HEALTH & WELLNESS
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Food Assistance
Bergen County Office of Food Security
Includes application for SNAP (food stamps) benefits as well as a comprehensive list of all food pantries in Bergen County
Meals on Wheels North Jersey
100 Madison Ave, Suite 3, Westwood
201-358-0050.
Provides meals to residents in Northern Bergen County who are unable to shop or cook for themselves due to age or disability.
Kosher Meals on Wheels
1485 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck
Call 201-837-9090 or email [email protected]
Provides nutritionally balanced kosher meals to homebound seniors and disabled individuals throughout Bergen and North Hudson Counties. Shabbat Meals are delivered each Friday to Holocaust survivors.
St. Andrew's Church Food Pantry
120 Washington Ave, Westwood
201-666-1100
Thursdays 6:30-7:30 pm
Parkside Community Church Food Pantry
Parkside Community Church - 545 Fourth Ave. (entrance on Park)
201-666-8998
Tuesdays at 5:00-6:00 PM.
Westwood United Methodist Church
105 Fairview Ave
201-6644-0755
Monthly, 2nd Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm
MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
22 Sand Rd., Westwood NJ
Monthly, 3rd Saturdays, 11am – 1:00PM
Helping Hand Food Pantry
349 Hillsdale Ave, Hillsdale
201-664-0600
Mondays: 5:30-6:45pm AND 1st Saturday of month 9am-10:30am
Triboro Food Pantry
65 Pascack Road, Park Ridge
201-573-9083
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00am-11:00am
CHEER: Visiting Homemaker Service Bergen County
298 Union Street, Hackensack
201-488-0041
CHEER workers visit once a week to do grocery shopping for isolated older persons. No fee, but donations are requested.
In-Home Services
Homewatch Caregivers Paramus
(973) 556-2546
Provides an array for in-home care services for older adults
County Directory of In-Home Services
Emergency Response Systems
Lifeline Device (general)
800-543-3546
These systems are administered through local hospitals.
Wellness Monitoring Lifeline
201-664-1000
Philips Lifeline
1-855-332-7799
Call for more information. This is a medical alert system with fall detection.
Medicare Assistance
Westwood Social Services
Kathy Elgert 201-664-7082, ext. 110 or [email protected]
Can help with applications for assistance
Medicaid
1-800-356-1561
Information and referral hotline for clients and providers.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Counseling
800-792-8820, Hackensack office: 201-336-7413
Access help by applying for money-saving benefits or comparing drug plans.
PAAD: Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled
1-800-792-9745
Senior Citizens who need pharmaceutical assistance can call this program, administered by the Division of Aging Services.
Hearing Aid Assistance
1-800-792-9745
Rebates on purchase of a hearing aid for individuals on PAAD
Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP) of Bergen County
201-634-2693
County led programs and initiatives that help promote wellness and health at all ages. Programs include fitness, chronic disease self management, wellness challenges, and more
Medicare Rights Center
National Helpline: 800-333-4114 or send inquiries to: [email protected]
Helps people with Medicare understand their rights and benefits, navigate the Medicare system, and secure the quality health care that they deserve.
Medicare Advantage Plans
A Listing of various Medicare Advantage Plans available to New Jersey seniors.
Medical and Disability
Portable Assisted Living Services (PALS) FOR WESTWOOD HOUSE RESIDENTS ONLY
Westwood House: 100 Madison Ave, Westwood
Amy Lifson at 201-497-8688, Ext 101.
This program operates out of the Community Outreach Offices at Westwood House. It offers building residents assisted living services including registered nursing care, administration of medications, coordination of health care services, assistance with personal care, transportation, and meal preparation.
The Jewish Home Family: Assisted Living
685 Westwood Ave, Rivervale
201-666-2370
Offer 24 hour nursing supervision, medication management, dementia care, respite care, restorative care, therapeutic activities, personal PA FM listening system for those with hearing impairments, social services, weekly personal shopping, and hospice care.
