Morris and Essex County Celebrates Older Americans Month

Morris and Essex County Celebrates Older Americans Month

Seniors Make Morris and Essex County A Better Place to Live

We Support Seniors in Morris and Essex County

May is here and we’re reminded to recognize the accomplishments of the older adults living in our community. Older Americans have been creating inventions and works of art since our country’s inception.  Every day, older adults in New Jersey put their heads, hearts, and hands into activities that make our communities a better place to live.

With a lifetime of skills to draw upon, interests to explore, and goals to achieve, older adults build stronger, more vital communities through their creations. That’s why Create is a central element to the three-part theme for Older Americans Month (OAM) 2019: Connect, Create, Contribute.  Celebrated each May and led by ACL, OAM is a time to celebrate the valuable contributions of older adults in our communities.
 
Click here to learn more about Older American’s Month

BrightStar Care joins the efforts of ACL and applauds older adults who continue to create—and who inspire others to invest their time and talents.


We encourage everyone to explore their creative side through a wide range of activities, including:

• Exploring educational opportunities
• Planting a personal or community garden
• Learning to paint
• Studying a new language
• Attending a workshop on financial planning or personal computers
• Starting a new exercise program or take dance lessons

Many opportunities like painting and art ideas are available at Morris County senior centers, and may be offered at a free or reduced rate.  Older adults can also create a healthier lifestyle by participating in an evidence-based program. ACL supports the delivery of these meaningful programs across the country, with topic areas that include chronic disease self-management, falls prevention, physical activity, and mental health. Participants set meaningful goals, engage with and learn from their peers, and benefit from proven results.
 
Find a senior program near you: Click HERE

BrightStar Care provides in home support to keep a loved one living comfortably and safe at home.

The Reason Why Seniors Hire A Caregiver:

1) Safety
2) Personal Care
3) Medication Supervision
4) Companionship
5) Meal Preparation
6) Errand Running

BrightStar Care of Morris and Essex County provides a full continuum of private duty home care services comprised of companionship, personal care, transportation, medication assistance, skilled nursing and more to improve the lives of those living with disabilities.  Click HERE to learn more about our award winning care.