SERVICES AVAILABLE AT THE SENIOR CENTER

SUPPORT SERVICES

Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) 2nd Thursday of each month, 1 to 3 p.m., a Medicare counselor is available at the Senior Center to help with decisions and questions about Medicare claims, choosing Medigap policies, and Medicare D.

AARP Free Tax Aide available for everyone of low to moderate income every Thursday by appointment during the tax season.

Senior Bus Transportation is available for senior residents of Chatham Borough and Chatham Township on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9 to 2 p.m. 

Health Screenings and lectures periodically for a variety of topics and conditions including arthritis, cholesterol, heart health, vision, hearing and stroke screenings, diabetes, memory issues, fall prevention and much more. Balance testing is done several times a year at the Senior Center.

Blood Pressure checks Monday through Friday by one of two registered nurses.  Call first at 973-635-4565 to be sure one of the nurses is working.

Flu vaccination is available for Chatham Township residents every fall at the Senior Center by the Madison Health Department.  Vaccine is given at St. Patrick Church for Chatham Borough residents.

Information and Referral services for seniors and their families are available five days a week.  Call for information about senior housing, home care, transportation options, assisted living, continuing care retirement communities, social services, support groups and more.

Medi-Alert units (PERSYS) are available through the Senior Center using a company called Amcest.  If a Chatham resident is a participant in PAAD, costs for the units are paid for by Senior Services with the help of the Chatham Jaycees.  The staff of the Senior Center also recommends participation in the Operation Reassurance program offered by the Chatham Township and Chatham Borough Police Departments.  Call the Senior Center for more information.