Hi all,
Fall is in full swing, and we are enjoying the Autumn season. September kept us busy with exciting events like the Essex-Hudson-Union Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, the Fall Fitness Event, and the Kessler Foundation Stroll 'N Roll Fall Fest.
This season brings a special energy to our office as we celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a fun guessing contest and welcome new members to our Right at Home team. Dive into the details below to learn how you can join the fun and show your support!
If you are interested, The Essex-Hudson-Union Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is still accepting donations and working towards reaching the desired goal.
Take care,
Maeghan
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Navigating the Sandwich Generation:
Support for Caregivers
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Join us on Wednesday, October 30th from 6:30-8:30pm for a community event with a wonderful group of panelists to discuss Navigating the Sandwich Generation: Support for Caregivers.
This will be a conversation with senior care industry experts to learn new skills and tools to support you on this journey.
Zufall Health- West Orange
49 Mt. Pleasant Avenue (3rd Floor)
West Orange, New Jersey 07052
Light refreshments will be served and we look forward to seeing you there.
RSVP below or email us atrah.essexcounty@gmail.com.
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We’re excited to have some fun while supporting a fantastic cause for the third year in a row!
In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re hosting a candy jar guessing game. This year, we are inviting you to participate online! You can do so by sending us a message with your guess.
For each guess submitted, Right at Home of Essex County will contribute $1 to the Susan G. Komen Foundation (up to a total of $250). The closest guess made in person at our designated locations will win a $10 Amazon Gift Card.
You can drop by to make your guess at our office or at local assisted living facilities, or send us a message.
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On World Alzheimer’s Day, September 21, we collaborated with Hearing Doctors of New Jersey and Summit Psychological Services to host a fitness fundraiser for Team Zumba, which is led by Franny Vales. All proceeds went to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Franny’s mother, Angie, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's several years ago, and she uses their connection of dance through Zumba as a form of healing.
We had a great turn out and Zumba workout with Franny & Simone.
Thank you to everyone who helped support the Fall Fitness event on September 21st!
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Welcome to the Right at Home of Essex County team, Scott R.! We're thrilled to have you on board.
Scott decided to pursue a career in nursing after starting the journey at age 14 by joining a volunteer ambulance squad. This experience ignited his passion for healthcare and helping others.
By age 17, Scott became a certified first responder, and at 18, was the youngest in the EMT class. Those early experiences solidified the desire to make a meaningful impact in people's lives through nursing.
Help us welcome Scott to the Right at Home of Essex County team by sending a comment or a reaction.
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Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
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Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can be emotionally and physically challenging. It may feel stressful watching the condition progress, and we recommend that our clients prepare themselves for this process:
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Start by educating yourself and finding resources to help you, your family, and other caregivers navigate the changes. The Greater New Jersey Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is a great organization that provides education and support and is also a partner of Right at Home of Essex County.
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Find shared activities and hobbies to engage in together. This will provide entertainment and give your loved one an opportunity to tap into their interests and maybe even share their skills.
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Manage stress levels to avoid feeling overwhelmed and keep yourself healthy in the process. This includes remembering to practice self-care and ask for help when you need a break.
If you are looking for a care partner, visit our website for a complete list of services and contact us today.
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Recognizing Our Caregivers
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We are grateful to be able to wish these amazing team members a happy birthday and anniversary!
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We designed a custom card deck to help bring some variety, fun, and engagement into the lives of our clients and caregivers.
The deck includes:
If you would like to learn more and receive your own deck, please connect with us.
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Right at Home of Essex County is celebrating twenty years by sharing more about the stories that make up the fabric of the Right at Home of Essex County family.
In a recent podcast episode, Melodie Toby talked about what led Moses to his work with Right at Home:
“He felt that everyone who needed support deserved to experience the quality of care that agencies like Right at Home seek to provide with trained caregivers.He believed that that’s how people should live, should be attended to, and cared for…”
Stay tuned as we share more stories from the Right at Home of Essex County family from the past 20 years.Check out our 20 Years of Story series on ourFacebookandLinkedInpages.
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October Inservice: Using Assistive Devices
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This training program delves into various assistive devices designed to enhance client independence and improve their quality of life.
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Care professionals will gain insights into recognizing signs that a client may benefit from such devices, enabling timely, and effective support.
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Participants will explore a range of tools, from mobility aids to communication devices, and learn how to assess individual needs.
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Additionally, the program emphasizes strategies for empowering clients through the proper use of these devices, fostering a supportive environment that encourages autonomy.
By the end of the training, care professionals will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to enhance client well-being and independence.
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Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris Proposes Medicare Home Care Benefit
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Paid for by savings from price negotiations with pharmaceutical manufacturers
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Would provide ongoing assistance with activities of daily living, not currently covered
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Proposal provides some details
Appearing on the daytime talk show “The View,” presidential candidate Kamala Harris announced Oct. 8 that, if elected, she intends to lead the creation of a home care benefit in Medicare plans. Currently, Medicare does not have a benefit for ongoing assistance with activities of daily living (ADL). It is that service that the elderly need to live independently wherever they call home.
Many Americans end up spending down assets and income on paying for ADL support out of pocket until they qualify for Medicaid. This puts a burden on them and then on state budgets.
The Harris campaign released some details about the “Medicare at Home” benefit. Still, additional clarity will be needed regarding provider eligibility, provider reimbursement, any mandates around reimbursement such as the 80/20 rule in the Medicaid programs, or the number of hours of care that would be offered.
Those items will need to be clearly defined to determine if the benefit is feasible and affordable.
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2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
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The 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s was a fantastic success! Despite the weather, we had an amazing turnout on Saturday, September 19th.
We kicked off the day with 796 registered participants and raised $150,719 toward our goal of $215,000.
A huge thank you to everyone for your support, participation, and fundraising efforts in raising awareness for Alzheimer’s!
There is still an opportunity to donate.
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