In-home activities for seniors, with people from your own town
Looking for activities for yourself or a parent at home? Home Happenings connects you with trusted local professionals who teach music, art, movement, cooking, technology and more. It is a taught activity to look forward to.
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Towns we serve in Essex County, NJ
Bloomfield, NJ
Caldwell, NJ
Caldwell is a small, walkable town where Grover Cleveland was born and Bloomfield Avenue still runs right through a busy downtown. Home Happenings brings checked and vetted local pros to older adults' homes here, for lessons and activities that fit right into everyday Caldwell life.
Glen Ridge, NJ
Glen Ridge is small, walkable and famously lit by gas lamps, which makes it a lovely place for an evening stroll or an afternoon of cards with a neighbor.
Livingston, NJ
Livingston is a friendly, busy suburb, and our Livingston providers bring a little extra fun to the week, whether that is pickleball, piano or a long chat over tea.
Maplewood, NJ
Millburn, NJ
Millburn Township is home to a lively downtown and the Paper Mill Playhouse, and our Millburn providers love sharing music, art and good company.
Montclair, NJ
Montclair has a creative streak, and our Montclair providers bring it right to your kitchen table: painting, piano, songs you know by heart and long talks over coffee.
North Caldwell, NJ
North Caldwell is a quiet hillside borough of winding streets and wooded yards, close to the highest point in Essex County. Home Happenings sends checked and vetted local pros to older adults at home here, so music, movement, games and more come to the front door.
Roseland, NJ
Short Hills, NJ
Short Hills is part of Millburn Township, with leafy streets and parks that are perfect for a slow walk. Our providers here bring the fun to you.
South Orange, NJ
South Orange has a real village feel and a strong arts scene. Our South Orange providers bring music, art, games and great conversation to your door.
Verona, NJ
In Verona, a walk around the lake at Verona Park is practically a local tradition. Our providers are happy to join you for one, or bring the fun indoors.
West Caldwell, NJ
West Caldwell is a friendly suburban township with a classic Bloomfield Avenue main street and summer concerts at the Crane Park gazebo. Home Happenings connects older adults here with checked and vetted local pros who come to the house for lessons and activities.
West Orange, NJ
West Orange sits on the edge of the Watchung hills, with big green spaces like Eagle Rock Reservation close by. Our providers make the most of it, indoors and out.
Every provider is personally vetted
Every published professional has exactly five checks on file, including a criminal background check and national sex offender registry check.
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