Services for elderly Jewish people in Washington, DC range from housing assistance and hospice care to senior advocacy and Passover meal preparation and delivery.
Services for Elderly Jewish People in Washington, DC

There are many agencies and organizations that provide services to senior citizens within the Jewish community of Washington DC. While some of the organizations providing services are specific to the Washington area, there are also many that provide services at the national and international levels.

The Jewish Social Service Agency
The Jewish Social Service Agency provides several different types of services for the elderly. Among their services are:

Premier Home Care
Transitions care
Coming of age program
Programs for senior citizens and their families with a focus on growth and learning, including topics such as You and Your Aging Parents and Newly Widowed Spouses
Evaluation, treatment, care coordination, and support for senior citizens
Survivor services and family support for victims of the Holocaust
Hospice care
The contact telephone number for the Jewish Social Service Agency is 301-816-2633.

B'nai B'rith International
An international organization, B'nai B'rith International provides various services for the senior Jewish community throughout the world. They provide advocacy and education in many areas that affect this age group of the population. Some areas of specialization of this organization include:

Alzheimer's disease
Stem cell research
Medicare Part D
Income protection
Aging in place
Health Care reform
Senior housing
The B'nai B'rith Project H.O.P.E. in the Washington, DC area collects, packages and distributes food packages to the elderly and poor Jewish members of the community during Passover. The food packages include special holiday foods and Passover staples.

The contact telephone number for B'nai B'rith International is 202-857-6600 in Washington DC or 888-388-4224 (toll-free).

The Washington District of Columbia Jewish Community Center
The Washington District of Columbia Jewish Community Center provides senior citizens with programs and services as part of their Behrend Adas Seniors Program. Seniors enjoy community and fellowship while taking part in:

Wellness classes
Day trips to cultural events
Judaic studies
Art classes
Lectures by guest speakers
Friday Shabbat celebrations with musical entertainment
Holiday celebrations
Kosher luncheons
The contact telephone number for The Washington District of Columbia Jewish Community Center is 202-518-9400.

The Jewish Council for the Aging
The Jewish Council for the Aging provides information to seniors concerning age-related issues and helps put them in contact with local resources. The organization offers the following programs:

Adult day care services at the Misler Center
A social club for those with early memory loss at the Kensington Club
Exercise classes
Senior Tech computer classes
Consulting services from the National Center for Productive Aging
Informational services from the Senior Helpline at Home Care Resource Center, The Senior Helpline Gold, and the Community Speakers Bureau
Transportation assistance with Connect -A-Ride, Smooth Riding and Elder Bus Rentals
The contact number for the Jewish Council for the Aging is 301-244-4200.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington provides support and community services to help elders in the Jewish community. Examples of services include:

Adult day programs for those with cognitive impairments or physical disabilities
Transportation assistance
Various programs on aging
Classes
Senior recreational activities
Senior lunch programs
Home-delivered kosher meals
Informational helpline
Referral helpline
Pre-hospice care
Hospice care
In-home support
Geriatric assessments
The telephone number for The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is 301-230-7200.

Additional Resources

The following Websites offer additional resources for senior services in DC:

Jewish Federations of North America
The Hebrew Home of Greater Washington DC
The Jewish Foundation for Group Homes
Charles E. Smith Life Communities
Jewish Information and Referral Service
Warmth and Companionship

The many services for elderly Jewish people in Washington, DC help seniors to maintain their dignity and independence. In addition to the help and assistance provided by the various services, the senior citizens receive warmth and caring companionship from within their community.0a517acbe20060f08cce09220bfd8129.js" "">