Read below to learn about getting help from CVCJ, becoming a volunteer, or donating to support our mission.
FAQs about Caregiver Canines
Yes, all dogs have been trained and certified. They have all been screened by the Caregiver Canines® Manager and are insured.
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
Yes, the dogs are owned by their handlers and the handler will be present for the whole visit.
Visits are typically once a week for an hour but can vary depending on preferences.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
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In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
FAQs about Connection Thru Music
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
In order to be eligible for our program, an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving.
Our program is funded through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, private donations, and fundraisers. Funding to launch this program in Monmouth County in 2019 is provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast. All funds go towards volunteer training, background checks, volunteer insurance, and administrative costs. Because of the generosity of people like you, we are able to provide the families we assist without charge.
To make a tax-deductible donation, visit our donation page or send a check made out to CVCJ and mail to:
67 Rt. 37 West, Riverwood Plaza 2 – 2nd Floor,
Toms River, NJ 08755.
Our tax ID number is: 223197568.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
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In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
We have two locations, one in Toms River and one in Freehold.
Toms River, NJ
201 Hooper Avenue
First Floor, North Suite
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-505-2273
Fax: 732-505-9445
Freehold, NJ
61 Georgia Road, Rm 116
Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-876-3900
FAQs about Donating
Absolutely! Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey is a registered 501 (c) (3) non profit and in accordance with section 170 (f) (8) of the Internal Revenue Code, all gifts made to Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey will be tax deductible.
Our tax ID # is: 223197568.
There are may ways you can make a donation to help us help our community.
Click here to donate or make a check payable to Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey and mail it to:
Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey
201 Hooper Avenue
First Floor, North Suite
Toms River, NJ 08753
FAQs about Friendly Visits
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
In order to be eligible for our program, an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving.
Our program is funded through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, private donations, and fundraisers. Funding to launch this program in Monmouth County in 2019 is provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast. All funds go towards volunteer training, background checks, volunteer insurance, and administrative costs. Because of the generosity of people like you, we are able to provide the families we assist without charge.
To make a tax-deductible donation, visit our donation page or send a check made out to CVCJ and mail to:
67 Rt. 37 West, Riverwood Plaza 2 – 2nd Floor,
Toms River, NJ 08755.
Our tax ID number is: 223197568.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
|
In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
We have two locations, one in Toms River and one in Freehold.
Toms River, NJ
201 Hooper Avenue
First Floor, North Suite
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-505-2273
Fax: 732-505-9445
Freehold, NJ
61 Georgia Road, Rm 116
Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-876-3900
FAQs about Grocery Shopping
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
In order to be eligible for our program, an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving.
The volunteer will come and pick up your list and a check or cash and go shopping for you.
A volunteer will get your list over the phone and put your order in online. The groceries will be delivered to your home and payment will be collected.
There is no cost for the ordering service but there is a delivery charge from the store.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
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In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
We will shop at 1 grocery store every other week. We do not shop for personal assistants or home health aides.
We have two locations, one in Toms River and one in Freehold.
Toms River, NJ
201 Hooper Avenue
First Floor, North Suite
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-505-2273
Fax: 732-505-9445
Freehold, NJ
61 Georgia Road, Rm 116
Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-876-3900
FAQs about Medical Transportation
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
In order to be eligible for our program, an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving.
In order to qualify for our program an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving. We do not transport wheelchairs or large oxygen tanks. We do NOT transport to dialysis.
Our program is funded through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, private donations, and fundraisers. Funding to launch this program in Monmouth County in 2019 is provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast. All funds go towards volunteer training, background checks, volunteer insurance, and administrative costs. Because of the generosity of people like you, we are able to provide the families we assist without charge.
To make a tax-deductible donation, visit our donation page or send a check made out to CVCJ and mail to:
67 Rt. 37 West, Riverwood Plaza 2 – 2nd Floor,
Toms River, NJ 08755.
