Age-Friendly Teaneck COVID-19 ResourcesAge-Friendly Teaneck has compiled a resource list to help residents cope with impact of COVID-19 outbreak. The top section is newly updated with all current vaccine information.
(Last updated 2/5/2021) *** Updated VACCINE INFORMATION The Richard Rodda Center Vaccine Site. Administered by Holy Name Medical Center, in partnership with Township Appointments are required, and a new on-line vaccination portal went live on Feb. 5 and will remain open so everyone who meets the Phase 1A eligibility criteria can complete their registration completely and accurately at their own pace.The new link is: https://vaccine.holyname.org/COVID19VAC To make an appointment you must provide name, address, cell, and email address and other details, including whether you will be available in 3-4 weeks for the second dose. You will then receive a confirmation code, which must be brought to your appointment along with health insurance card and drivers license or state ID. Holy Name officials advise that some have encountered minor issues during the registration process in using the text (SMS messaging) system to receive a verification code. The hospital advises registrants to rely on e-mail as their primary source of registration verification, rather than a text. For anyone who does not receive a verification code via text or e-mail after completing your registration, Holy Name advises registrants to go back to the beginning of the process and enroll again. For anyone who receives an "incomplete form" notification, go back and check that all required fields have a response. After registration is completed, those who sign up will be placed into a queue. As Holy Name receives vaccine, hospital staff will send scheduling links via email and text to those in the completed registration queue. Each registered individual will receive a unique code that is not transferable and can be used only once within 24 hours of receipt. This code will enable the recipient to select the date and time slot most convenient for their schedule. Any Teaneck senior citizen who does not have access to a computer or Internet can call 201-837-4840 for help getting registered. An operator, during normal business hours, will take your information and forward it to Holy Name Medical Center. Be prepared to provide your full name, date of birth, Teaneck address, phone number, and email address. The State of New Jersey COVID-19 VACCINE REGISTRATION CALL CENTER Hotline Number: 855-568-0545 Representatives can answer your questions about COVID-19 and register you to be vaccinated. Provided in English and Spanish from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days per week. New Jersey COVID Vaccine Campaign INFO New Jersey will roll out COVID-19 vaccines in a phased approach to all adults who live, work, or are being educated in the State. Within six months, New Jersey aims to vaccinate 70 percent of the adult population. To pre-register for the vaccine: https://covidvaccine.nj.gov To learn more about the State Vaccination Program: https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/vaccine To sign up for VaxMatters newsletter: https://www.state.nj.us/health/cd/topics/vmsignup.shtml Who is Eligible for Vaccinations at the Present Time? Healthcare Personnel Long-Term Care Residents and Personnel First Responders Individuals who are 65+ Individuals who are 16-64 with one of the following health conditions:
Information About the Second Dose Everyone should receive two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in order to have maximum protection against the virus. It is recommended that individuals get their second dose as close to the recommended date as possible (for Pfizer, 21 days after first dose; for Moderna, 28 days after first dose).
Other Bergen County Vaccine Sites
Need a way to get to vaccine site? Rutgers University's New Jersey Travel Independence Program (NJTIP) has prepared an online resource list to help people use public transportation to reach vaccination locations. The list can be found at this link: http://vtc.rutgers.edu/transit-to-vaccine-sites/ The mission of NJTIP @ Rutgers is to increase the independence and self-sufficiency of people with disabilities, older adults and others by empowering them to use the public transit system safely and independently. As New Jersey increases the pace of vaccinations and adds more vaccination sites, NJ TIP will update its list of travel tips about every two weeks General Vaccine Information
GENERAL COVID 19 PANDEMIC INFORMATION State of New Jersey Resources Web: https://covid19.nj.gov Telephone: Call (General COVID-19 Questions): 2-1-1 (7a-11p) Call (Clinical Questions): 1-800-962-1253 (24/7) Text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive alerts Click here to learn about the state's reopening phases Bergen County/Regional Resources Web: https://www.co.bergen.nj.us/health-promotion/2019-novel-corona-virus Telephone: Bergen Co. Dept. of Health: (201) 225-7000/After hours: (201) 785-8505 Bergen Co. Div. of Senior Services Senior HelpLine: 201-336-7400 SHIP (Medicare counseling): 201-336-7413 Email: seniors@co.bergen.nj.org Bergen County Board of Social Services COVID-19 Testing/Telemedicine Information Free testing is available to all New Jerseyans, even those without insurance, and everyone, even if asymptomatic, is encouraged to seek testing. Click here to find a testing location near you. Click here to learn about different types of tests. It's important to get tested if:
