June 2018
Age-Friendly Teaneck News & Updates
As Teaneck works to create a more age-friendly environment for its residents, we'll keep you posted about new developments, important programs and events of interest
Teaneck Joins Global Alliance of Cities Aiming to be Age-Friendly
Teaneck is pledging a more age-friendly future, with the recent announcement it has joined a global alliance that works to improve the lives of older residents. The township is the first Bergen County community and only the third in New Jersey to become a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. Teaneck's entry into the network was celebrated at a June 14 reception attended by local officials and key supporters.
Elizabeth Davis, Executive Director of Geriatric Services, Inc. and Program Director of Age-Friendly Teaneck; Dean Kazinci, Deputy Township Manager; William Broughton, Teaneck Township Manager; Stephanie Hunsinger, State AARP Director; Mohammed Hameeduddin, Teaneck Mayor; Jacqueline Kates, Project Coordinator of Age-Friendly Teaneck
State AARP Director Stephanie Hunsinger commemorates Teaneck's membership
The AARP Livable Communities initiative works to educate and inspire for community needs
Teaneck Mayor Mohammed Hameeduddin commits to address older adult challenges
Come support these township fundraisers!
Teaching Young People About the Needs of the Old
Four Teaneck High School students are going to spend four weeks this summer learning about the different opportunities in the field of geriatrics.
Teaneck Getting Older
Teaneck’s empty-nest population grew sharply this millennium.
Nearly 4,700 households - or about 35 percent of the township’s total - have at least one person over age 65...
Age-Friendly Businesses Better for All
​ Age-Friendly Teaneck has developed a window decal for businesses to show support for the cause of making the township’s business districts more accommodating for people of all ages.
     That goal starts with...
Teaneck Farmer's Market is Back
Every Thursday in Summer Months
Check out this flyer for important details about how some eligible seniors can sign up for $25 vouchers for the Farmer's Market and where they can shop
Sun Safety in the Summer
Did you know? Unprotected skin can be damaged by the sun’s UV rays in as little as 15 minutes. Here are more tips and reminders by the CDC for Sun Safety and a Healthy Summer!

A great place to grow up and grow old!
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