Older adults value living in their homes in familiar and comfortable settings. However, this living situation, known as aging in place, sometimes limits connections to the local neighborhood and broader community. To keep seniors connected and promote well-being, four local nonprofit agencies including JSSA have collaborated to create Coming of Age in Maryland (COA in MD), and Coming of Age in Northern Virginia (COA in NoVA), a program that brings together recreation and professional services in a unique way.
Older adults living in their homes in Montgomery County are invited to join Coming of Age in Maryland at no charge. Benefits include:
- Fun recreation and educational events at local restaurants, theaters, the JCC and Leisure World
- Personal assistance by a therapist to connect to mental health therapy, support groups and other individual needs
- Transportation to Coming of Age in Maryland events from selected pick-up points
- Home health services such as home aides and 24-hour emergency alert services
- Limited financial assistance may be available for those with low incomes who qualify
Registration for activities is open to seniors of all faiths and ethnicities living in Montgomery County who enroll at no charge in COA in MD. For enrollment in the program and to register for each individual activity, call 301-348-3832 or visit www.jccgw.org.
July 2010 COA Maryland 2010 Activities:
Wednesday, July 21:
“Food ‘n Fun” Lunch at the Broadway Diner, followed by “The Price is Right!”
After lunch, we'll play a fun game of “The Price Is Right.” As usual, you can win prizes, so “come on down!” RSVP by 7/14 (limited seating, reserve now).
Location/Time: 895 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852; begins at 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 lunch and games, $5 transportation from selected sites to be announced.
Please note: Registration for activities is open to seniors of all faiths and ethnicities living in Montgomery County who enroll at no charge in COA in Maryland.
For enrollment in the program and to register for each individual activity, call 301-348-3832, send us an email inquiry or visit www.jccgw.org. Leisure World residents should contact the E & R office for more information.
COA in Maryland is a partnership of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington (JCCGW), JSSA (Jewish Social Service Agency), Premier Homecare, and the Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA). Funding is provided by the State of Maryland, the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, and the United Jewish Endowment Fund through June 2011.
Coming of Age in Northern Virginia
COA Northern Virginia is a partnership of four Jewish community organizations: JConnect, formerly known as the Jewish Information and Referral Service (JIRS), the Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA), JSSA (Jewish Social Service Agency), and the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (JCCNV). Funding is provided by the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, the United Jewish Endowment Fund, and the federal government’s Administration on Aging.
Fall 2010 COA in NoVA Activities:
4th Annual Positive Aging Fair
Keynote Speaker: Arch Campbell, film critic, ABC Channel 7
This fair welcomes Northern Virginians of all faiths in their 50s and older to learn about options for healthy, meaningful and active retirement.
Date: Thursday, October 21, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia
8900 Little River Turnpike
Fairfax, VA 22031
The 4th Annual Positive Aging Fair will feature a variety of creative and stimulating workshops, exhibit and information booths, a raffle and door prizes.
Expected attendance: 200-300 people, from among the energetic, well-educated seniors throughout Northern Virginia who like to try new experiences
For more information, contact Tala LaManna at 703-896-7904.
Corporate Sponsors: Fratkin Broussard Team at MorganStanley SmithBarney; Kaiser Permanente of the Mid-Atlantic States; Llewellyn Realtors; Needham, Mitnick and Pollack, PLC; and NutureCare
Other services our clients have found helpful:
Coming of Age Program 
