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Another Pair of Hands - For People Battling Cancer
Common household tasks can become major challenges for those who are undergoing treatment to fight cancer. These circumstances can be especially hard for people who are juggling their own health care needs with the needs of their loved ones.
Facts About Another Pair of Hands:
| • JFS offers vital homemaker services to individuals faced with the challenge of cancer. |
| • JFS homemakers help alleviate your household chores, so you can focus your energy on getting better. |
| • JFS homemakers provide two hours of light housekeeping and light meal preparation, as needed, weekly or every two weeks. |
| • The Another Pair of Hands coordinator can refer clients to other services, including counseling and support groups. |
| • Homemaker services are offered on an affordable sliding–fee scale based on income and range from $6-$17 per hour. |
The homemakers of Another Pair of Hands help with household chores, allowing those with cancer to focus on recovery. For two hours every week or two, homemakers provide light housekeeping and meal preparation. Services are offered on an affordable sliding–fee scale based on income, and range from $7 to $25 per hour.
Information: Yvonne Sylvan, (303) 597.5000, ysylvan@jewishfamilyservice.org
