Who We Are
Who we are
Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County is a 501(c)3 charitable organization established in 1994 with a “Faith in Action” grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. For over three decades, we have worked to improve the quality of life and help meet the concerns and special needs of the homebound elderly and adults with disabilities in Mercer County, New Jersey.
Hundreds of caring volunteers, trained and managed by agency, provide caregiving support and wellness program that enables seniors and adults with disabilities to age safely in their homes and communities. All services and programs are offered free-of-charge without proselytization or regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, or income.
Our Mission
Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County is dedicated to promoting the independence, dignity, and wellness of homebound elderly and people with disabilities by matching them with supportive and caring volunteers who assist with the tasks of everyday life.
How We Serve
While volunteer caregivers freely offer their time and talent, there are many resources required to sustain this complex network of 360 caregivers who quietly and humbly serve some 420 care receivers.
Our case managers and program directors carefully assess and match volunteer and care receiver and monitor each case. Our caregivers often seek out service through their faith community, and our agency provides guidance and professional instruction that includes health and safety training. Further, volunteers receive ongoing support and education on topics including caregiving skills, stress management, elder abuse, working with adults with disabilities, food vulnerabilities, elder addiction, depression and even hoarding behaviors.
Services and programs provided by Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County are made possible through the generosity of our donors and partners, including individuals, foundations, corporations, government agencies, congregations, and community organizations and businesses.
Help Us to Reach Those in Need
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Projected Future Growth of Older Population
“The number of people 65 and older increased by 34%, from 43.1 million in 2012 to 57.8 million in 2022. They represented 17.3% of the population, more than 1 in every 6 Americans. "
This population is projected to reach 88.8 million in 2060. By 2040, about 78.3 million people will be 65 or older, more than twice as many as in 2000 (35 million).“
Based on 2023 Profile of Older Americans by Administration for Community Living (ACL)
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