SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB

The Norwood Senior Citizen Club meets on the first and third Monday of each month at 1PM at the Norwood Community Center, 453 Broadway. Refreshments are served after the meeting.  The Center remains open on meeting days until 4:30 PM to enable members to play cards, board games, etc.  Guest speakers are invited to inform members of timely information.  Recent topics have been health issues, financial subjects and personal safety programs and local public issues.  Federal and County Benefit Services information is distributed to members whenever it becomes available.  Membership is open to Norwood residents aged 55 or over.  Club members participate in community giving with last year’s project being “The Center for Food Action.”  Blood pressure screenings are given prior to the meeting on the first Monday of the month from 12:30 – 1:00 p.m.

 Several day and casino trips plus some extended trips are planned throughout the year.

 Officers for 2011

 President:            Martha Kleinlaut

Vice President:    Joyce Chiacchiaro

Secretary:             Gloria Elenio

Treasurer:             Charles Keating

Asst. Treasurer:   Nicholas Chiacchiaro

Norwood Senior Citizen Advisory Committee

The Norwood Borough Council recently approved the formation of the Norwood Senior Citizen Advisory Committee.  Mayor Barsa, Councilman Scott, representatives from the Norwood Senior Citizen Club, Fox Hill Housing, and the health care field comprise the committee.  Their mission is to develop and implement an overall public awareness and information network regarding senior citizens and senior citizen issues and thus be the link between the senior community and the Mayor and Council.  The committee will establish an information network to provide timely information to Norwood Senior Citizens on benefits, services and issues that impact them.  Contact the Office of the Borough Clerk/Administrator at 201-784-2965 or email lmcmackin@norwoodboro.org if you want to place your name on the distribution list.  Also be sure to check the website monthly, as it will be updated to highlight a "senior citizen service or benefit" that may be beneficial to you.

CHORE

The CHORE Service, funded by the Bergen County Division of Senior Services, helps senior citizens (aged 60 and over) and disabled homeowners remain safe and secure in their homes by performing minor household repairs that they can no longer do themselves.  Services are performed by CHORE's crew of 21 volunteer handy persons who want to help others.  The CHORE crew will determine if a particular project is beyond their capabilities.  Minor plumbing and electrical (replacement items only) installations such as grab bars in bath areas, internal railings, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are among their services.  There is no charge for CHORE's services, but clients are expected to pay for the parts necessary to complete the repair and a donation is appreciated.  CHORE is unable to service emergencies and a wait for a service call can be up to two weeks.  Call 201-489-7790 to schedule a service.

Senior Services Resources:

ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES - to report self-neglect, exploitation or abuse of older adults

201-368-4300 or 1-800-624-0275(after hours)

ASSISTED LIVING INFORMATION- general information and guidelines on licensed living facilities in Bergen County

201-336-7400

BERGEN COUNTY BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES - Medicaid/New Jersey Care/CCPED/Food Stamps

201-368-4200

CONSUMER PROTECTION - 201-336-6400

ELDER LAW -free legal assistance & referrals to lawyers

201-487-2166

HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) 201-968-0200 ext 7008

HOMEOWNER PROPERTY TAX REIMBURSEMENT INFORMATION LINE - 201-791-0500

MEALS ON WHEELS OF BERGEN COUNTY - 201-336-7420

REVERSE MORTGAGE INFORMATION - 201-336-7431

SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER INFORMATION - 201-336-7200 or 201-336-7400

SOCIAL SECURITY 1-800-772-1213 (7AM - 7 PM)