Resources & Support
Encouragement, Comfort, Connection and Advice
The JCC provides support for the bereaved, as well as for new Americans and for older adults facing isolation.
General Bereavement Support Group
Facilitation provided by Sivitz Jewish Hospice of the Jewish Association on Aging. Reach out to Rabbi David Small at [email protected] to sign up.
AgeWell Pittsburgh
AgeWell Pittsburgh is a collaboration between the Jewish Association on Aging, the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, and Jewish Family Community Services of Pittsburgh. Services are provided without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, disability, or age. AgeWell Pittsburgh is a one-stop, senior care navigation resource that links older adults, their family members, friends, and caregivers to solutions for many issues related to aging. Learn more HERE
SeniorLine of the Area Agency on Aging
Whether you wish to receive services or you are just looking for information that can benefit older adults, the SeniorLine information and assistance call center may be a great place to start. SeniorLine staff members are highly-skilled care managers who will answer your questions, or help you begin the process of receiving services. Call 412-350-5460 for assistance or fill out an online form.
Checkmates
If you know an older adult who would appreciate a weekly, friendly phone call or would like to volunteer for this peer-led telephone reassurance program, call Amy Gold.
Contact
For general program support, contact Darlene Cridlin, our Program Director.
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