior Gold) is a State-funded prescription program with a different co-payment structure and income eligibility guidelines than those of PAAD.

You are eligible for Senior Gold if you meet the following requirements:

A New Jersey resident;

65 years of age or older or 18 years of age or older and receiving Social Security Title II Disability benefits; and

Annual income for 2016 is between $26,575 and $36,575 if you are single or between $32,582 and $42,582 if you are married.

All Medicare-eligible Senior Gold beneficiaries are also required to enroll in a Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan of their choice. They will be responsible for paying the monthly premium directly to the Medicare Part D plan. They also will be responsible for paying any late enrollment penalty imposed by Medicare for each month they were eligible to enroll in Medicare Part D but did not enroll.

For more information, call toll free 1-800-792-9745

Note: If you are under age 65 and receiving Social Security Disability Benefits on behalf of someone other than yourself, you are NOT eligible for these programs.

To find out more about PAAD, Senior Gold and their interaction with the new Medicare prescription drug benefit program.

Disclaimer: This information is taken from the Senior Gold Discount Program pamphlet. I have not used this service so I don’t have an opinion yes or no to how it is but please call the above number and ask for more information.

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