The Jewish Home Family at Rockleigh: Russ Berrie Home for Jewish Living
10 Link Dr, Rockleigh
201-784-1414
A state of the art kosher skilled nursing facility. Provides service to long term care residents suffering from dementia and those in need of respite, hospice, sub-acute care, as well as speech, physical/occupational, and outpatient rehabilitation
CareOne at Valley
300 Old Hook Rd, Westwood
201-664-8888
Provides sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term care. Services include skilled rehabilitation seven days a week, post-trauma care and other physician-directed clinical programs.
Brookdale Emerson
590 Old Hook Rd, Emerson
201-986-9009
Senior living community that provides Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care services for seniors.
Atrium Senior Living of Park Ridge
124 Noyes Dr, Park Ridge
201-782-0440
Offer independent lifestyle in a community setting, memory care, a transitional program, and respite care.
Sunrise of Paramus
567 Paramus Rd, Paramus
201-493-9889
Offers assisted living, short term stays, memory care, and coordination of hospice services.
The Bristal Assisted Living
364 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Woodcliff Lake
201-383-4790
Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
Bright Side Manor
300 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck.
201-692-1000.
Accept residents through the MLTSS (Managed Long Term Services and Supports Program (formerly the Assisted Living Medicaid Waiver Program), as well as residents who are able to pay privately.
Bergen County Health Care Center
Local Adult Day Services
Northern Valley Adult Day Health Center (Vantage Health Systems)
2 Park Ave, Dumont
201-385-4400 Ext. 3084
Available to individuals over the age of 55 to continue functioning independently in the therapeutic setting provided by the day health center. Their needs for these services are based on a medical diagnosis, which may include: a physical disability, memory impairment, isolation, loneliness, and a difficulty performing daily activities.
Bergen Family Center
44 Armory St, Englewood
Co-Supervisors, Holly Scipio or Maria Picinic at 201-568-0817 x129
Services available to any adult 60+ who lives in Bergen County
The Jewish Home: Gallen Day Center
10 Link Dr, Rockleigh
201-750-4238.
Services include nursing, recreation, social work, care management, transportation, meals, caregiver support, rehabilitation, and outpatient medicine. Enabling independence at home with access to the amenities of the Jewish Home. Open to people of all faiths.
Mental Health
262-HELP
201-262-4357
Provides mental health evaluations, crisis intervention counseling, and access to the most clinically appropriate intervention.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
Bergen Regional Medical Center
1-800-730-2762
Offers inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and addiction services. Long term care and respite care are available.
Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare Inc.
201-646-0195
This non-profit organization offers counseling, a support center, and rehabilitation.
Care Plus Inc
201-265-8200
Provides recovery-focused mental health care and substance abuse rehabilitation services.
Pascack Mental Health Center
201-391-1355
Offers counseling at home or on site.
Bergen Family Center
201-568-0817 or 201-342-9200
Provides individual, group, and family counseling.
Jewish Family and Children's Services of Northern New Jersey
Call: 201-837-9090 Email: [email protected]
Assists individuals who are coping with challenges and life transitions. JFS is a licensed mental health agency. All insurance accepted. For those without insurance coverage, JFS has a sliding fee scale.
Asian Women's Catholic Association: Family Counseling Center
201-862-1116
Provide culturally appropriate counseling services.
Vantage Health System
Dumont: 201-358-4400 Englewood: 201-567-0500
Offers a system of community based facilities and programs located in Bergen County. Vantage provides services to those with mental health issues, addiction, and eldercare challenges.
Bergen County Office of Alcohol & Drug Dependency
201-634-2740
Offers information and referrals for assessment, outpatient services, detoxification services, residential treatment, halfway house services, and self help groups.
Self Help
Jewish Family and Children's Services of Northern New Jersey
1485 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck
For all Group Assistance, Call: 201-837-9090 Email: [email protected].
Offer a variety of support groups. Call for information or visit the website for listing.
Asian Women's Christian Association: Family Counseling Center
9 Genesee Ave, Teaneck.
201-862-1116
Provide culturally appropriate counseling services.
