Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is proud to announce it has been awarded a $35,000 grant from Aging in America to support Geriatric Care Management. The grant will support Geriatric Care Management services to low-income, frail elderly individuals throughout Westchester County to maintain and enhance their physical and emotional quality of life.
“For many seniors, especially those who live alone, life can become progressively more challenging and isolating, compromising their ability to age well and safely in place,” said WJCS CEO Seth Diamond. “Stressors, such as chronic medical conditions, the loss of a spouse, lack of connection to family or friends, financial distress, and loneliness tend to be more common as people age.”
With the help of this funding, WJCS can continue to provide comprehensive services including in-home assessments, personalized care planning, on-going case management, guidance on senior living options, and information and referrals for older adults, as well as their family or caregivers.
Seniors living alone are at greater risk for depression which may impact their motivation to maintain their physical and mental health. They often struggle to access services due to their inability to drive on their own or have friends or family members act on their behalf. And while the world around them has become more reliant on digital tools, older adults are frequently stymied by the use of technology, digital tools, and the internet and need assistance to take advantage of resources in-person or virtually.
Addressing the issues faced by the elderly is becoming increasingly important as the population of Westchester ages. People aged 65+ represented 18.4% of the county’s population compared to 14.7% in 2010. WJCS provides a wide array of senior care services.
