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I get really tired of the knee-jerk reactions of special interest groups against any new idea. But such is the state of our system of democracy today. What we need are solutions to problems that such organizations can accommodate — they need to give a little.
TRENTON – It’s been three years since the New Jersey Division of Rate Counsel first asked the Board of Public Utilities to open a rate case to investigate the earnings of Jersey Central Power & Light.
While invaluable in a myriad of ways in terms of dollars and sense, the value to our society from the hours of support being provided by family caregivers would equal $13 billion a year. However, caring for an older family member can create a financial strain for many families who often spend thousands in out-of-pocket-dollars while being caregivers. Thus, with the expected increase in our aging population, it is time to recognize the value of family caregivers and provide a little help.
When older adults need support from loved ones to get through their recovery period at home after checking out of a hospital, who assumes the burden of “caregiving”? The answer is usually women, who are already juggling with the demands of being competent at work, be responsible as wives, mothers and daughters. On behalf of these women, spending on average, 20 hours per week in this unpaid role of family caregiving,
AARP Commends Governor Christie, Speaker Prieto, Senator Vitale & NJ legislative leadership for supporting family caregivers NJ is second state in the nation to enact law
On Saturday July 19 th, over 100 caregivers and those that care for THEM wore stickers in either English or Spanish (or both!) proudly claiming “I LOVE CAREGIVERS!” These attendees gathered at the Raritan Bay YMCA in Perth Amboy, New Jersey to attend the first event of AARP New Jersey’s Caring for Caregivers series. The purpose of these events is to empower caregivers through a network of organizations and by sharing their stories with other caregivers facing similar challenges.
Statement from AARP New Jersey State President Dave Mollen
***Achieves 62% Reduction in Cost of Infrastructure Upgrades as part of Energy Strong Program***
...Urges Board to Construct a Program that Delivers Results, is Cost Effective and Protects Consumers
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