The Jewish Home Family: Caregivers Support & Parkinson’s Support Group
10 Link Dr, Rockleigh.
201-784-1414.
The Jewish Home Family offers Caregivers’ and Parkinson's support groups on a monthly basis. Open to people of all faiths. Call for details.
Bergen Family Center
44 Armory St, Englewood or 10 Banta Pl, Hackensack.
201-568-0817 or 201-342-9200.
Provides group support.
Arthritis Foundation
1-888-467-3112.
Provides information, referrals, support groups, self-help classes, and specialized fitness programs.
NJ Self Help Group Clearinghouse
1-800-367-6274.
Provides a comprehensive listing of self-help and support groups throughout the state.
Northern Jersey Alcoholics Anonymous
12-step support program. Meetings held at various locations in Bergen County.
For information, call Pascack Valley Mental Health Center: 201-391-1355.
Heightened Independence and Progress (HIP) Peer Support Groups
131 Main St, Hackensack.
Contact Paula Walsh or Trisha Ebel [email protected] or [email protected].
Groups to address the needs of individuals with MS and to empower women.
Alzheimer's New Jersey
HelpLine: 888-280-6055.
This program examines caregiver stress and offers coping strategies to become a healthier caregiver. There is no fee for attending this program, but pre-registration is required.
Grief Support
Grief Recovery Outreach Program
121 Rea Ave, Hawthorne
201-873-6496
An action oriented group assisting individuals in recovering from the pain associated with their losses. This is a six week or twelve week program.
Bereavement Counseling
S 25th Salem St, 2nd Floor, Hackensack.
201-342-7766
Group counseling offered by Hackensack Community Nursing Services.
Jewish Family and Children's Services of Northern New Jersey: Healing after Heartache
1485 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck.
201-837-9090.
A support group for widows. Share with others who have experienced a recent loss. Gain support and strategies to enhance coping while navigating through this challenging time.
Pascack Mental Health Center
114 Kinderkamack Rd, Park Ridge.
201-391-1355.
A non-for-profit behavioral health organization that offers counseling or therapy at home or on site.
Food Assistance
Bergen County Office of Food Security
Includes application for SNAP (food stamps) benefits as well as a comprehensive list of all food pantries in Bergen County
Meals on Wheels North Jersey
100 Madison Ave, Suite 3, Westwood
201-358-0050.
Provides meals to residents in Northern Bergen County who are unable to shop or cook for themselves due to age or disability.
Kosher Meals on Wheels
1485 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck
Call 201-837-9090 or email [email protected]
Provides nutritionally balanced kosher meals to homebound seniors and disabled individuals throughout Bergen and North Hudson Counties. Shabbat Meals are delivered each Friday to Holocaust survivors.
St. Andrew's Church Food Pantry
120 Washington Ave, Westwood
201-666-1100
Thursdays 6:30-7:30 pm
Parkside Community Church Food Pantry
Parkside Community Church - 545 Fourth Ave. (entrance on Park)
201-666-8998
Tuesdays at 5:00-6:00 PM.
Westwood United Methodist Church
105 Fairview Ave
201-6644-0755
Monthly, 2nd Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm
MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
22 Sand Rd., Westwood NJ
Monthly, 3rd Saturdays, 11am – 1:00PM
Helping Hand Food Pantry
349 Hillsdale Ave, Hillsdale
201-664-0600
Mondays: 5:30-6:45pm AND 1st Saturday of month 9am-10:30am
Triboro Food Pantry
65 Pascack Road, Park Ridge
201-573-9083
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00am-11:00am
CHEER: Visiting Homemaker Service Bergen County
298 Union Street, Hackensack
201-488-0041
CHEER workers visit once a week to do grocery shopping for isolated older persons. No fee, but donations are requested.
In-Home Services
Homewatch Caregivers Paramus
(973) 556-2546
Provides an array for in-home care services for older adults
County Directory of In-Home Services
Emergency Response Systems
Lifeline Device (general)
800-543-3546
These systems are administered through local hospitals.
