County Releases Calendar of January Workshops Being Held at Mercer County Connection Office

Editor's Note: The following is a news release issued by the Mercer County administration regarding upcoming events taking place at the Mercer County Connection office.

Senator Lautenberg Representative

On Thursday, Jan. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. a representative from the office of Sen. Frank Lautenberg will be at the Connection to meet with constituents.  If you have any questions or concerns you would like to speak to the senator’s office about, please come to the Connection to have your concerns addressed.

Free Benefits Check-Up For Older Adults

Asking for help isn’t always easy.  That’s why millions of older adults miss out on benefits that could keep them healthy and independent longer.  Using a simple survey, the National Council on Aging’s Benefits Check-Up connects seniors to benefits that can help them pay for food, medicine, healthcare, utilities, rent, and more.  It also gives users the information and steps they need to apply for benefits. 

A representative from the National Council on Aging will be available on-site at County Connection Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to answer questions and discuss the program.  Please stop by to find out more about this free, easy-to-use, confidential service.

Welcome To Medicare Seminar

Everyone with Medicare has different needs. With all the options and choices you have today, it can be difficult to figure out what’s best for you and your family. Come to the Connection Thursday, Jan. 19 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and get clear, straightforward answers to you questions about Medicare provided by the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Aging and Community Services. Please call to reserve your seat - (609) 890-9800.

Consumer Affairs Information Session

Experiencing difficulty with a local business? Need information on how to avoid Credit, Home Improvement, Automotive or Internet Fraud? Have you had problems with purchases or unreliable repairmen? The chief of the Mercer County Consumer Affairs Commission will be here to answer all of your questions, Jan. 12 and Jan. 25, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.