Our tax ID number is: 223197568.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
|
In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
We have two locations, one in Toms River and one in Freehold.
Toms River, NJ
201 Hooper Avenue
First Floor, North Suite
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-505-2273
Fax: 732-505-9445
Freehold, NJ
61 Georgia Road, Rm 116
Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-876-3900
FAQs about Multicultural Outreach
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
In order to be eligible for our program, an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving.
Our program is funded through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, private donations, and fundraisers. Funding to launch this program in Monmouth County in 2019 is provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast. All funds go towards volunteer training, background checks, volunteer insurance, and administrative costs. Because of the generosity of people like you, we are able to provide the families we assist without charge.
To make a tax-deductible donation, visit our donation page or send a check made out to CVCJ and mail to:
67 Rt. 37 West, Riverwood Plaza 2 – 2nd Floor,
Toms River, NJ 08755.
Our tax ID number is: 223197568.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
|
In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
We have two locations, one in Toms River and one in Freehold.
Toms River, NJ
201 Hooper Avenue
First Floor, North Suite
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-505-2273
Fax: 732-505-9445
Freehold, NJ
61 Georgia Road, Rm 116
Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-876-3900
FAQs About Our Services
In order to be eligible for our program, an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving.
We try to make registering for our free respite care as easy as possible! Just follow these steps:
Contact us and let us know you’re interested in respite care by calling 732.505.2273 or email info@caregivervolunteers.org
We will conduct a telephone screening to make sure the individual is appropriate for the program.
We will conduct a home visit to meet your family, discover what type of help is needed and determine which volunteer(s) will be a good match for your family.
An introductory meeting will then be scheduled with the volunteer and CVCJ staff member. At this time, you and the volunteer will determine the dates and times for subsequent visits.
Our ARCP volunteers are extraordinary and caring individuals who spend 2-3 hours each week with families to offer companionship for both the individual with AD and/or the family caregiver.
By providing emotional support and respite, the full time caregiver experiences relief from what can be overwhelming responsibility. The individual with AD looks forward to the visits with a new friend.
Our program is funded through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, private donations, and fundraisers. Funding to launch this program in Monmouth County in 2019 is provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast. All funds go towards volunteer training, background checks, volunteer insurance, and administrative costs. Because of the generosity of people like you, we are able to provide the families we assist without charge.
To make a tax-deductible donation, visit our donation page or send a check made out to CVCJ and mail to:
67 Rt. 37 West, Riverwood Plaza 2 – 2nd Floor,
Toms River, NJ 08755.
Our tax ID number is: 223197568.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
|
In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
We have two locations, one in Toms River and one in Freehold.
Toms River, NJ
201 Hooper Avenue
First Floor, North Suite
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-505-2273
Fax: 732-505-9445
Freehold, NJ
61 Georgia Road, Rm 116
Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-876-3900
FAQs about the Alzheimer's Respite Care Program
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
We try to make registering for our free respite care as easy as possible! Just follow these steps:
Contact us and let us know you’re interested in respite care by calling 732.505.2273 or email info@caregivervolunteers.org
We will conduct a telephone screening to make sure the individual is appropriate for the program.
We will conduct a home visit to meet your family, discover what type of help is needed and determine which volunteer(s) will be a good match for your family.
An introductory meeting will then be scheduled with the volunteer and CVCJ staff member. At this time, you and the volunteer will determine the dates and times for subsequent visits.
Our ARCP volunteers are extraordinary and caring individuals who spend 2-3 hours each week with families to offer companionship for both the individual with AD and/or the family caregiver.
By providing emotional support and respite, the full time caregiver experiences relief from what can be overwhelming responsibility. The individual with AD looks forward to the visits with a new friend.
Our program is funded through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, private donations, and fundraisers. Funding to launch this program in Monmouth County in 2019 is provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast. All funds go towards volunteer training, background checks, volunteer insurance, and administrative costs. Because of the generosity of people like you, we are able to provide the families we assist without charge.
