Community-Based Programs for Older Adults

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Jay and Rose Phillips Aging Care & Connections

This program coordinates with city staff and other local older adult service organizations with the intent of enriching the physical and emotional well-being of older adults by providing wellness, recreational, and social engagement opportunities. In addition, care managers provide access to outside community resources and agencies including mental health services to combat social isolation. Current sites include Edgewater and Wheat Ridge.

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Kosher Lunches at the JCC

Older adults (60+) can pick up kosher lunches in the lower level of the JCC parking lot, 350 South Dahlia Street, every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for a $2.50 suggested contribution.

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Para-chaplain Program

The JFS Para-chaplain Program reduces social isolation of Jewish residents of assisted living and nursing-care facilities through visitation and programs conducted by JFS para-chaplains and other volunteers. The program strengthens the connection between Jewish residents living in non-Jewish senior residential facilities and the Jewish community by arranging and leading religious services for Shabbat, High Holy Days, Hanukkah, and Passover. In addition, para-chaplains work with the staff at these facilities to sensitize them about the values, traditions, and holidays of Jewish residents.  

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