JABA is excited to participate in Home for the Holidays, a national campaign led by the Eldercare Locator and the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a), this year in partnership with the University of California, San Diego Center for Healthy Aging. The goal of the campaign is to ensure that older adults and their caregivers are aware of the many local resources and services available in communities around the country to turn for social engagement opportunities.
Launched every year during the holiday season, Home for the Holidays is intended to help families and friends discuss difficult topics with their loved ones. A new consumer brochure is the focus of this year’s campaign, Staying Connected and Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Resources for Older Adults and Caregivers. As part of the campaign, the brochure highlights the importance of social connection, its impact on our physical and mental health—and ways the Aging Network can help older adults connect to their communities during this time of limited in-person social interactions.
“Maintaining social connections and staying mentally and physically active is key to reducing social isolation and loneliness among older adults, particularly now during the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s where JABA can step in to help,” says JABA CEO Marta Keane. "Our agency is participating in Home for the Holidays because we know how important it is for older adults to stay connected to their communities—with and without technology. The programs and services we offer directly meet this critical need.”
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JABA at Home
It's important that we keep from feeling isolated and disconnected. That's why we'll be launching At Home with JABA, a program that will deliver phone and online monthly programing via conference calls, Zoom, and Facebook Live. There will be bingo, games, informative presentations by our JABA nurses, exercise sessions, and more. Find out how to connect and check out the December calendar of events on our At Home with JABA page.
Senior Helpline
Speak with JABA’s information and assistance counselors to get information and connect to services that meet your specific needs. For over 45 years, JABA has supported older adults and caregivers. Let us connect you to resources that help you or a loved one age well. Call 434.817.5253.
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