Home health care Morristown, NJ
When looking for in home health care Morristown NJ, there are many options. We know it can be hard to sort out what fits your needs. At Assisting Hands we want to make your search for in home care for your loved ones as easy as possible. To help you, we’ve created a comprehensive list of useful resources for senior care, assistance, and some just for fun activities to take in the beautiful city of Morristown.
Are there legal requirements for home care providers in Morristown?
Yes, but they apply to all of NJ as they are state laws. In short, a home care provider must be licensed, bonded, and insured to operate legally in NJ. There are also procedural rules such as visits conducted by a registered nurse to perform an evaluation and subsequent follow ups.
Special Events!
Event encourages people to explore the Morristown Downtown area while shopping and dining. There is live music by local musicians, food, art displayed by local artists and more. These limited time events run on June 30, July 28, August 25.
Businesses serving seniors
There are businesses in Morristown that open their doors to the entire community, but especially to those who need particular assistance like seniors. We have listed some companies you may find helpful as you seek care for your loved ones.
Morristown Meals on Wheels
PO Box 1706, Morristown NJ 07960
973-532-2706
This chapter of Meals on Wheels has been providing home delivered meals to the residents of Morristown since 1973. This gives homebound individuals a chance to have nutritious meals daily.
Community Soup Kitchen and Outreach Center
36 South Street, Morristown NJ
973-267-0709
The Community Soup Kitchen and Outreach Center keeps its doors open to all residents in need. They provide both food and basic necessities like toiletry items through the love of the great volunteers of Morristown.
White’s Pharmacy
60 South Street, Morristown NJ 07960
973-538-1023
White’s Pharmacy is conveniently located in the heart of Morristown. It provides many pharmacy services including flu shots and vaccinations and also provides free local delivery for long term care.
Morris County Human Services
PO Box 900. Morristown NJ 07963
800-564-4656
Keeping seniors safe is of the utmost importance to us. Morris County Human Services has quite a few different programs for senior care. One particularly fine feature is Project Lifesaver. The program makes available a compact wristband as a GPS to track family members in case someone is reported missing.
Municipal Senior and Social programs
The Morristown Senior Center
200 South Street, Morristown NJ, 07960
973-292-6690
The Senior Center of Morristown is the hub for senior services. It is the host of the Sixty Plus Club that meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month. It provides exercise classes and game nights. It also assists seniors with essentials like shopping for groceries. A convenient schedule for grocery pick up and drop off is available on the Senior Center’s page here.
AARP Defensive Driving Course
Driving is a right that no one wants to lose, let alone for something that cannot be controlled like aging. Morristown Medical Center provides an opportunity via AARP to give seniors control of their long distance mobility.
Bus Service
The Colonial Coach gives residents of Morristown access to free bus service along a designated route. The service route takes you by the Senior Center. For up to date information about daily service, call 973-267-2733. For further information, call 973-292-6670.
Nutrition Program
Morristown residents have access to nutritional programs that allow seniors the opportunity to make healthy food choices. Some qualified seniors can get a credit towards healthy food selections.
Day Trips
Seniors in Morristown are provided the opportunity to take unique day trips to fun and appropriate locations.
Senior Activities in and around Morristown, NJ
While Assisting Hands is an in home care agency we understand the needs of Morristown seniors goes beyond just being cared for. We are often asked for ideas that seniors may participate in, events and other such activities that seniors may find fun.
Morristown Craftmarket – National Guard Armory
Western Avenue, Morristown NJ
973-631-6277
This art fair is hosted by the National Guard Armory and is made possible with the partnership of the Arts Council of the Morris Area. Each unique creation shows the passion of the artist behind it. There are painted pieces, dresses, jewelry and more.
National Association of Adult Day Services – NADSA NJ
The National Adult Day Services Association – NADSA is the leading voice of the rapidly growing adult day service (ADS) industry. They offer their members advocacy, education, technical assistance, research and communication services. They are in the process of adding a searchable database.
Mayo Performing Arts Center
100 South Street, Morristown NJ 07960
973-539-8008
MPAC is one of New Jersey’s premiere performance centers. With a full variety of performance styles, there is a great show waiting for everyone.
