February 2023 News & Updates

February 2023

Age-Friendly Teaneck News & Updates

As Teaneck works to create a more age-friendly environment for residents, we'll keep you posted about new developments programs and events.

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Feb 28 Deadline for Renters & Homeowners to File for Tax Relief

As this deadline for the new tax relief program nears, NJ Division of Taxation staff will be on hand at free community events to help homeowners and renters participate in the Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters (ANCHOR) program, including one upcoming event in Teaneck

Wednesday, Feb 15

1:00 to 3:00 pm

Arbor Terrace

600 Frank W. Burr Blvd.

Representatives can help determine eligibility, answer application questions and check the status of filed applications. For other locations, click here

More info: Visit: nj.gov/treasury/taxation/anchor

ANCHOR Hotline: 1-888-238-1233, press 4

How Financially Secure is Your Future?

Upcoming Presentation and YouTube Page Offer Practical Advice

Secure Futures for Senior Women to host workshop on financial preparedness, featuring an expert from PNC Bank.

Tuesday, Feb 28 at 3:00 pm

Bergen Family Center at SESCIL

228 Grand Avenue, Englewood

Click flyer on right for details.

Haven't made it to other SFSW workshops? Click here to be directed to the program's YouTube channel of previous program recordings

The program is a supplement to Senior Checks, a volunteer-supported program offering free money-management assistance to older Bergen residents. More information on both of these programs can be found on thebrightsidefamily.org

Tax Filing Season is Upon Us - Free Assistance is Available

Bergen Volunteers, a Paramus-based non-profit, offers free tax preparation services through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for income-eligible residents and seniors in Bergen County

Questions? Call 201-489-9454 x206

Searching for Affordable Housing Options? Sign up for Alerts

Finding and securing affordable housing can be a frustrating exercise. The Bergen County Division of Senior Services has a monthly Housing Navigator newsletter that may help ease the process.

Click here to sign up for it

Age-Friendly Teaneck wants to help, too. We have a contact list for Teaneck residents wishing to be notified when applications are available for the new 40-unit affordable senior building at 1425 Teaneck Road. We'll also send alerts about future housing information events. To be added to this list, please email us at info@agefriendlyteaneck.org

Mark Your Calendar: State Leaders Want to Hear From You!

Listening Sessions on Making NJ a Better Place for All Ages

The New Jersey Age-Friendly Advisory Council and the Department of Human Services are holding two virtual listening sessions to hear from older residents and their caregivers on ways to make NJ more age-friendly.

Tuesday, March 14

10:00 am to noon

Tuesday, March 21

5:00 to 7:00 pm

Click here to register to testify.

To provide written testimony, email DoAS.AgeFriendlyNJ@dhs.nj.gov

Questions? Call 800-792-8820

Teaneck is Not Alone, Lots of Age-Friendly Work in NJ

In addition to the state's Age-Friendly Advisory Council, our community initiative is part of a regional alliance known as Age-Friendly North Jersey

Click image on the left to view a video of the wide-ranging programs and activities that occurred in 2022

Take Time To Focus On Your Cardiovascular Health

February is not only a time to celebrate love on Valentine's Day but a chance to listen and take care of your heart. There are things you can do today to take charge of your heart health and lower your risk of heart attack and stroke.

Click here for a CDC article on Preventing and Managing High Blood Pressure

And take their quiz to brush up on your basics: Blood Pressure 101

Looking for Ways to Commemorate Black History Month?

These informative presentations, sponsored by The Martin Luther King, Jr., Birthday Committee

and Teaneck Public Library will be held on the following Thursday nights at the Teaneck Library Auditorium, 840 Teaneck Road

Thur, Feb. 16, 7 pm: ARCHAEOLOGICAL FINDINGS at Dunkerhook:

A presentation on the research of historic African American Community in Paramus. Archaeological deposits contain thousands of artifacts that help to describe the everyday lives and activities of the Bennett household, who lived in the community from its founding in the 1830s until the 1910s.

Thur, Feb. 23, 2023, 7 pm: HEALTH and NUTRITION

Presenter: Marie Trice Jenkins, Consultant for Marble Jam Foundation, Fitness Instructor and Nutritionist specializing in the needs of Autistic and other neurodiverse community members.

Need to Plan for Shoveling if Snow Actually Falls this Winter?

The Teaneck High School FORUM offers snow removal assistance for Teaneck residents during the winter months. For a set fee per visit, a homeowner can be matched with a student who will clear the walkway, steps, and driveway. Those interested must register in advance by calling the FORUM at 201-833-5400

Looking for Help? Reach out to Teaneck's Social Worker

On Wednesdays, he is located on the Upper Level of the Rodda Center in the Medical Outreach offices of the Senior Center for easier accessibility.

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Check out the alliance's blog about age-friendly issues in NJ

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