Senior Citizens Programs - Mantua Township

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Senior Citizens Programs and Resources

Mantua Township is committed to enhancing the quality of life for our senior residents (65 years and older) by offering a variety of well-organized, accessible programs and services. Below is an overview of current offerings. We encourage all eligible residents to participate and engage with the community.

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Senior Bus Service

Mantua Township provides complimentary bus transportation for registered senior residents. Service is available Monday through Thursday and includes trips to, but not limited to, destinations such as:

ShopRite
Target
Local shopping malls
Movie theaters
Bingo – Norris St.
Events sponsored by the Gloucester County Board of Commissioners

Reservations are required.
Please contact the Mantua Township Clerk’s Office at 856-468-1500 ext. 113 to reserve your seat.

Senior Dinners

The Mantua Township Recreation Committee hosts free dinners for registered seniors throughout the year. Event dates are published in the Mantua Township Senior Event Calendar, which is mailed to all registered senior residents.

Reservations must be made in advance of the scheduled event.

Reservations are required.

Please contact the Mantua Township Clerk’s Office at 856-468-1500 ext. 113 to reserve your seat.

Property Tax Relief for Seniors & Social Security Disability Recipients

For the first time, NJ residents can apply for multiple property tax relief programs using a single application: 2024 PAS-1.

This single combined application form simplifies the filing process for the Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement), ANCHOR, and Stay NJ programs for eligible residents aged 65 and over or those receiving Social Security Disability Benefits in New Jersey.

Current recipients of the Senior Freeze and ANCHOR programs should receive their PAS-1 form directly by mail from the State of New Jersey.

For questions about these senior tax relief programs, please contact Alice Kellmyer, Mantua Township Tax Collector, at akellmyer@mantuatownship.com or (856) 468-1500 ext. 116, or reach out to the NJ Division of Taxation at 1-888-238-1233.

For more information, please visit Mantua Township’s Tax Department Page

Gloucester County Nutrition Program

The Nutrition Program provides a well-balanced midday meal to Gloucester County seniors who are 60+. In addition to a meal, the sites foster social interaction, offer recreational and leisure activities, and provide access to other supportive services available to Gloucester County senior citizens. Meals are planned by a nutritionist to ensure the recommended nutrients. Meals are served Monday through Friday.

Donation Policy

A suggested donation of $1.25 is accepted for each meal. However, this is purely voluntary, and there is no obligation to contribute. Privacy and confidentiality with respect to contributions are guaranteed. All collected contributions will be used to expand the services and supplement funds received under the Older Americans Act.

Local Nutrition Program Lunch Site

Site Number 1 – Mantua Township Community Center

Address: 111 East Mercer Avenue, Mantua, NJ 08080

Phone: 856-468-4773

Meal time: 12:00 pm

Gloucester County Senior Services

The Division of Senior Services serves as the primary agency for planning, coordinating, and funding programs that promote the independence, health, and well-being of Gloucester County residents age 60 and older. Services are prioritized for individuals with the greatest economic and social need.

Contact: 856-384-6900
Visit: Gloucester County Senior Services Website

Heating & Cooling Assistance (LIHEAP)

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists eligible low-income households with heating and cooling expenses. The program also provides emergency fuel support and heating system services when necessary.

To reach specialists who have expertise in LIHEAP and other utility assistance, please contact the NJ Department of Community Affairs at 1-800-510-3102.