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Jackson Township Senior Center
200 Adams Avenue, Mineral Point, PA 15942
Phone: (814) 322-3327


Senior Center from Adams Avenue

The Senior Center was organized July 1st, 1998 and currently has 550 members. Membership dues are $10.00 yearly and you can join if you are 50 years or older. The Center is opened Monday 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you're interested in becoming a member you can email the center at: jseniorcenter@hotmail.com

Fundraisers

Shirts For Sale
The shirts have the above logo pictured below (about 4” in diameter) printed on the left chest of the shirts.

LOGO SCREEN PRINTED:
T-SHIRT = $8.00 (Colors:  White or Light Blue)
SWEAT SHIRT
= $13.00  (Colors: White, Blue or Natural)
GOLF SHIRT WITH COLLAR
= $13.00 (Colors: Light Blue or White)
For more information: Email The Jackson Township Senior Center

Upcoming Special Events

Movie Matinee At The Center
Every Thursday at 1:00 pm, the Center will show an afternoon movie which is donated by All The Right Movies.

Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program
Tuesday, April 29th and Thursday, May 29th
- Rex Davis will be available at the Center by 15 minute time period appointments beginning at 10 am until noon.  Bring your Medicare claim number or Railroad Board Claim Number; effective date for Medicare Part A & B; current source of prescription drug coverage & list of medications taken.
Fo
r more information: Call the Center at 322-3327 or  Email The Jackson Township Senior Center

Open House 10 Year Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, May 17th
- The Center will hold an Open House to celebrate their 10 year anniversary from 1 to 4 pm.  The open house is for the general public to stop in and say hello or take a tour of the Center.  Light refreshments will be available.
Fo
r more information: Call the Center at 322-3327 or  Email The Jackson Township Senior Center

Medical Alarm Presentation
Wednesday, May 21st
- The Center will host an informational presentation on medical alarms.  Erin Cole with Alert One will host the session scheduled for 11:00 am to explain the First Alert System.  This system is where an individual can wear a button in their homes and press it if they need help.  They can dispatch the Fire Department, Ambulance, Police or a friend to come over to the home.  A question and answer time will follow.
Fo
r more information: Call the Center at 322-3327 or  Email The Jackson Township Senior Center

55 Alive Drivers Training
Thursday & Friday, May 22nd & 23rd
and Monday, June 26th -
The Center will sponsor a "55 Alive" Driver's Program for seniors age 55 or older.  AARP will provide instruction for the class.  Cost is $10.00 for the class which is open to the Community.  In most cases your auto insurance rates are reduced after taking the class.  For more information: Call the Center at 322-3327 or  Email The Jackson Township Senior Center

Weekly activities

Day

Time

Event

Monday    10 AM   Silver Sneakers
     6:30 PM   Pinochle Party
     6 - 8 PM   Exercise Room Open
Tuesday    9 - 11 AM   Line Dancing (Beginners)
     9 AM - 3 PM   Exercise Room Open
     10 AM   Knitting Class
     12 Noon   Lunch
     1 PM   Bingo
     1:15 PM   Silver Sneakers
     2:15 PM   Silver Sneakers
     6 PM   Horseshoes
Wednesday    9 AM - Noon   Line Dancing
     9 AM - 3 PM   Exercise Room Open
     12 Noon   Lunch
     1 PM   Bingo
Thursday    9 AM - 3 PM   Exercise Room Open
     9 AM   Silver Sneakers
     10 AM   Silver Sneakers
     10 AM   Horseshoes
     12 Noon   Lunch
     1 PM   Game Day
     1 PM   Crafts
     1 PM   Movie Matinee
     1:15 PM   Silver Sneakers Yoga
     6 - 8 PM   Line Dancing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Other Activities

Activity Meeting - May 13th - 9:00 am
Executive Meeting - May 13th - 10:30 am
Blood Pressure Screening - May 14th, 20th & 28th (Prior to Lunch)
Monthly Bowling - Friday, May 9th
Big Bingo - May 27th at 6:30 pm

Bible Study - 2nd & 4th Thursday - 9:00 am - Led by Pastor Drew Walther
of Singer Hill Grace Brethren Church.

Some of the events currently at the center include: Bingo, Chair Exercises, Line Dancing, Crafts, Dinner Dances, Health Fairs, Weight Loss, Pinochle Club, Bingo, Knitting, Ceramics, Horseshoe Tournaments and currently the Center started a beginner's computer training. Lunch is available Tuesdays thru Thursdays. Every Thursday afternoon features a current run movie. A monthly newsletter is sent to all members with a calendar of events. The Center improves yearly, and this year a pavilion was built in back of the Center. A walking trail is available at adjoining Veterans Memorial Park to encourage health and physical fitness along with a newly equipped exercise room.

Exercise Center

The Jackson Township Senior Center has a new state-of-the-art exercise center for Senior Center members to use and enjoy.  For more information: Email The Jackson Township Senior Center.

Click to view Senior Center
MODEL TRAIN DISPLAY

Jackson Township Senior Citizens
& Handicapped Activities Center Meetings

Senior Center Executive Committee
2nd Tuesday of each month - 10:30 AM
Jackson Township Senior Center

Jackson Senior Center Center Activities Committee
2nd Tues. of each month - 9:00 AM
Jackson Township Senior Center
NOTE:  Dates are subject to change if the date conflicts with a holiday or events at the center.


Entrance to Senior Center

Jackson Township Senior Center Board Members
Frank J. Singel - President / (814) 322-3327
Alice Gary - Vice President
Mary Govekar - Secretary
Phil Boyer - Treasurer
Betty Lybarger - Aide & Helper
Gloria Charney - Aide & Helper

Senior Center Hours
Monday - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Tuesday - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

email the Jackson Twp. Sr. Center at:  jseniorcenter@hotmail.com


Todd Swanhart home on leave from Iraq with Senior Center President, Frank Singel

Veterans Memorial Park


Betty Lybarger, Scout Leader poses with former Boy Scout, Todd Swanhart who is on leave from Iraq

 

Senior Links
American Association of Retired People (AARP)
Experience Works

First Gov for Seniors
Jackson Township Senior Center

Johnstown Area Senior Citizens Information
Medicare
Pennsylvania Department of Aging
Senior.com
Senior Life Johnstown

Social Security Online

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