Our Bergen County Community Partners
Staying in the home you love takes more than a ramp or a grab bar. It takes a network of people who know Bergen County and care about the families who live here.
At Next Day Access of Bergen County, we work alongside local nonprofits and service providers who share our goal: helping older adults and people with disabilities live safely, comfortably, and independently. Whether you need help with a move, support services, affordable home repairs, or day-to-day assistance, these partners are a great place to start.
Meet Our Community Partners
At Habitat Bergen, we partner with local families to create lasting affordable housing solutions in Bergen County, NJ. Our process takes time, but together we build strength, stability, and a future families can be proud of.
Gares Senior Concierge provides trusted, personalized services that help older adults maintain their independence while giving families the peace of mind they deserve.
Supporting independent living for people with disabilities, hipcil is a nonprofit agency run by and for people with disabilities. Its purpose is to promote full inclusion and full accessibility for all people, and to enhance the ability of every individual to live and work with maximum independence.
Find Help By Need
Not sure where to start? Pick the need that fits your situation, and we’ll point you to the Bergen County partner best suited to help. Many families use more than one.
Disability services and independent living support
Heightened Independence and Progress (hipcil)
Living with a disability, or helping someone who is, often means juggling programs, paperwork, and services that don’t always connect. hipcil is a Center for Independent Living based in Hackensack, run by and for people with disabilities, and has served Bergen County since 1980.
How they can help: advocacy around housing, employment, and benefits, peer support, independent living skills training, care management, and support coordination. Spanish-speaking services are available.
Good fit if: you or a family member want to stay independent at home and need help finding the right supports and resources.
Downsizing, relocating, or clearing out a family home
A move later in life is about more than boxes. It usually comes with decades of belongings, tough decisions, and a lot of emotion. Caring Transitions helps seniors and their families plan and manage the whole process with a compassionate, hands-on team.
How they can help: move planning, downsizing, sorting and organizing, relocation support including state to state moves, and estate transitions. [Confirm local service list.]
Good fit if: a parent is moving to a smaller home or senior community, or your family is settling a loved one’s home.
Affordable home repairs for seniors or homeowners with disabilities
A leaky roof, worn steps, or an entry that’s hard to get through can make staying home unsafe. Habitat Bergen is best known for building affordable homes, and it also helps eligible Bergen County homeowners make repairs so they can stay in place.
How they can help: low to no cost repairs for eligible seniors and homeowners with physical disabilities, which can include critical repairs and accessibility work like ramps and doorway modifications. [Confirm program name and eligibility.]
Good fit if: you own your home, need repairs to stay safe there, and cost is a barrier.
Day-to-day support for an older adult at home
Sometimes staying independent just takes a reliable hand with the everyday things. Gares Senior Concierge provides personalized, trusted support for older adults and gives families peace of mind when they can’t always be there.
Good fit if: an older adult is managing well at home but could use regular help, or family members live far away.
Ramps, stairlifts, grab bars, and bathroom solutions
When getting in the door, up the stairs, or in and out of the shower gets harder, the right modification can make a home work again. Our team helps Bergen County homeowners age in place safely and comfortably.
How we can help: wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, grab bars, bathroom safety upgrades, and other home accessibility solutions, starting with a free in-home assessment.
Good fit if: you or a loved one want to stay in your current home but stairs, entries, or the bathroom have become a challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What aging in place resources are available in Bergen County, NJ?
Bergen County residents can find support for independent living, home repairs, moving, and day-to-day care through local organizations like hipcil, Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County, Caring Transitions, and Gares Senior Concierge. Next Day Access of Bergen County handles home accessibility modifications.
Where can people with disabilities in Bergen County find independent living support?
Heightened Independence and Progress (hipcil) is a Center for Independent Living based in Hackensack. It offers advocacy, peer support, independent living skills training, and care management.
Is there help with home repairs for seniors in Bergen County?
Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County offers a repair program for eligible seniors and homeowners with physical disabilities. Contact Habitat Bergen directly to check eligibility.
Who can help my parent move or downsize in Bergen County?
Caring Transitions provides senior move management, downsizing, and relocation support for families in Bergen County and beyond.
How do I make my Bergen County home more accessible?
Next Day Access of Bergen County installs wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, grab bars, and other accessibility solutions. Call or text us to schedule a free in-home assessment.
Find the Right Accessibility Solution Fast
Reach out to the Bergen County team for a custom quote!
Ready to make your home or business more accessible? Our Bergen County team is here to help with personalized recommendations, fast quotes, and expert support—every step of the way.
Find the Right Accessibility Solution Fast
Reach out to the Bergen County team for a custom quote!
Ready to make your home or business more accessible? Our Bergen County team is here to help with personalized recommendations, fast quotes, and expert support—every step of the way.