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10/09/2025

“The Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline (800-272-3900) is a free service offering support for people living with dementia, caregivers, families and the public. Connect with a live person who can provide information, local resources, crisis assistance and emotional support. Anyone can contact the Helpline, day or night.” For more information and other ways to connect with the Helpline, click on the link below.

Memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer's help 24/7 – call us toll-free anytime day or night at 1.800.272.3900 for reliable information and support.

10/03/2025

A new tax deduction up to $6,000 will be available to millions of taxpayers ages 65 and older. This tax deduction is part of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” and will be effective with their next tax filing and runs through the 2028 tax year when it is set to expire. To find out more information about who qualifies, how much your tax deduction may be, and if it affects Social Security, please click on the link below.

Who qualifies? How much is it? We answer key questions.

09/25/2025

For veterans who may be facing a situation where their life or health is in danger, it's important for them to immediately call 911 or go to the emergency department. It's not necessary to contact the VA first, however there are steps that must be taken if veterans do go to a non-VA facility, even if it's in their community care network. These steps ensure that the VA will cover the cost of care. For more information, click on the link below.

If you think your life or health is in danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. You don’t need to check with us first. But if you go to a non-VA facility—even one that’s in our community care network—you must follow certain rules so that we can cover the cost of your care....

09/19/2025

There are many people who want to do an activity on the floor but are concerned about being able to get up afterwards. Being able to successfully get down and back up from the floor is important because it allows you to do more activities, supports independence and improves confidence and mobility. For more information on these benefits as well as some exercises that can help you maintain or build this skill, click on the link below.

How easily you can get up from and down to the floor can help with confidence in completing daily household chores and overall independence and mobility, and can reduce falls risk. A physical therapist can give personalized balance and strengthening exercises to help you maintain or build your skill...

09/12/2025

The Community Planning & Advocacy Council is hosting a Community Health Wellness Fair and Physical Fitness Day on Saturday, October 25 in Camden! This event is free and will be filled with health and wellness resources, physical activities for all ages, healthy cooking demos, food trucks, raffles and more. For more information and to register, see the flyer below.

08/29/2025

The RSVP Matter of Balance Program provides practical strategies to manage fall risk factors and meets every Wednesday in September and October -- see the flyer below for more information on this valuable program!

08/15/2025

Check out these flyers from CPAC Senior Programs for more information about their upcoming Technology Workshop on Friday, August 22 and their RSVP Seniors Walking Group where walkers at all levels are welcome!

08/12/2025

The VA Caregiver Support Program is comprised of two separate programs – it’s important to know the difference in order to access the benefits and resources that each individual veteran needs. To read more about each program, click on the link below.

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

07/25/2025

“The Tdap vaccination offers older adults protection against three serious illnesses: tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). Health officials say older adults who have never had a Tdap vaccination should get one dose and then a booster every 10 years. Whooping cough and diphtheria are highly contagious, so getting vaccinated protects people from spreading disease in their communities.” For more information, click on the link below.

Level up your vaccine education and safeguard your health by learning the latest facts about the Tdap vaccination. Find out why the CDC recommends the Tdap vaccine for older adults and what you should know about protecting yourself against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). ...

07/21/2025

“Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are often spoken about interchangeably, but they are not the same condition. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, but there are many other types of dementia. Although it can be scary or challenging to acknowledge changes within ourselves or someone close to us, it is important to do so and take action. Early detection of memory issues can allow you to participate in care planning decisions and explore clinical trials.” To learn more about dementia including ways to help slow or prevent onset, warning signs and symptoms, and actions steps to take, click on the link below.

Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are often spoken about interchangeably, but they are not the same condition. Understand the differences.

07/17/2025

In light of the numerous and severe storms in our area recently, it always helps to be prepared in case of loss of electricity, flooding, or other impact from threatening weather events. For more information on preparing and maintaining an emergency kit and more useful resources, click on the link below.

Whether it is getting ready for a disease outbreak like H1N1 influenza, preparing for a hurricane or a blizzard or protecting your family against bioterror agents like anthrax, preparing for a public health emergency is everyone’s responsibility.

07/14/2025

Below is how the Federal cuts will effect residents of New Jersey:

Also known as NJ Family Care in New Jersey, the recent budget cuts will negatively impact communities across the entire state. It will take time to fully feel this exact impact, Hospitals, nursing homes, and healthcare providers are preparing for these cuts now.

Here are just some ways we can expect to see NJ families affected:
• 350,000 eligible New Jerseyans will lose their coverage. That’s 1 out of every 5 covered residents.
• $3.3 billion cut from hospitals and public health. Hospitals, as a result, may need to cut staff, services, or even shut down entirely.
• $360 million cut from the state budget due to restrictions in federal funding

Contact your Congressman or Senator if you are directly impacted or have any questions or concerns.