Wellness Monitoring Lifeline
201-664-1000
Philips Lifeline
1-855-332-7799
Call for more information. This is a medical alert system with fall detection.
Medicare Assistance
Westwood Social Services
Kathy Elgert 201-664-7082, ext. 110 or [email protected]
Can help with applications for assistance
Medicaid
1-800-356-1561
Information and referral hotline for clients and providers.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Counseling
800-792-8820, Hackensack office: 201-336-7413
Access help by applying for money-saving benefits or comparing drug plans.
PAAD: Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled
1-800-792-9745
Senior Citizens who need pharmaceutical assistance can call this program, administered by the Division of Aging Services.
Hearing Aid Assistance
1-800-792-9745
Rebates on purchase of a hearing aid for individuals on PAAD
Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP) of Bergen County
201-634-2693
County led programs and initiatives that help promote wellness and health at all ages. Programs include fitness, chronic disease self management, wellness challenges, and more
Medicare Rights Center
National Helpline: 800-333-4114 or send inquiries to: [email protected]
Helps people with Medicare understand their rights and benefits, navigate the Medicare system, and secure the quality health care that they deserve.
Medicare Advantage Plans
A Listing of various Medicare Advantage Plans available to New Jersey seniors.
Medical and Disability
Portable Assisted Living Services (PALS) FOR WESTWOOD HOUSE RESIDENTS ONLY
Westwood House: 100 Madison Ave, Westwood
Amy Lifson at 201-497-8688, Ext 101.
This program operates out of the Community Outreach Offices at Westwood House. It offers building residents assisted living services including registered nursing care, administration of medications, coordination of health care services, assistance with personal care, transportation, and meal preparation.
The Jewish Home Family: Assisted Living
685 Westwood Ave, Rivervale
201-666-2370
Offer 24 hour nursing supervision, medication management, dementia care, respite care, restorative care, therapeutic activities, personal PA FM listening system for those with hearing impairments, social services, weekly personal shopping, and hospice care.
The Jewish Home Family at Rockleigh: Russ Berrie Home for Jewish Living
10 Link Dr, Rockleigh
201-784-1414
A state of the art kosher skilled nursing facility. Provides service to long term care residents suffering from dementia and those in need of respite, hospice, sub-acute care, as well as speech, physical/occupational, and outpatient rehabilitation
CareOne at Valley
300 Old Hook Rd, Westwood
201-664-8888
Provides sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term care. Services include skilled rehabilitation seven days a week, post-trauma care and other physician-directed clinical programs.
Brookdale Emerson
590 Old Hook Rd, Emerson
201-986-9009
Senior living community that provides Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care services for seniors.
Atrium Senior Living of Park Ridge
124 Noyes Dr, Park Ridge
201-782-0440
Offer independent lifestyle in a community setting, memory care, a transitional program, and respite care.
Sunrise of Paramus
567 Paramus Rd, Paramus
201-493-9889
Offers assisted living, short term stays, memory care, and coordination of hospice services.
The Bristal Assisted Living
364 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Woodcliff Lake
201-383-4790
Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
Bright Side Manor
300 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck.
201-692-1000.
Accept residents through the MLTSS (Managed Long Term Services and Supports Program (formerly the Assisted Living Medicaid Waiver Program), as well as residents who are able to pay privately.
Bergen County Health Care Center
Local Adult Day Services
Northern Valley Adult Day Health Center (Vantage Health Systems)
2 Park Ave, Dumont
201-385-4400 Ext. 3084
Available to individuals over the age of 55 to continue functioning independently in the therapeutic setting provided by the day health center. Their needs for these services are based on a medical diagnosis, which may include: a physical disability, memory impairment, isolation, loneliness, and a difficulty performing daily activities.
Bergen Family Center
44 Armory St, Englewood
Co-Supervisors, Holly Scipio or Maria Picinic at 201-568-0817 x129
Services available to any adult 60+ who lives in Bergen County
The Jewish Home: Gallen Day Center
10 Link Dr, Rockleigh
201-750-4238.
