If your aging loved one has recently gone through a difficult transition such as an illness, injury, loss of a spouse, memory impairment, arthritis or other physical limitations, or a recent move to the Columbus area, s/he may not be managing as well as before. Knowing where to start can be an overwhelming task. Our professional staff is available to provide a free consultation, in person or over the phone.

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A social worker will visit with you and your aging loved one for a thorough, holistic needs assessment, which will focus on your loved one’s areas of strength, as well as their ability to care for themselves physically, socially, financially and psychologically. As a team, we will devise a plan to ensure that your aging loved one is able to live independently with dignity and safety. The assessment is provided in the client’s home whether s/he lives in a private residence, senior apartments or a skilled nursing facility.

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Our Case Managers can attend Care Team meetings at a residential setting and monitor for safety within the home. They are skilled in providing assistance in locating appropriate resources and coordinating services. Case Managers are also able to assist in determining whether your loved one is able to continue to live independently or might need alternative senior housing options.

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As a community based service, Jewish Family Services prides itself in giving its consumers choices. Our professional team will investigate local resources to assist you in coordinating the appropriate care for your aging loved one. By allowing our team to do the research, you have more time, peace of mind and options to care.

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A trip to the doctor, the dentist or the hospital can be an intimidating experience. Sometimes it helps to have someone along for moral support, transportation, and to help navigate the healthcare system. Our Case Managers can accompany your loved one to medical appointments, take notes, ask questions and act as an advocate on your behalf.

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Jewish Family Services can help to assist with day to day tasks, like bill paying, de-cluttering, home organization, scheduling appointments, completing applications, managing paperwork and much more. Our staff will provide assistance in many different ways and will work to fit the individual needs of each client.

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Jewish Family Services’ Handyman is available to assist older adults with light household chores and minor repairs such as: changing ceiling fan light bulbs, replacing door knobs, changing furnace and air conditioning filters, installing smoke alarms and batteries. Services are available by appointment only.

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Jewish Family Services staff provides assistance with essential errands like grocery shopping. Older adults can request to have a member of our team accompany them to the grocery store, beauty appointments, leisure activities, community wide events, trips to the pharmacy, post office and bank.

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