Telemedicine Information Bergen New Bridge Medical Center has expanded its Telehealth Service to screen patients for COVID-19. Consultations with an Infectious Disease physician are available if necessary. Call 201-204-0712 for this service, which has Telemedicine911 protocols in which providers can remotely activate 911 for acutely ill patient in an emergency. Advice on Telemedicine Visits Info about expanded telehealth coverage under NJ Medicaid Teaneck Resources and Information Municipal Government Web: www.teanecknj.gov Main Phone Number: 201-837-1600 Teaneck Department of Health and Human Services Health Officer: 201-837-1600 ext. 1500 Email: Health Officer Division of Social Services Call: 201-837-1600 ext. 7164 Email: social_svcs@teanecknj.gov Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This department can assist residents who may be dealing with social, emotional, physical and mental health issues and crises and also direct/refer residents to Social Services resources available, depending on their individual circumstance and need. Teaneck Division of Social Services may also provide financial service through the Public Assistance Trust Fund for those individuals or families who are eligible. Fire Department Check-Up Program 7-day-a-week morning call service designed for people with health concerns who live alone and have no one to look in on them on a regular basis. Township Staff Phone Directory Sign-Up for Township Alerts Teaneck Public Library The library building is currently open for contactless doorside pickup of reserved materials during designated hours. Call/text: 201-817-9780 Email: teancirc@bccls.org; reference@teaneck.bccls.org; youth@teaneck.bccls.org Those with active library card have free access to
Special Teaneck COVID19 Research Project Teaneck Public Library, in partnership with Teaneck Historical Society and Age-Friendly Teaneck, will conduct a critically important project to document Teaneck experiences during this global health crisis. Residents of all ages are encouraged to share their experiences. Details can be found at https://teanecklibrary.org/documenting-covid19/ Library Telephone Check-in Program Teaneck Creek Conservancy Restoration Project underway, only Fycke Lane entrance open Food Assistance and Grocery Shopping Help Teaneck Helping Hands Food Pantry, The Janice Preschel Project: assistance to Teaneck residents For other food pantry locations or SNAP assistance, the Community Food Bank of New Jersey offers this search engine: https://cfbnj.org/findfood/ JFCS Corner Market Assistance Program For volunteer grocery and pharmacy delivery assistance: https://www.askumbrella.com/coronavirus or 844-402-2480 Click to download a List of grocery stores with special hours or other designated services for older adults Click to download a List of pharmacies offering delivery services Special COVID-19 Financial or Other Help 6 Psychological Tricks Used by COVID-19 Scammers Renters' Rights Eligibility for State Housing Assistance FTC Advice on Payday Loans/Car title Loans FTC Advice on Safe Video-Conferencing Techniques NJ Department of Labor info on worker protections/benefits FTC Info on Coronavirus Scams NJ COVID-19 Jobs/Hiring Portal State/Federal Economic Assistance Information IRS and Coronavirus Stimulus/Relief Payments Social Security FAQs Medicare/Medicaid NJ Division of Taxation NJ Unemployment Social Services/Mental Health Providers Jewish Family & Children's Services of Northern New Jersey Call: 201-837-9090 Email: info@jfcsnnj.org Providing online/telephone counseling services, senior services, kosher meal delivery, as well as two food pantries, for people of all backgrounds. Emotional Support NJ Hotline Anyone seeking emotional support, dealing with anxiety, depression, etc: 1-877-294-4357 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week COVID-19 Mental Health Hotline: 866-202-HELP (4357) or help@njmentalhealthcares.org Guidance from Centers for Disease Control Updated Symptom Guidance Wearing Cloth Facial Coverings If You Are Sick If You Are Higher Risk Preventing Household Spread Aging/Caregiver Resources Bergen County Caregiver Support Group Contact Marlene Ceragno at mceragno@jccotp.org or 201.569.7900 ext. 439 for information on Caregiver Support Group, new daily Caregiver Check-In meetings, and Caregiver Training course, all conducted online. CaregiverSOS.org Offering caregiving coaching, teleconnection, stress-busting tips and other resources Telephone: 1-866-390-6491 Email: caregiversos@wellmed.net FamilyCaregiverAlliance Articles on Readying Your Home AARP Alzheimer's New Jersey Find Support Groups National Institutes on Aging You Tube Channel Things You Can Do to Help -Donate Blood. Click here for location or contact the Red Cross -If you have recovered from COVID-19, Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City is seeking donations of plasma from people who have developed antibodies from the disease to be used to treat those still suffering from it. -Looking for Volunteer Opportunities? Email bcvolunteer@co.bergen.nj.us or call 201-336-6006. But read this guide to make sure you understand how to be safe while volunteering. -Consider updating/creating advance care plan. Age-Friendly Teaneck member/author Ellen Rand explains why it's important -Support Holy Name Medical Center: https://www.holyname.org/help/ REACH OUT TO AN OLDER ADULT RELATIVE, FRIEND, OR NEIGHBOR TO SEE IF THEY NEED HELP. STAY CONNECTED! Things to Do While Staying Home Tip Sheet on How to Engage Virtually HHS Advice on Managing Social Isolation Exercise Your Heart and Lungs: Tips that work for small living spaces Streaming of Old Movies By Library of Congress How/Where to Find Streaming of Broadway Musicals On-Line Museum Visits: MCN has compiled list of free digital resources Free On-Line Ivy League Classes: Links to hundreds of online classes Free Museum Coloring Books: For adults or children; Free Streams of the Metropolitan Opera: 7:30pm show times; Explore U.S. National Parks: Virtual reality tours 
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