Services include nursing, recreation, social work, care management, transportation, meals, caregiver support, rehabilitation, and outpatient medicine. Enabling independence at home with access to the amenities of the Jewish Home. Open to people of all faiths.
Mental Health
262-HELP
201-262-4357
Provides mental health evaluations, crisis intervention counseling, and access to the most clinically appropriate intervention.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
Bergen Regional Medical Center
1-800-730-2762
Offers inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and addiction services. Long term care and respite care are available.
Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare Inc.
201-646-0195
This non-profit organization offers counseling, a support center, and rehabilitation.
Care Plus Inc
201-265-8200
Provides recovery-focused mental health care and substance abuse rehabilitation services.
Pascack Mental Health Center
201-391-1355
Offers counseling at home or on site.
Bergen Family Center
201-568-0817 or 201-342-9200
Provides individual, group, and family counseling.
Jewish Family and Children's Services of Northern New Jersey
Call: 201-837-9090 Email: [email protected]
Assists individuals who are coping with challenges and life transitions. JFS is a licensed mental health agency. All insurance accepted. For those without insurance coverage, JFS has a sliding fee scale.
Asian Women's Catholic Association: Family Counseling Center
201-862-1116
Provide culturally appropriate counseling services.
Vantage Health System
Dumont: 201-358-4400 Englewood: 201-567-0500
Offers a system of community based facilities and programs located in Bergen County. Vantage provides services to those with mental health issues, addiction, and eldercare challenges.
Bergen County Office of Alcohol & Drug Dependency
201-634-2740
Offers information and referrals for assessment, outpatient services, detoxification services, residential treatment, halfway house services, and self help groups.
Self Help
Jewish Family and Children's Services of Northern New Jersey
1485 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck
For all Group Assistance, Call: 201-837-9090 Email: [email protected].
Offer a variety of support groups. Call for information or visit the website for listing.
Asian Women's Christian Association: Family Counseling Center
9 Genesee Ave, Teaneck.
201-862-1116
Provide culturally appropriate counseling services.
The Jewish Home Family: Caregivers Support & Parkinson’s Support Group
10 Link Dr, Rockleigh.
201-784-1414.
The Jewish Home Family offers Caregivers’ and Parkinson's support groups on a monthly basis. Open to people of all faiths. Call for details.
Bergen Family Center
44 Armory St, Englewood or 10 Banta Pl, Hackensack.
201-568-0817 or 201-342-9200.
Provides group support.
Arthritis Foundation
1-888-467-3112.
Provides information, referrals, support groups, self-help classes, and specialized fitness programs.
NJ Self Help Group Clearinghouse
1-800-367-6274.
Provides a comprehensive listing of self-help and support groups throughout the state.
Northern Jersey Alcoholics Anonymous
12-step support program. Meetings held at various locations in Bergen County.
For information, call Pascack Valley Mental Health Center: 201-391-1355.
Heightened Independence and Progress (HIP) Peer Support Groups
131 Main St, Hackensack.
Contact Paula Walsh or Trisha Ebel [email protected] or [email protected].
Groups to address the needs of individuals with MS and to empower women.
Alzheimer's New Jersey
HelpLine: 888-280-6055.
This program examines caregiver stress and offers coping strategies to become a healthier caregiver. There is no fee for attending this program, but pre-registration is required.
Grief Support
Grief Recovery Outreach Program
121 Rea Ave, Hawthorne
201-873-6496
An action oriented group assisting individuals in recovering from the pain associated with their losses. This is a six week or twelve week program.
Bereavement Counseling
S 25th Salem St, 2nd Floor, Hackensack.
201-342-7766
Group counseling offered by Hackensack Community Nursing Services.
Jewish Family and Children's Services of Northern New Jersey: Healing after Heartache
1485 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck.
201-837-9090.
A support group for widows. Share with others who have experienced a recent loss. Gain support and strategies to enhance coping while navigating through this challenging time.
Pascack Mental Health Center
114 Kinderkamack Rd, Park Ridge.
201-391-1355.
A non-for-profit behavioral health organization that offers counseling or therapy at home or on site.