Office on Aging/Senior Center
 | The Office on Aging is in the Lawrence Senior Center, located at 30 Darrah Lane East, provides programs, activities, information, assistance and referrals to social services for Lawrence senior citizens, 60 years of age and older. The Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. |
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Lawrence Township Senior Center
The Lawrence Senior Center welcomes Lawrence Township residents age 60 and older to enjoy programs, activities, and opportunities to stay active, connected, and engaged. The Senior Center offers a variety of programs, including exercise classes, health and wellness activities, educational talks, social events, recreation programs, intergenerational opportunities, and volunteer activities.
The Senior Center is located at 30 Darrah Lane East and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
The motto of the Senior Center is “Living It Up, Sharing the Joy,” and Lawrence seniors are invited to do just that. Residents are encouraged to get involved, meet new people, share their talents, and take part in the many opportunities available at the Senior Center.
In addition to daily programs and activities, the Office on Aging staff is available to provide general information and connect seniors with helpful community resources when needed. The Senior Center also serves as a County Nutrition site, offering hot lunches to registered seniors, and hosts AARP Tax-Aide during tax season for free tax preparation assistance.
Whether attending a class, joining a program, volunteering, enjoying lunch, or spending time with friends, the Lawrence Senior Center is a welcoming place to gather, learn, and enjoy good company.
Senior Center Van Transportation
The Senior Center van provides transportation for Senior Center members and Lawrence Township residents aged 60 and older. The primary purpose of this service is transportation to and from the Senior Center for scheduled programs. When availability allows, transportation may also be provided for medical appointments and grocery shopping within Lawrence Township. More details and specifics including guidelines, requirements and how to reserve a ride can be found here.
Mercer County Office on Aging Asks Older Adults and Caregivers to Complete Annual Needs Assessment
The Assessment plays a critical role in collecting responses from seniors to determine the needs in the aging community. Responses will be incorporated into the Office on Aging’s annual Area Plan Contract. Adults, caregivers, and others who work with the older adult population, can complete the survey by visiting:
https://www.mercercounty.org/departments/human-services/aging-disability-resource-connection/office-on-aging/office-on-aging-needs-assessment-survey#!/
Office on Aging Calendar
Senior Trips
The Office on Aging and the Senior Clubs periodically schedule trips.
Activities Calendar
This month's Senior Center Calendar
Other Programs
Health Programs
Medicare Benefits for Low Income Seniors
State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP)
Senior Center Activities and Classes
For updates and new announcements, please continue to check the Lawrence Township website, Facebook accounts or call the Office on Aging at 609.844.7048.
- For more information about volunteer opportunities at the Office on Aging please read the flyer.
- Services and programs available provided through the Mercer County Office on Aging.
Senior Connect
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