Philosophy – Care Network

Philosophy – Care Network

 

Social Services

One of our strengths as a Federation is our commitment to building long term relationships. Because we already know and work with the adults in our community, we are there to ensure that they stay connected, active, independent, and healthy. We understand that as people age they may need additional supports in order to keep as much independence as possible.   Through our social services team, we deliver kosher meals, make in-home visits, offer consultations about medication management and Medicare, provide one-time or ongoing van service, and accompany people to medical appointments or emergency treatment. For many in our community without local family, the Federation fills that role.

All new clients must have an assessment by our Social Services Director, Lorri Lipski. For information, questions and/or assessment, please contact Lorri at 423-493-0270 x16 or [email protected].

Care Network Services

“I am amazed by the scope of services offered by the Chattanooga Federation. I live in a city with thousands of Jews, and we don’t even have what you offer.”

  • Case Management
    Our Social Services department takes a holistic approach when working with clients of all ages and families to implement temporary or ongoing care. Lorri and her team will develop a care plan, make referrals, and follow up to ensure that clients remain as independent and active as possible.
  • Home Visits
    Social Services team members pay regular visits to keep people connected to the community.
  • Transportation
    Drivers Tom Wilcox (423) 321-4236, Jon Wentworth (423) 298-7169 and Dwight Lunsford at (423) 508-4895 provide rides to daytime Federation events and/or daytime personal appointments including doctor’s appointments and grocery shopping. See below for more information. If we have three or more people interested in rides to evening Federation events the van service is available as well. The transportation service runs Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at no charge. Riders should arrange for service in advance by calling.
  • Mitzvah Meals
    Kosher Mitzvah Meals are prepared in the Federation’s kosher kitchen. Meals are delivered on a short-term basis (e.g. post-surgery, during a family crisis) or long-term as needed. Meals can also be purchased  (at a minimal fee) and picked up at the Jewish Cultural Center.