Senior Information & Assistance

Senior Center Community Resource Guide

Access our Senior Center Community Resource Guide (PDF).

Hamilton Township Senior Housing

Access our Hamilton Senior Housing Listings (PDF).

Emergency Cell Phone Program

The Center will supply Hamilton Seniors with a cell phone for the use of 911 calls only. Only one phone per household is permitted. If interested in receiving a cell phone, stop by the Front Desk or call 890-3686 to make an appointment.

Income Tax, Anchor Program

American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) volunteers will help seniors with income taxes and homestead rebate applications. Volunteers are at the center one morning per week between February and mid-April. Appointments are mandatory. See a staff member or call 890-3686 for an appointment time.

Legal Aid

Mercer County Bar Association Paralegal is at the center usually the first Monday of every month. Appointments are mandatory. See a staff member or call 890-3686 to set up an appointment.

Medical Equipment

The Center has lightly used medical equipment such as canes, crutches, commodes, walkers, wheelchairs, and shower chairs available to borrow for short-term usage. (All medical equipment is donated)

NJ Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC)/New Jersey Easy Access, Single Entry (NJ EASE)

NJ ADRC/NJ Ease is a Statewide Program of information and assistance for older adults. Information is available, referrals given and coordination provided on services and programs for seniors on local, county, state and federal levels. Includes options on senior housing, home care and entitlement programs.

SHARES

Through advocacy, community outreach, education, referral and the utilization of our multilingual call center, SHARES connects low- and moderate- income households with the available resources necessary to not only address their current situation, but also any ongoing needs. Working with our affiliated social service and legislative partners, SHARES looks for a holistic solution – addressing each household’s individual circumstance, whether temporary or sustained. Visit their website: SHARES – Offering Hope

Health Screenings

The Hamilton Township Health Department and Local Community Partners provide health education classes and screenings at the center by appointment only. Please call 890-3686 for additional information and to schedule an appointment.

Operation Reassurance

The Hamilton Township Police Department provides a program to Hamilton Seniors and the disabled to ensure their daily safety. If you would like to participate in this program, contact the Hamilton Township Police Department personnel at 581-4033.

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged & Disabled (PAAD)/Senior Gold Card

A statewide program for assistance in helping older adults with prescription costs. For assistance in completing the application, please stop by the Front Desk or call 890-3686 to set up an appointment.

Medical Insurance Assistance Program

A program of trained volunteer counselors who assist with the completion of Medicare and supplemental health insurance forms and review of policies. Call 890-3686 to set up an appointment.

Mercer County Surrogate's Office

To make an appointment, call the Surrogate's Office at 989-6331.