Note from the Senior Advisory Council

The Senior Advisory Council conducted a survey of Haverford Township senior citizens with over 1,300 comments, suggestions, and recommendations.
In the survey, there were numerous requests for referrals to obtain home repair and basic maintenance services at reduced rates for seniors. As a government entity, Haverford Township cannot issue any recommendations or endorsements. While not considered an endorsement but merely information sharing, Surrey Services of Delaware County has a program called “The Handy Hands Registry.” This registry provides for such referrals and is detailed on the Surrey Services website.
The majority of survey respondents’ comments focused on the library. The planned renovations will be addressing many of the issues raised, with plans for additional parking, more accessibility, and separate spaces, programs, and events for seniors. Participants can stay informed of these changes by accessing the library’s website at HTFL Renovation & Expansion Updates.
The recommendations and overall feedback received via the survey clearly indicate that the CREC is considered a vital community center. Some recommendations include offering more activities of specific interest to seniors “within the younger senior age range,” being mindful of non-retired/working seniors, promoting socialization through group activities, and offering trips and outings. As a result, the Township has so far held four Senior Nights at the CREC in 2024!!
Please continue to reach out to Commissioners and/or Senior Advisory Council members with any additional thoughts and ideas to improve the quality of life here in Haverford for our seniors!

Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging

COSA’s mission is to connect and empower the county’s older residents through services that support senior health and well-being. Its vision is that older residents in Delaware County live with quality of life and dignity at the highest levels of independence.
A brief summary of their services and programs are shown below. If any are of assistance to you, please reach out to COSA directly at 610-499-3100.

They are there to help you!!

Services:

Information & Referral/Assistance - a telephone or walk-in service designed to answer questions on the needs or older adults and to link those in need with appropriate services.

The Pennsylvania Link to Aging and Disability Resources (ADRC) - a nationwide program that links seniors and adults with disabilities with programs and services.

Adult Day Services - centers that provide the frail and elderly, who are living at home, alternative to premature nursing home placement. During daytime hours, participants receive supervised care in a supportive, safe and structured environment.

Assessment - determines the need and eligibility for in-home services or nursing home care.

Care Management- manages the on-going needs to Long-Term Care clients after an initial assessment is complete.

Domiciliary Care - assists adults incapable of living alone find living arrangements, which are supportive and home-like.

In-Home Services - include home delivered meals, personal care, home health, adult day services, medical equipment, supplies, and care management.

Protective Services - if you believe someone needs Protective Services, contact 610-490-1300. After business hours, dial our answering service at 610-622-9284 to reach our on-call worker. For residents aged 18-59, investigations are handled by Liberty Healthcare Corporation and are reported at the Helpline 1800-490-8505. Reports are confidential and can be done anonymously.

Programs:

Caregiver Support Program- reimburses families for caregiving expenses, such as, over-the-counter medicines, incontinence supplies, nutritional supplements, personal care assistance, help with household talks and companion services.

Community Education - provides information on topics relevant to older adults, entitlement programs, resources available in the community and overall services for the aging.

Foster Grandparent Program- created to support child’s education and emotional development and to provide them a positive role model.

GATEWAY (Giving Assessment, Treatment and Empowerment in the Aging Years) - Gateway links older adults age 60+ to community mental health services.

Health Education - a series of programs and activities called Prime Time Health for seniors interested in maintaining or achieving a healthy lifestyle. These programs are generally held at local senior centers.

PA MEDI Health Insurance Counseling Services - is a free health insurance counseling program for persons of any age on Medicare, medical Assistance and Long-Term Care Insurance. For more information call 484-494-3769.

Ombudsman Program- advocates for the rights of older person receiving and or denied Long-Term Care services in their home, nursing home or personal care boarding homes. For more information call 610-872-1868.

Senior Centers - offers activities to fulfill social, physical, intellectual, and emotional needs of seniors. Centers offer nutritious meals, educational presentations, movies, trips, volunteer opportunities, social services and transportation.

For more information regarding COSA’s services and programs, please visit its website at: www.delcosa.org

DELGO’s

Need a ride getting to appointments, shopping, meeting a friend for lunch or see a movie?? Learn more about DelGo’s transit services available at NO COST to Haverford Township seniors. See information slide presentation and give them a call with any questions – they are there to help!

DELGO Presentation

Membership Registration

Meals on Wheels

Meals On Wheels of Delaware County, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that has been serving the local needs of homebound seniors and residents for over forty years.

Meals on Wheels of Delaware County website

Senior Emergency Services

Are you or a family member disabled in your home? In case of an emergency would need a wheel chair or extra assistance in leaving the premises? If you answered yes, you can notify emergency personnel now so that in the rare occasion you might need to make a 911 call, the proper emergency personnel will automatically be alerted and prepared to provide extra assistance. Providing this information now could save valuable time in the future should you have an emergency. Just call 610-853-1298 ext 1213 or email edolan@havpd.org.

Surrey Services for Seniors

Bringing People and Resources Together, Creating a Vibrant Community of Older Adults.

Meals on Wheels of Delaware County website

Haverford Township

Skatium

$3.00 public skate admission discounted rate

Police Services

$5.00 incident report discounted rate

$5.00 accident investigation report discounted rate

CREC

INDOOR walking track free access for ALL residents

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Senior Citizen Discount Brochure