NJFA‚Äôs 14th Annual Conference aims to bring you evidence based and successful community outreach models. One topic being covered on June 14th is community health and wellness. Exercise can decrease bone loss, increase bone density, and reduce your risk of fractures. Exercise is not only good for the bones but also for your heart health, […]
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NJFA 14th Annual Conference- Hot Topics- June 14, 2012
NJFA is proud to be hosting our annual conference for the 14th year. We work hard every year to bring new and pertinent topics to the professionals who attend. And this year is no different. We will feature a session about hoarding that is going to look at the ethical and clinical aspects of the […]
To Smart Phone or not to Smart Phone?
Some of you may have even struggled with the idea of a cell phone at all. You may have laughed at how many young people relied on them. You probably hated it when you finally caved and got a cell phone. Now, you see all your kids, grandkids and maybe even some friends with an […]
Register Online! NJFA’s 14th Annual Conference
Register Online! NJFA‚Äôs 14th Annual Conference ¬†NJFA‚Äôs 14th Annual Conference, ‚ÄúAddressing the Needs of Diverse Populations‚Äù will be held on Thursday June 14th at the Crowne Plaza Monroe. ¬†And you can register online at https://secure.americanweb.net/njfoundationforaging/ ¬†In addition to our two keynote speakers, Linda Couch of the National Low Income Housing Coalition and Suzanne Braun Levine […]
It’s Tax Time- How to Get Volunteer Tax Help
Volunteer Tax Help Yes, it is time to think about filing your 2011 tax returns. It‚Äôs a job that is never a joy, but could be less of a hassle, if you try using a terrific free service – the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA).¬† ¬†For over 30 years, the VITA force of 2,000+ […]
NJFA 14th Annual Conference!
NJFA will hold its 14th Annual Conference on Thursday, June 14th at the Crowne Plaza Monroe. This year’s conference, titled, Addressing the Needs of Diverse Populations will feature two nationally recognized keynote speakers.
Tips for Caregivers
A critical part an older adult remaining in the community is support from family and friends. Some of that support comes in the form of a family caregiver. …. Furthermore, they found that 65% of those caregivers were female and many worked a job in addition to providing care.
Affordable Care Act: Fact 4
Fact # 4: The law will improve care for older adults in other ways besides changes to Medicare.
NJFA Annual Event was a success!
The New Jersey Foundation for Aging (NJFA) held its 3rd Annual Fall celebration on Sunday, November 14th. The event honored NJFA‚Äôs four founding trustees, Rosemarie Doremus, Margaret Chester, Carl West and Susan Chasnoff. Guests went to the 3 pm performance, ‚ÄúIn the Mood‚Äù, at the State Theater in New Brunswick. Guests said the show was […]
September 23rd is Fall Prevention Awareness Day!
September 23, 2010 is Fall Prevention Awareness Day! For people over 65 years of age, a fall is serious thing. Falls and injuries from falls are a major threat to health, independence and quality of life. Every year 1 out of 3 older persons has a fall and most falls occur at home. With much […]