The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites seniors and caregivers to the upcoming Aging Services Kiosk (ASK) events in November to explore the wide range of senior programs and resources available. These events allow attendees to meet face-to-face with experienced professionals who can provide expert guidance and assistance with a variety of services, including form completion. Bilingual staff will be available on several dates in November to provide support in Spanish.
“Our mission with the ASK program is to provide residents with free and convenient access to vital information and resources that are available to our senior community and their caregivers,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. “If you are a senior, a caregiver, or know someone who is, we welcome you to attend one of our ASK events in November and discover how this valuable program can be of service to you.”
The Aging Services Kiosk is operated explicitly by the Division on Aging, a branch of the Union County Department of Human Services. It offers adults aged 60 and older, along with their caregivers, a friendly and convenient avenue to discover valuable programs and services and speak individually with a Division on Aging professional.
Staff at ASK locations can help older adults and caregivers connect with various services, including home-delivered meals, respite care, home care, adult day care, and support services for caregivers. Any Union County senior or caregiver can visit any ASK kiosk, regardless of their hometown. No appointment or pre-registration is needed. Below are the upcoming ASK events in November:
Wednesday, November 5th
(Bilingual staff available)
Garwood Public Library
411 Third Avenue, Garwood
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday, November 13th
(Bilingual staff available)
Elizabeth Public Library – Main
11 South Broad Street, Elizabeth
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday, November 20th
Clark Public Library
303 Westfield Avenue, Clark
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday, November 25th
(Bilingual staff available)
Union Public Library
1980 Morris Avenue, Union
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
“ASK events are staffed by friendly and knowledgeable experts from our Division on Aging who are eager to help the elderly gain more independence and improve their day-to-day lives. They serve as a real support system for our senior community when they need it most,” said Union County Commissioner and Liaison to the Advisory Council on Aging, James Baker.
For more information about the ASK events and any other services for seniors in Union County, contact the Division on Aging and Disability Resource Connection at 1-888-280-8226 toll-free or visit online at ucnj.org/dhs/aging.