Seniors and Caregivers Seeking Assistance Are Invited To Visit Their Neighborhood Library This October

The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites seniors and caregivers to the upcoming Aging Services Kiosk (ASK) events in October 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 October to provide support in Spanish.

"Our senior population is as vital to this community as they are to their families," said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. "That's why it's important to us to ensure they remain as safe, healthy, and joyful as possible. The ASK program addresses several challenges that seniors face, including food insecurity, transportation issues, respite care, language barriers - even loneliness. We encourage seniors and caregivers to attend an ASK event this month and take full advantage of the support that is available to them."

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 October:

Tuesday, October 7th
Westfield Memorial Library
550 East Broad Street, Westfield
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tuesday, October 14th
(Bilingual staff available)
Hillside Public Library
1409 Liberty Avenue, Hillside
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Wednesday, October 22nd
(Bilingual staff available)
Union Public Library
1980 Morris Avenue, Union
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Thursday, October 30th
Clark Public Library
303 Westfield Avenue, Clark
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

"Our Division on Aging has worked tirelessly to enhance the quality of life for our senior community through the ASK services and various other programs. More importantly, the bright individuals who run these programs are constantly seeking new ways to improve on the services offered, tailoring them to the specific needs of this community," said Union County Commissioner and Liaison to the Advisory Council on Aging, James Baker. "Visit Union County's Division on Aging website for more information on these useful services."

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.