We are on a mission to create societal change by teaching emotional awareness, empathy, community building, and most importantly, the development of a healthy self-image through the CCNJ Kindness Crusade. On February 14, 2020, CCNJ kicked off its first annual kindness campaign. The campaign will run until March 31, 2020. Do you know someone who […]
Everyday, everywhere you turn, scores of Americans are putting in work caring for our elders and fellow citizens with disabilities, and today, across the nation, caregivers are being celebrated for the amazing difference they make. It wasn’t until I started taking care of my grandma that I truly began to appreciate how much we family […]
Love is in the air. Whether you’ve already found that special someone or are searching for your soulmate, it’s easy to get swept up in the romance and sensation of this special holiday. Senior loneliness has been making major headlines as waves of older adults are increasingly finding themselves with limited social connections. Author Deb […]
You may have heard of Medicare Open Enrollment that begins on October 15th and ends on December 7th that allows you to make changes for the following year. There is another “Open Enrollment” period for you to be aware of. The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) is from January 1st to March 31st […]
Sometimes we don’t see our parents or aging loved ones as much as we would like. Life gets in the way and our responsibilities pull us in many directions. We speak to mom or dad on the phone and they tell us everything is just fine. But is it? With the holidays here, take note […]
This is the season where we will reflect on for what we are thankful. Research shows that we should be in touch with our gratitude even when the leaves aren’t changing or when the air is crisp. So many studies have been done to show the benefits of feeling grateful. Sometimes all it takes to […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 14, 2019 Caring Connections of New Jersey, Inc. 501(c)(3) Public Charity Hamilton, NJ – Caring Connections of New Jersey is proud to announce it is now officially a public charity with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. Contributions donated to Caring Connections of New Jersey […]
Grief is described as deep sorrow, usually after someone dies. We’ve all lost loved ones at one point or another and the stages of emotions that people go through when grieving are those of denial, anger, guilt, depression and acceptance. These are not necessarily in order and may repeat during the bereavement process. What should […]
When we think of wellness and the habits that are vital to our wellbeing, we immediately think of diet, exercise and sleep as the standards of health. An overlooked aspect of wellness is creativity. Researchers are starting to investigate some of the fundamental aspects of life that usually get neglected, including our basic need for creativity. Developing […]
August is Wellness Month and August 15th is Relaxation Day. Every day should be thought of as “Wellness Day”, but the truth is that caregivers rarely put themselves first. Sometimes our lives are so busy that we simply feel there is no time for extra steps for our own wellness. Perhaps you are someone who […]
When we think of bullying, many times we think of adolescents in middle school and high school. These “Mean Girls” or bullies make life impossible for the victim. There is another demographic that we need to bring attention to in this day and age which it may come to a surprise to you.Bullying is defined […]
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. We ask that you join us through the month of June to wear purple to show support for the millions of people worldwide struggling with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. It’s also a time to recognize the caregivers for the support that they provide to their loved […]
May is Older Americans Month Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. This year the 2019 theme is Connect, Create, Contribute so we are encouraging older adults in New Jersey to: Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation. This will help you stay active in your community. […]
According to The Institute on Aging, in the year 1900 only 100,000 Americans reached the age of 85. By 2050, the 85+ year-old age group will reach 19 million, which is 5 percent of the total population. These numbers are scary when you look at the amount of qualified individuals there are to care for […]
We’re so stoked for the 2019 CCNJ Bash on the Beach! It’s going to be a great event! In preparation for the Bash, we’re offering discounts on membership and sponsorship in conjunction with the Bash. Become a CCNJ Member! Your membership to CCNJ counts as a sponsorship because it makes it possible for us to […]
Nick was my father’s first cousin and he was kind and he was generous. He would come to my grandmother’s house (his Aunt Laura) in Brooklyn on Sundays when we went to visit. Sometimes his parents would come visit as well. We saw him when we were small through our late teens and maybe even […]
Buckingham Adult Day Center Offers: Socialization, Group Activities, Hot meals, music, Alzheimer’s programs, onsite RN, open Monday through Friday 9am-4:30pm. Buckingham Home Health Care Offers: Home health aides assisting with personal care, transportation, shopping, errands and more. Clients are given the opportunity to meet and interview the assigned aide to ensure a comfort level prior […]
Valentine’s Day is a little over a month away and I am lucky enough to be surrounded by so much love in my life. Love from my husband and children, other family members, my friends, even my colleagues. Traditional spouses are planning to buy chocolate and flowers for their loves for Valentine’s Day. More modern […]
Social situations vary from family to family. These situations can contribute to the social, physical and psychological issues in aging adults and ultimately lead to serious health problems if they are not addressed. Some things that can directly impact the physical and mental health of seniors are as follows: The loss of a spouse-When a […]
Gratitude is something that I practice on a regular basis and something that I try to share with the people I’m closest to as well as the seniors that I educate. It’s so easy to let a bad day take us over to the point where we may feel very little gratitude. I lived my […]
When I was a caregiver for my mother, I juggled a full-time job, two children, a relationship, and trying to be the best caregiver I could be. When the time came that I needed help, I would hop on the computer at night and Google information. This was a daunting task. Primarily because not all […]
Imagine what it would mean if suddenly, you couldn’t drive any more. The loss of independence is a terrible blow to a senior citizen who, because of health problems or physical limitations, can no longer drive safely. Statistics from the federal government show that people under 75 have relatively low involvement in car crashes. But […]
Accreditation Consulting for Home Care was established to help NJ health care service firms achieve and maintain accreditation. We have developed a simple approach to breaking down the standards and can show you how to integrate these standards into your day-to-day operations. Mindy Rosenblum, President of Accreditation Consulting for Home Care, is also the owner/operator […]
From the company’s inception in 1996, our mission has been to help people in New Jersey live safely at home as long as possible while maintaining their independence and dignity. The safety and well-being of the clients we serve is most important to our Health Force team of dedicated health care professionals. Utilizing a team […]
The Greystone Residential Program At Friends Hospital is a Long-term Residence for Adults and Older Adults with Mental Illness (non-dementia related). Private –pay residence with structured programming to address mental health needs Program staffed 24/7 and includes nursing, psychiatry, social work, & counselors Licensed by State of PA and accredited by The Joint Commission Full access […]
When you hear the song You Are My Sunshine, does it make you think of a family member? A resident? A patient? Does it bring up a childhood memory? A memory of your own children, perhaps? You Are My Sunshine is a song that my grandmother sang to my mother. My mother sang to me […]
Brandywine Living is a premier provider of senior living services, and our team has achieved this status by focusing our efforts on exactly this each and every day. While our care is second-to-none, we know that amenities are just as important, and because of that, we are very focused on customer service and hospitality. Food […]
PLEASE HELP! Goodwill Home Medical is in need of Fully Electric and Semi Electric Hospital Beds at this time. We have a large number of orders to fill and not enough beds at this time. We will pick up the beds all you need is call our store to schedule, 609-396-1513. Please check with home […]
SpendyLove Home Care Care with Excellence SpendyLove Home Care mission is to offer new beginnings and meaningful opportunities to caregivers and clinicians while providing home care services built on innovation, skill and Christ-like values of compassion, honesty and patience. Living by our mission is what makes us a top choice for excellent home care, […]
This is something in senior living we hear daily. But what is Mom really doing at home? Many senior living communities now offer a hospitality approach, focusing on a resident’s overall wellbeing, rather than just solely focusing on their clinical needs. “Assisting a resident with their daily hygiene routine is very important but assisted living […]
