The Generations Program connects survivors, second generation families, and our entire community by honoring the enduring legacy of Holocaust Survivors and supporting the evolving needs of their loved ones. Through meaningful experiences, shared traditions, and supportive outreach, we aim to reduce isolation and strengthen bonds across generations.
Social isolation and loneliness have a serious impact on people’s longevity, physical and mental health, and quality of life. Aging care experts at JFS Rochester offer ways for older adults to combat social isolation and make meaningful connections.
Read our guest blog from The American Society on Aging. Ageism Awareness Day on Saturday, October 7, 2023, is an opportunity to draw attention to the existence and impact of ageism in our society and how we can reframe aging in our communities.
JFS supports more than 110 Holocaust survivors in Monroe County with care management services and access to emergency and quality-of-life supports including dental, vision, medical, home essentials, transportation, emergency homecare, rent, home repair, utilities, and food.
The Counseling Center at JFS offers services for older adults and their caregivers to address the unique challenges that come with aging and caring for older loved ones.
Part of JFS Rochester’s commitment to our area’s aging population is offering support for caregivers, helping to reduce stress, provide safe and appropriate care, alleviate ongoing or emergency financial burden, and provide a sense of community.
The JFS Rochester NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) program uses an innovative model for aging in place in your own home. NORC seniors continue to grow and learn, maintain their independence, and enhance their quality of life by making new friends and actively participating in their community.
Expanded In-home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP) is a state and county funded service that provides care management, subsidized home care, and other services to help older adults stay independent in the community and delay higher levels of care that require Medicaid support.
JFS Rochester care managers are committed to providing excellent service delivery and care coordination that maintains the dignity and achieves the goals of the older adults we serve.
Any adults struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns are welcome at The Counseling Center at JFS.