Acorn Hall
68 Morris Avenue, Morristown NJ 07960
973-267-3465
It is the home of the Morris County Historical Society and displays the Victorian collections. It seeks to enhance the collection and preserve the artifacts of that time, especially those of the Schermerhorn and Crane-Hone families.
Macculloch Hall Historical Museum
45 Macculloch Avenue, Morristown NJ 07960
973-538-2404 ex.15 (for tours)
This museum participates in the North American Reciprocal Museum Association which allows its members to attend other participating museums for free. It is a period house with rotating exhibits indoors and in the gardens. It has the nation’s largest collection of work from Thomas Nast, political cartoonist.
Morristown and Morris Township Public Library
The Morristown Public Library makes a valiant effort to cater to the entire community. While encouraging children to read, they simultaneously hold events and classes that are geared towards adults and seniors.
Morris Farmer’s Market LLC
30 Lafayette Ave, Morristown NJ 07960 (Spring St. & Morris St.)
973-455-1133
Enjoy a variety of fresh, local produce, wine selections, smoked meats, straight from the oven breads and more. Some vendors except WIC and other forms of financial assistance programs. The Morris Farmer’s Market is open on Sundays from June 21 through November 22.
Morristown Parks & Recreation
Morristown has thirteen beautiful parks maintained by the Morristown Recreation Division. One of the most famous summertime attractions is the Burnham Park Pool that was recently renovated and has new guidelines to keep everyone safe and happy. To view the list of parks, click here. Throughout the year, Morristown Recreation Division sponsors activities for the whole family, both indoors and outdoors.
Religious Institutions in Morristown
Religious institutions are often a great place for senior friendly activities. Participating in community events is a great way to get out, and meet old and new friends. Below is a list of religious institutions in and around Morristown.
Christian Faith
St Peter’s Episcopal Church
70 Maple Ave, Morristown NJ
(973) 538-0555
The Church offers a potluck dinner for newcomers every Monday evening. The Lay Eurcharistic Ministers will visit homebound or hospitalized members of the Church to include them in prayer. Worship times are here.
Assumption Church
91 Maple Ave, Morristown NJ
(973) 539-2141
The Assumption Church has a beautiful legacy that guides its historical faith into the modern community. Hours of worship can be found here.
Church of the Redeemer
36 South Street, Morristown NJ
(973) 539-0703
“Celebrating love. Doing justice.” The Church hosts a wide assortment of classes and meetings geared towards acceptance and community building. For their hours of worship, click here.
The Presbyterian Church in Morristown
65 South Street, Morristown NJ
(973) 538-1776
This Church provides activities to strengthen body, mind, and faith. There are music programs, exercise, films and discussion, and members of the Church meet for potluck gatherings. The calendar of events can be found here.
Calvary Baptist Church
10 Martin Luther King Ave, Morristown NJ
(973) 267-0136
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.”
They host events and gatherings at local sites. Their programs cover a full spectrum of information from language learning classes to the arts, all tied into closeness to faith. Find a full event schedule here.
Jewish Faith
Morristown Jewish Center
177 Speedwell Ave
Morristown NJ 07690
The Morristown Jewish Center is an egalitarian congregation with many inclusive programs over the weekends for the Sabbath and events throughout the year. They have the Shalom Club, a senior’s group that hosts trips, speakers, and luncheons every Tuesday. Click here for a calendar of events and Shabbat services.
Temple B’nai Or
60 Overlook Rd
Morristown NJ
This Reform Jewish Synagogue has activities and prayer groups inclusive of every level of spirituality. They have an active membership in their men’s, women’s and youth groups and are welcoming of volunteers who help the Synagogue connect to its community. For the Shabbat services schedule, click here.
Congregation Ahavath Yisrael
9 Cutler St,
Morristown NJ
The congregation is accommodating to its members and to its visitors. They have close ties to the community so that they can provide housing and even best hotel recommendations for the Sabbath for those visiting Morristown. They have events throughout the year to continue building those ties. Minyan schedule can be found here.