Older Adult Services

Seniors to Thrive at BFC

We realized a long time ago that older members of our community are an invaluable resource in building a better tomorrow. Our senior adult services make sure our clients continue to feel included in society, whether they are able to join us for group programs or require a more personal touch with visits to their homes. Funding received from the Bergen County Division of Senior Services.

Adult Day Program

• Our services are available to any adult 60 or older who lives in Bergen County.
• We offer the only adult day care program in Northern New Jersey that accepts visually impaired clients.
• Our program is designed to stimulate social interaction and to help reduce isolation and loneliness.
• We promote mental activity through exercise, music, arts and crafts, and discussion groups.
• Our goal is to prevent premature institutionalization.
• We provide a much needed break for in-home care givers.
• Adults age 60+ are eligible to register in advance to receive a nutritious lunch.

Care Management for the Homebound Elderly

• We can help with applying for PAAD, SENIOR GOLD, HEAP (heating and cooling assistance).
  
• We can help with applying for Home care programs such as JACC and MLTSS.
  
• We can help with applying for Veterans benefits and Alzheimer grants.
  
• We offer caregiver counseling through ADRC.
• We offer senior community resources and care giver resources.
• We can help with applying for the Medicaid Managed Long Term Services and Supports and the Respite Program.
• We can help with Meals On Wheels, Food Stamps and emergency goods.
  
• We offer information on Reverse Mortgages.

Caregiver Support

• Fifteen to twenty Caregivers meet several times monthly
• At least one monthly meeting is offered in Spanish
• Caregivers have a safe and nurturing space to learn coping strategies and receive specific information to help their loved ones
• Caregivers share a meal and conversation and experience mutual aid with other caregivers
• Participants have the option to engage in a mentoring program with trained volunteer mentors who are dedicated to reducing stress and other challenges confronting caregivers