Redford Senior Center
12121 Hemingway, Redford, MI 48239
Senior Office
(313) 387-2788/(313) 387-2784
HRS: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday
Email Us: senior@redfordtwp.com
Telecare
(313) 387-2777
Nutritional Lunch Program
(313) 387-2778
THE REDFORD COMMUNITY CENTER IS A BARRIER FREE BUILDING
The senior office oversees all activities relating to the senior population within Redford Twp. We offer programs through the Senior Office such as: painting classes, arts and crafts, Tax Assistance, home chore referrals, health fairs, blood pressure screening, card parties, dinner-dance parties, exercise classes, Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program, Michigan Emergency Prescription Program, Meals-On-Wheels, Congregate Meals.
Senior Citizen Commission
Joe Gies, Chairperson
Helen Zimmerman, Vice-Chairperson
Albert Grates, Secretary
Jennie Marsalese, Treasurer
Louise Sonderegger, Public RelationsSenior Club Officers
Louis Kisic, President
Lois Wludyka, Vice-President
Geraldine Miller, Secretary
Geraldine Miller, Treasurer
Vi Mazzara, Membership
Louise Sonderegger, Health
Eileen Graham, Program
Bob Jess, Legislation
Gerry Wludyka, Hospitality
Tony Dattilo, HospitalityFourth Annual Western Wayne County Senior Olympics
August 18 - 22, 2008
Click here for booklet and registration form
Look for Redford Township to sponsor the 2009 games!
Ball Room Dance Lessons
Every Wednesday, 12:30p.m.-2:30p.m.
Redford Community Center
Taught by Mr. Ronald Jackson
cost per person $2.00 a lesson
For More Information please call the Senior Department at 313-387-2788
- Redford Senior Golf Benefit Click Here
- 2008 Caregiving Conferences, Click here for more information
- Wayne Metro Community Action Agency
Support Groups for Caregivers take place the second Thursday of every month
at the Village of Redford, Fire Side Room , 25330 West Six Mile Road, Redford.
From 10:00 a.m.-12noon.
All are welcome! Respite Care is available please call Nancy Coman at 313-843-2550, ext 233
- Free Workshops for Senior Citizens, People Caring for Seniors, & Non-Parent Caregivers. Wayne County Neighborhood Legal Services - Elder Law Centers offers "First Tuesdays" Click here for more information.
Informational Links
A.A.R.P site www.aarp.org.
National Council of Senior Citizens site www.benefitscheckup.org
Coalition for quality Patient care site: www.consumers.org
National Aging Information Center site: www.aoa.gov
National Academy of Elder Law site: www.naela.org
Alzheimer's Association Home page site: www.alz.org
MPRO site: www.mpro.org
Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral Center site: www.alzheimers.orgClick here for: 10 Ways to Advocate for Seniors
Dial-a-Ride Schedule for August
Tel-A-Care
Tel-A-Care is a service provided by the Redford Senior Department....it is a daily telephone call placed Monday through Friday, from either a volunteer or an employee of the Senior Department.
If you life alone, if you are ill, if you just want the sound of a friendly voice each morning between the hours of 9 am and 10 am... we would love to have you on our list.
An application form is available at the Redford Senior Office
12121 Hemingway
Office Hours 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Mon - FriIF YOU KNOW SOMEONE THAT WOULD LIKE OR NEEDS THIS SERVICE, YOU CAN PICK UP A FORM FOR THEM! ALL COMPLETE FORMS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE SENIOR OFFICE.
For more information please call: (313) 387-2788
Daily Activities
Stay Active - Enjoy a variety of fun activities with other senior citizens. Activities run throughout the day.
Hot Lunch Program
Wayne County Nutritional Program - Seniors are encouraged to join us for a hot meal and camaraderie with peers during our hot lunch program. Seniors interested in coming in for congregate meals must call 24 hours in advance no later than 11:00 a.m. to order a meal the next day at 313-387-2778. Thank you.
Transportation Services
Click here for a list of companies that offer transportation for physician appointments, dental appointments and any medical related appointments. The Redford Township Senior Department does not recommend and/or endorse any of these companies. This is being provided for your information only.
The FILE OF LIFE
"This Information Card Could Someday Save Your Life"The FILE OF LIFE is a mini-medical history card that fits into a magnetized red plastic folder. The folder is easily attached to a refrigerator door for visibility. Should you be unable to communicate with local emergency personnel...they know where to locate the FILE OF LIFE.
The FILE OF LIFE is a record card that lists all your current medications, illnesses, physician and family/friend contact. This information is personal...you fill out the card and keep it up to date. There is NO COST INVOLVED. This is FREE!
Pick up your FILE OF LIFE at the Senior Center Office, located in the Community Center Building, 12121 Hemingway. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
The only requirement is that you are a Redford Township resident and over the age of 55 years old.
If you feel you may need assistance in filling out the form, please bring all your medications with you.Loan Closet
Loan Closet, Redford is open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. for Redford Residents only. We have walkers, crutches, canes etc. available. For more information please call 313-387-2788.
Senior Housing
Minock Meadows Senior Apartments - Enjoy a lifestyle free of home-owner responsibilities such as snow removal and grass cutting . Beautifully landscaped with seniors in mind..... (more information)
Gift Shop
Gift Shop - The gift shop is staffed by volunteers Monday-Friday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. All crafts are handmade by talented seniors. For more information call 313-387-2788.
Take a Trip with the Redford Senior Citizen Commission
Seniors Ride Connector Bus For Free
Redford seniors age 62 and over can ride the Redford Connector bus for free. Seniors can pickup tickets from the connector Office (directly behind the Water Board Building) Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. - 4p.m. All seniors must fill out and sign an affidavit in person verifying their age and residency if they are first time users only. Only the following will be accepted as verification: A current and valid driver's license, a Michigan ID card, or voter's registration card. No other ID will be accepted.
Cost per trip for disabled persons is $1; the general public is charged $2 per trip.
The mini-bus provides curb to curb service throughout the Township, with many selected trips outside Redford, including those to area shopping malls, restaurants and special events. The Connector will also take you to appointments at Botsford, Garden City and St. Mary's Hospitals. Busses are equipped with a lift-ramp to assist disabled persons. The service is available Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. You must call at least one day in advance, and all service is available on a first served basis. Call 387-2770 (between 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.) to make reservations or for further information.
Volunteers are needed in the following areas:
Cancer Pad Volunteers Needed
Join us at the Redford Community Center at 12121 Hemingway every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 9am - 2pm to help sew pads for community members suffering with cancer. The fabric used is donated by members of the community so your need only to bring your scissors, needle and thread. Touch someone's life today by putting your sewing skills to work and make new friends while participating in a rewarding endeavor.
Meals-on-Wheels
If you enjoy helping others Meals-On-Wheels and Congregate meals needs your help packaging food for home-bound seniors! The hours for this program is Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. For more information please call 313-387-2788.
Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting ?
If the answer is yes, Angel Care needs your assistance making baby blankets for parents. For more information please call 313-387-2788.
Are you a gardener?
The Redford Senior and Youth Department need help growing a vegetable garden for the Redford Interfaith Food Pantry. All food will be distributed to needy seniors and families residing in Redford Twp. For more information please call 313-387-2788.