To make a tax-deductible donation, visit our donation page or send a check made out to CVCJ and mail to:
67 Rt. 37 West, Riverwood Plaza 2 – 2nd Floor,
Toms River, NJ 08755.
Our tax ID number is: 223197568.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
|
In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
ARCP volunteers are specially trained and educated on the following topics:
- The different stages of the illness
- Typical behaviors and how to best deal with them
- The latest research
- The best way to support the family caregiver
- Available community resources
Volunteers are also invited to monthly meetings which include guest speakers. This education helps the volunteers provide the best experience for you and your loved one.
Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey Respite Care volunteers do not provide hands-on medical care, such as toileting, bathing or dispensing of medications. The companionship and support they provide along with a great link to outside resources is priceless.
FAQs about the Respite Care Program
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
In order to be eligible for our program, an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving.
We try to make registering for our free respite care as easy as possible! Just follow these steps:
Contact us and let us know you’re interested in respite care by calling 732.505.2273 or email info@caregivervolunteers.org
We will conduct a telephone screening to make sure the individual is appropriate for the program.
We will conduct a home visit to meet your family, discover what type of help is needed and determine which volunteer(s) will be a good match for your family.
An introductory meeting will then be scheduled with the volunteer and CVCJ staff member. At this time, you and the volunteer will determine the dates and times for subsequent visits.
Our program is funded through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, private donations, and fundraisers. Funding to launch this program in Monmouth County in 2019 is provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast. All funds go towards volunteer training, background checks, volunteer insurance, and administrative costs. Because of the generosity of people like you, we are able to provide the families we assist without charge.
To make a tax-deductible donation, visit our donation page or send a check made out to CVCJ and mail to:
67 Rt. 37 West, Riverwood Plaza 2 – 2nd Floor,
Toms River, NJ 08755.
Our tax ID number is: 223197568.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
|
In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
Our volunteers will sit with your loved one and talk, watch a movie, play cards or read them a book. They try to engage our clients in activities they enjoy.
Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey Respite Care volunteers do not provide hands-on medical care, such as toileting, bathing or dispensing of medications. The companionship and support they provide along with a great link to outside resources is priceless.
FAQs about Veteran to Veteran
We’ve gathered a list of resources beneficial to those with disabilities, seniors, and caregivers located in Monmouth and Ocean County. You can view them at this link: https://caregivervolunteers.org/community-resources/
In order to be eligible for our program, an applicant must be over the age of 60 and no longer driving.
Our program is funded through the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, private donations, and fundraisers. Funding to launch this program in Monmouth County in 2019 is provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast. All funds go towards volunteer training, background checks, volunteer insurance, and administrative costs. Because of the generosity of people like you, we are able to provide the families we assist without charge.
To make a tax-deductible donation, visit our donation page or send a check made out to CVCJ and mail to:
67 Rt. 37 West, Riverwood Plaza 2 – 2nd Floor,
Toms River, NJ 08755.
Our tax ID number is: 223197568.
In Ocean CountyBay Head, 08742
|
In Monmouth CountyAllentown, 08501 |
We have two locations, one in Toms River and one in Freehold.
Toms River, NJ
201 Hooper Avenue
First Floor, North Suite
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-505-2273
Fax: 732-505-9445
Freehold, NJ
61 Georgia Road, Rm 116
Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-876-3900
FAQs about Volunteering
It’s so easy! Just follow these two steps:
- Select one date from the Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey Volunteer Orientation Schedule and notify our office by calling 732.505.2273 or email info@caregivervolunteers.org when you plan to attend. We will confirm the date and time with you.
- At the session, you will learn about our organization, review each service, learn what to expect and what we expect of our volunteers. You will also select how and when you wish to volunteer.
Our special volunteers are your friends and neighbors who are motivated because they are:
- Compassionate people who share a responsibility for others.
- People with a genuine concern for seniors, veterans, and caregivers.
- Trained men, women, young adults and youth who can give non-medical support to the homebound.
- Neighbors helping neighbors.