Could be the 'Old Homestead' just outside Branchville. Nancy Pascal LB1JB2@aol.com wrote: > > Does anyone know where I can get a listing of "Old Folks Homes" that existed > in northern New Jersey (probably Sussex County) approximately 1885-1895. My > GGrandfather supposedly taken my GGrandmother out of an "Old Folks Home" to > clean house. They never married, and some of the children went by her last > name & some by his last name. Does anyone know the difference between an Old > Folks Home, a nursing home and a convalescent home back then? Any leads or > information would be greatlly appreciated! Thanks, Lori