
Welcome to Jewish Home Lifecare’s Elder’s and Caregiver’s support resources.
At Jewish Home Lifecare, we believe that the people who care about their friends and family members who are growing older are the cornerstone to aging well.
It is natural that these people, often referred to as caregivers, will have questions and worries and we encourage them to voice these concerns openly.
Following are some topics about specific concerns and issues regarding caregiving and information on local and national resources .
In addition to consulting the information provided here, you may also contact Connections, our free information and referral service, by calling (800) 544-0304, or by sending an email to connections@jhha.org.
Next Step in Care provides information and advice to help family caregivers and health care providers plan safe and smooth transitions.
Jewish Home Lifecare is working collaboratively with United H...
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Family and friends who help elders are the un-sung heroes of elder care. It's important that caregivers have the support they need....
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A stay in the hospital is rarely an easy thing. For elders, hospitalization can often be the start of another transition. It is important to prepare for health related lifestyle changes - diet or med...
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When everyday activities like bathing and shopping become difficult, professional home care workers can be hired to provide many services in the home, including: personal care (bathing, toileting, fe...
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As elders become more frail, help is needed with daily living. Home care and community services can help elders age in place. The following is a list of some of the services available for frail elder...
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The health insurance and financial issues associated with aging can be complex. Use the information here to help navigate them....
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The move to a nursing home is a major turning point for everyone involved. There are things you can do to make the transition easier....
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Today, there are a range of housing options available to us as we age. Learn more about them here. ...
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It's a good idea to document personal wishes about medical treatment and financial distribution, in case a person becomes unable to communicate these decisions to others.The documents that state thes...
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Jewish Home Lifecare ResourcesLocal, State, and National ResourcesJewish Home Lifecare ResourcesAdmissions DepartmentFor Long-term Skilled Nursing Care and/or Alzheimer’s Special Care Units, c...
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