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Mercer County
Senior Citizen
Center

Services, Activities and Programs for Senior Citizens

How to Join Us

Must be 60+ years of age
Must be a resident of Mercer County
Must adhere to our Code of Conduct Outlines

We can link you to other services including but not limited to:
Caregiver Information
Chore/housekeeping/homemaker
Case Management
Legal Assistance
Mental Health Services
Social Security
Transportation
Home Delivered Meals
Congregate Meals

Some of the programs we offer:
Arthritis Exercise Classes
Caregivers Support Group
Screenings
Computer Lab & Internet Hot Spot
Jamieson Center/Congregate Meals
Activities
Games

TCARE - A program for caregivers! Read more about it! Sign up here!

Medicare D Drug Plan comparisons and enrollment October 15 – December 7.
We can assist you in applying for Medicaid, SNAP, and senior Housing. We can do a benefits check up to see if there are further programs to help you. 

Arthritis Exercise Classes
Every Tuesday and Thursday
10:00 – 10:30
Juice served after class

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Second Wednesday - Every month
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Anyone who is a caregiver is welcome to attend. Relevant topics with individual discussions are presented in a small group setting. Refreshments are also served.

SCREENINGS:
Hearing Screenings are done at the Center by Dr. Hartman from Davenport Audiology & Hearing Aid Center, Inc. Please check the newsletter calendar for days/times or call to schedule your appointment. 563.386.8885 or 1.800.728.9115

COMPUTER LAB & INTERNET HOT SPOT
Monday-Friday 8:30-2:30
Open to the public, must be 18 years old or older.

Jamieson Center
Daily Homemade Hot Meals
Call 309-734-4251

ACTIVITIES

Seniors are invited to “stop-in” during Center hours to visit and make new friends.

Books, magazines, puzzles and games are available for loan or purchase.
Monthly parties and recreational activities are planned and scheduled.
Bingo first Wednesday of the month at 12:30 p.m.

Tri-Ominos, pool tables, Wii, DVDs, Karaoke, card clubs and other games and a craft table are all available in the Center for senior use and enjoyment.