OUR SERVICESBecause it is more difficult to get around or be active in the community, frail elders may spend the majority of time at home and isolated. But humans are social beings by nature. Here are some suggestions for how to socialize more.
Adult Day Social Programs
Companionship Services
Adult Day Social Programs
Jewish Home Lifecare offers Adult Day Social Programs in Manhattan and the Bronx.
Adult Day Social programs are for seniors seeking socialization. Most programs provide social activities, nutritious meals, recreational activities such as art, music, and games, and depending on the program, some health-related services. Special recreational and therapeutic activities have been created to improve daily living skills and cognitive abilities and reduce stress. Most programs are offered for a few hours a day, one to five days a week, usually during weekdays.
These programs may be covered by Medicaid or paid for privately.
To find out more about the Manhattan Program contact (212) 870-5090 or for the Bronx Program contact (718) 410-1479, or click here.
To find additional Adult Day Social Programs near you, speak to your local Department of Aging office, health care provider (doctor, social worker), or hospital discharge planner.
Resources
Jewish Home Lifecare Adult Day Social Program
- Manhattan
120 West 106th Street
New York, New York 10025
(212) 870-5090 - Bronx
100 West Kingsbridge Road
Bronx, New York 10468
(718) 410-1479
New York State Adult Day Services Association
http://www.nysadsa.org/
National Adult Day Services Association
http://www.nadsa.org/
Companionship Services
Jewish Home Lifecare’s Volunteer Programs provide friendly visitors, telephone calls, recreational activities, Adopt a Grandparent program, Shabbat Visitors and much more.
Volunteers serve as companions, participating in a variety of activities such as reading mail together, going for walks, having a meal together or just sitting quietly in each other’s company during a religious service.
Volunteers are available in the nursing home or in the community. To request Volunteer services or become a volunteer yourself, contact our Volunteer Department by calling (212) 870-4940 in Manhattan, (718) 410-1563 in the Bronx, (914) 864-5140 in Westchester, or (212) 273-2500 in the community.
Various senior service organizations, religious organizations and private companies also offer companion services. Often, these services are free or low cost. Contact your local Department of Aging office, senior center, religious organization or home care agency for more information.
Resources
Volunteer Departments
At Jewish Home Lifecare:
Bronx (718) 410-1271
Manhattan (212) 870-4940
Westchester (914) 864-5140
Community Services (212) 273-2500