February/March 2020

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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Forum Will Offer In's and Out's Of Land-Use Decision Protocols

Age-Friendly Teaneck is excited to be partnering with the League of Women Voters of Teaneck on an important, educational citizens forum. " Local Planning and Zoning 101 " Wed. March 4, 2020 7:15 p.m. Teaneck Library Auditorium Free and open to all Developers understand how land-use decisions are made, but many residents find the process mystifying.

Township Adds Flashing Light to Pedestrian Crossing Near Municipal Complex With Help from AARP Grant

The walk to Teaneck's municipal complex has just gotten a little easier, thanks to a new pedestrian-triggered warning light at the intersection of Cedar Lane and Broad Street, one of several locations identified in a recent "walkability" study as a difficult place to safely navigate. Read More

Summer Intern Class of 2019 Summer Intern Class of 2018

We're Thrilled to Announce ... Age-Friendly Teaneck's 3rd Annual Geriatric Careers Exploration Internship We're already busy making plans for our Summer 2020 internship, which will be open to four Teaneck high school upperclassmen. We will have more elder-care providers partnering with us this summer to teach selected students about the many diverse and interesting careers in geriatrics. Click here for this year's application. Deadline to Apply: April 24th

New History Book Author to Lead March 31 Lecture on Notable Women of Teaneck. ...More Details to Come...

As Teaneck is celebrating its 125th birthday, women across America are celebrating 100 years of voting rights. On March 31, the author of a new book about the Township’s rich and diverse past will mark both milestones by sharing some history about prominent Teaneck women at an event being planned by the League of Women Voters of Teaneck. Author Jay Levin Signing Books for Local History Fans at Teaneck Library “Images of America: TEANECK, was written by local author Jay Levin and sponsored by the Teaneck Historical Society, in partnership with Teaneck Public Library Click Here To Learn More about the Teaneck Historical Society and How to Buy This New Book

More Local Events Marking Significant 2020 Milestones: 100th Anniversary of Women's Suffrage and Decennial Census

League of Women Voters of Teaneck Marks 100 Year of Suffrage at March 15 event at Teaneck Public Library

Network For Responsible Public Policy Holds March 19 Event on 2020 Census At FDU Hackensack Campus

Save the Date! Upcoming Teaneck Events For All Ages/Abilities

New Jersey Makers Events Teaneck Public Library Friday, March 22 Sunday. March 24 TOPS 5K Run/Walk/Ride Sunday, May 31 Sun., Jan 26 Discount for Registering Early

No Need to Struggle Alone on the Path to a Healthy Lifestyle Upcoming Events on Weight-Loss and Healthy Eating Might Help

Weight-Loss Challenge Kicks Off on March 18 7 to 8:30 p.m Marian Hall Holy Name Med. Center

Healthy Habits Class 10 am, Wed, March 18 BC Southwest Senior Ctr. 147 Hackensack St., East Rutherford

Eat Well Bergen Healthy Cooking Demo 12:30 pm, Wed, April 8 BC Northwest Senior Ctr. 50 Center St.,Midland Park

Help Available From Bergen County and State of New Jersey

HealthEASE Wellness Event A Day of Workshops on Brain Health Thursday, April 2 10 a.m. to 2 p.m Mahwah Senior Center 475 Corporation Drive

Need Break From Caregiving? Statewide Respite Care Program can offer help paying for temporary home care, adult day care or other options. For more info: call 201-336-6511

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