Department of Aging and the

Senior Center

3 Jean Walling Civic Center
East Brunswick, NJ 08816.

Senior friends enjoying the game and the day

If you are 60 years of age or older and a resident of East Brunswick, you may be interested in joining the Senior Citizens Center!

East Brunswick's Department on Aging seeks to create an atmosphere that acknowledges the value of human life and affirms the dignity and self-worth of the older adult. The Department provides an accessible system of services to seniors and their families to help maintain their independence. Included in this system are the services that provide maximum access, community, home, and nutrition support.

The Center is barrier-free and handicap accessible. The building boasts a large multi-purpose room, kitchen and dining area, craft and game rooms and a comfortable lounge area for relaxing. Parking is easily accessible. Hours are: Mon - Fri, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Daily transportation to and from the Center and for certain special activities is available. A daily lunch is available for a small charge.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
PLEASE CALL ............................................ 732 390-6896
e-mail: Rachel.Steinberg@eastbrunswick.org
See our monthly newsletter, Voice of Experience.

Activities

The Senior Center provides you the opportunity to get involved in a myriad of enjoyable activities.
Some of the activities, to name a few, that you can participate in are:

·Mah Jong ·Day Trips
·Card games ·Strength Training
·Exercise classes ·Long Distance Trips
·Bingo ·Speakers
·Bowling, Bocci, Walking ·Computers
·Karaoke ·Line & Square Dance
·Art Instruction ·Yoga

·Volunteer Opportunities · Health Screenings

·Weekly Free Blood Pressure Check

Birthday parties at the Senior Center are so much fun!

Did you know that the Department on Aging, besides directing our very active Senior Center,
provides a myriad of other services to the residents of East Brunswick?
We also:

1. Assist family members and loved ones of Seniors with questions regarding housing options and
care giving issues
2. Income tax preparation
3. Provides limited medical transportation
4. Provides services for homebound seniors such as meals on wheels and friendly visiting
5. Provides volunteer opportunities
6. Provides in-home visits
7. Provides a link to community resources
8. Specialty Groups

Social Services and Counseling

The East Brunswick Department of Aging is staffed with knowledgeable professionals eager to help you and your family.

Activities, Programs and Services

Advocacy: The Department serves as an advocate for senior citizens as well as a liaison for seniors to the vast array of entitlement programs, PAAD, Home Energy Assistance Rebate, Social Security, Medicare, Senior Housing, Home Health Care, etc.
Support Groups: Groups specifically for bereavement, caregivers, living alone and other specialty groups.
SHIP: Counselors (State Health Insurance Programs) are available to assist seniors and comparing supplements to Medicare insurance policies.
East Brunswick Home Delivered Meals: In a joint program with the Middlesex County Office on Aging a hot meal is provided on a daily basis to homebound seniors 60 yrs and older. For further information call the Center.

Health Related Services

Blood Pressure check every Monday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. No advance appointment necessary and the service is free.
Podiatrist is scheduled at the Center on a monthly basis. Call 732 390-6896 to make your first appointment.
Exercise Classes are held several days a week. Check the calendar in the newsletter for times.
Dance classes, Yoga are scheduled.
Flu Shots, mammogram and prostate screening are provided periodically. Watch for announcements.
Speakers monthly are scheduled discussing health related issues.

Personal Services

Men’s haircuts are every Monday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No appointment is necessary. Fee. Women’s haircuts are every Tuesday from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please call in advance for an appointment. Fee.
Manicures are every Monday from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm. Please call in advance for an appointment.
Fee.
Therapeutic massages are also available. Please call for an appointment. Fee.

Additional Services

English as a second language (ESL) for foreign born adults, from beginners to advanced who wish to learn or improve their English. This program is offered through the E. Brunswick Community Education Program.
Income Tax Filing- from February 1^st through April 15^th. Trained volunteer preparers.

Membership

There is no membership fee. (Contributions to the Friends of the Senior Center are appreciated.)
Applications are available Monday-Friday 9:00 am-4:00 pm. You must be an East Brunswick resident 60 years or older. Photo ID’s are taken the 1^st Friday of each month from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The cost is $2.00 for the photo and $2.00 for a replacement card.


Membership Policies

The various programs and activities sponsored by the Department of Aging are primarily for residents of East Brunswick over the age of 60 who are registered with the Senior Center.
In order to be a registered member of the Senior Center, the applicant must present proof of residency, which include the following:

Drivers License
Mortgage or Rent Receipt
Utility Bill
Doctor, Dentist or Hospital Bill
Social Security Check
Library Card

If no documentation is available, you will be registered as a visitor only, until proof of residency is provided.

Volunteering

Our volunteers are our shining stars, assisting in the office, at the front desk welcoming guests and members, delivering meals on wheels and helping to prepare and serve lunch are just a few of their very important responsibilities.
If you would care to be a volunteer or find out further information, please contact us. Outreach services are made possible because of our hard working and dedicated volunteers. We currently have these programs:
East Brunswick Senior Meals- Help deliver hot and cold meals on a scheduled basis to homebound seniors a few days per month.