Almost 40% of people living in Westchester who are age 65 and older live alone. In recognizing that many seniors face physical, emotional, and practical challenges, the Jewish Community Center Mid-Westchester (JCCMW) and Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) are proud to announce the continuation of their Isolation to Connection program, a free program that is open to all.
Knowing what senior services are available and accessing then can be confusing. The Isolation to Connection program, which is funded through a grant from UJA-Federation of NY, assists isolated older adults in Westchester by providing a caring professional who offers support each step of the way. At a time when seniors can feel stressed and overwhelmed, the Connection Specialist provides warm, friendly guidance by identifying meaningful and appropriate services, help in navigating complex systems, and advocating on the individual’s behalf.
The Connection Specialist works with isolated older adults to assess their physical, emotional, and social needs and connects them to helpful community resources. Seniors learn about and benefit from an array of government and community-based services, including: home-delivered meals, transportation services, ongoing case-management programs, home-based medical services, telephone or in-person counseling, home care providers, and social programming.
For older adults and caregivers who are confused about how to take advantage of the robust range of senior services offered in Westchester, the Isolation to Connection program provides a vital service, helping to make it easier to age safely and with dignity in our Westchester community.
For additional information about the Isolation to Connection program, please contact Connection Specialist, Cheryl Brandwein at [email protected]; 914-768-8901.
