The Homemaker program offers the arrangement, purchase, and ongoing case management of homemaker/home health services for elderly and/or disabled adults who require personal care in order to remain in their own homes.  The program is funded through the Bergen County Division of Senior Services and with Peer Group Initiative Funds.  This program is scheduled to cease operating in December of 2017.

 

Eligibility

 Eligibility depends on several factors such as income, household size, resources, etc.

Monthly income limits for the Homemaker program are stated below.  Income includes Social Security, Pension, earnings, dividends, interest payments, rental income, etc.

Single: $2,023     Couple: $2,743

Resource limits for the Homemaker program are below.  Resources include cash, checking and savings accounts, stock/bonds, etc.

Individual = $40,000   Couple = $60,000

How to Apply

To apply please contact Bergen County Senior Services/Aging and Disability Services at 201-336-7400 or Brianna Greenberg at 201-336-7414 for eligibility criteria and to be placed on the waiting list.