Toco Hills NORC

What is “aging in place”?
Aging in place is a growing trend where individuals have moved into a neighborhood or area and have stayed there as they have grown older.

What is NORC?
NORC is an acronym for “naturally occurring retirement community.” It can be anywhere individuals have lived and aged in place.

What is a NORC program?
The goal of NORCs is to help support older adults so that they can remain in their homes for as long as possible and avoid premature institutionalization. We establish NORCs in a geographic area where there is a relatively high density of seniors (whether they are living in neighborhoods or high rise buildings). These seniors may have moved into their homes 20, 30, or 40 years ago and over time, the community has become a “naturally occurring retirement community.”

NORCs build on the strengths of the community. We don’t want to duplicate what’s already being provided, but instead work together with other organizations to help coordinate services more efficiently. At the same time, we try to identify and fill gaps in services to help stay in their homes for as long as possible.

What are some distinctive characteristics of NORC supportive service programs?
• NORC programs provide a wide array of services that match the varied needs and the interests of the seniors within that NORC.
• Services are available to all seniors living within the NORC boundaries.
• Seniors, their families and friends can take an active role in designing, developing and coordinating services offered.
• Programs draw isolated seniors out of their hones to interact with neighbors they might never have met.

What are some examples of potential NORC services?
• Social programs and outings
• Home delivered meals
• Individual Assessments
• Yard work and chore services
• Exercise and preventive health programs
• Caregiver Support Group
• Classes
• In-home counseling services
• Home sharing

Who are some of the “collaborating partners”?
• Dekalb County Office of Senior Affairs
• Life Enrichment Services, Inc.
• Dekalb County Fire and Rescue
• Community Housing Resource Center
• Briarcliff Oaks Apartments
• Emory University School of Medicine
• One Good Deed

What is the role of Jewish Family & Career Services and The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta?
Jewish Family & Career Services is the lead agency for the NORC at Toco Hills. The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta is responsible for conducting advocacy to secure funding; Financial oversight; NORC Advisory Committee.

What is the geographic area of the Toco Hills NORC?
On the south is Scott Blvd, Ponce de Leon. On the west is N. Highland to Briarcliff. On the north is Briarcliff to Oak Grove. On the east is Oak Grove/Clairmont. The Toco Hills NORC is more defined by zip codes which include 30329, 30033, 30345, 30324 and part of 30306.

Who funds the NORC services?
The NORC was initially funded from a grant from the Administration on Aging. The program is now primarily funded by money received from the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta and other grants. Some agencies provide in-kind donations. Neither Medicare nor Medicaid covers the cost to create or receive services from the NORC.




			What is “aging in place”? Aging in place is a growing trend where individuals have moved into a neighborhood or area and have stayed there as they have grown older. What is NORC? NORC is an acronym for “naturally occurring retirement community.” It can be anywhere individuals have lived and aged in place. What is a NORC program? The goal of NORCs is to help support older adults so that they can remain in their homes for as long as possible and avoid premature institutionalization. We establish NORCs in a geographic area where there is a relatively high density of seniors (whether they are living in neighborhoods or high rise buildings). These seniors may have moved into their homes 20, 30, or 40 years ago and over time, the community has become a “naturally occurring retirement community.” NORCs build on the strengths of the community. We don’t want to duplicate what’s already being provided, but instead work together with other organizations to help coordinate services more efficiently. At the same time, we try to identify and fill gaps in services to help stay in their homes for as long as possible. What are some distinctive characteristics of NORC supportive service programs? • NORC programs provide a wide array of services that match the varied needs and the interests of the seniors within that NORC. • Services are available to all seniors living within the NORC boundaries. • Seniors, their families and friends can take an active role in designing, developing and coordinating services offered. • Programs draw isolated seniors out of their hones to interact with neighbors they might never have met. What are some examples of potential NORC services? • Social programs and outings • Home delivered meals • Individual Assessments • Yard work and chore services • Exercise and preventive health programs • Caregiver Support Group • Classes • In-home counseling services • Home sharing Who are some of the “collaborating partners”? • Dekalb County Office of Senior Affairs • Life Enrichment Services, Inc. • Dekalb County Fire and Rescue • Community Housing Resource Center • Briarcliff Oaks Apartments • Emory University School of Medicine • One Good Deed What is the role of Jewish Family & Career Services and The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta? Jewish Family & Career Services is the lead agency for the NORC at Toco Hills. The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta is responsible for conducting advocacy to secure funding; Financial oversight; NORC Advisory Committee. What is the geographic area of the Toco Hills NORC? On the south is Scott Blvd, Ponce de Leon. On the west is N. Highland to Briarcliff. On the north is Briarcliff to Oak Grove. On the east is Oak Grove/Clairmont. The Toco Hills NORC is more defined by zip codes which include 30329, 30033, 30345, 30324 and part of 30306. Who funds the NORC services? The NORC was initially funded from a grant from the Administration on Aging. The program is now primarily funded by money received from the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta and other grants. Some agencies provide in-kind donations. Neither Medicare nor Medicaid covers the cost to create or receive services from the NORC.

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