Seniors
About Senior Activities
The senior office oversees all activities relating to the senior population within Redford Township. 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
August Kornowicz, Public Relations
Senior Club Officers
- August Kornowicz, President
- Carol Ouellette, Secretary
- Cheryl Cunningham, Health
- Diane and Barry Matukaitis, Hospitality
- Florence Crowley, Membership
- Garth Christie, Legislation
- Jennie Marselese, Media Relations
- Julian Pierzecki, Hospitality
- Kenneth Bald, Hospitality
- Kenneth Lux, Treasurer
- Lois Wludyka, Vice-President
Announcements
Senior Events and Programming Flyer (PDF)
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed in the following areas:
Meals-on-Wheels
If you enjoy helping others, Meals-On-Wheels and Congregate meals need your help packaging food for home-bound seniors! The hours for this program are Monday through Friday 8 am to Noon. For more information, please call 313-387-2778.
Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting?
If the answer is yes, Angel Care needs your assistance in making baby blankets for parents. For more information, please call 313-387-2784.
Services
Need a ride? Take the bus; it is the smart way to go. The Townships Redford Connector offers curb-to-curb bus service throughout the community and selected locations outside of Redford.
Call 313-387-2784 to arrange transportation. You must call at least three business days in advance and all service is available on a first come first serve basis.
The Charter Township of Redford and SMART has developed a bus system that works for Redford residents. Our Redford Connector knows the challenges that come with the lack of transportation and we are addressing it.
It is necessary to have reliable transportation in order to stay independent. The Redford Connector does just that, it enables someone to remain in his or her home and still get all his or her needs met.
The Redford Connector tailors its schedule so that seniors can get to their appointments. Many of our clients get medical services outside of Redford; therefore the Connector will go to the local hospitals such as Botsford Hospital, Garden City Hospital, and St. Mary's.
The bus service takes riders to the local grocery store, hairdresser, and many other places within the Township.
Rose Kazmer and Stella Paule believe the service is very beneficial. We couldn't live without it, Kazmer stated. The Redford Connector takes our ideas for trips seriously, said Paule.
The Connector has scheduled trips to area malls (Westland, Target, Walmart, and Meijer). Schedules are available by calling the office at 313-387-2784.
The bus runs Monday through Friday from 8 am to 3 pm. Redford seniors and disabled pay $2 per ride and adults 18 to 61 pay $4 per ride. All buses are wheelchair equipped.
Community Center - The gift shop is staffed by volunteers Monday through Friday from 10 am to Noon. Please call 313-387-2784 for more information.
All crafts are handmade by talented seniors. The items are handcrafts and the Senior Fund received 80% of all sales. Learn more information about the Senior Gift Shop (PDF).
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. Learn more information on the Minock Meadows Senior Housing page.
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 am to order a meal the next day 313-387-2778. Thank you.
"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, We have walkers, crutches, canes, etc. available for Redford Residents only. For more information please call 313-387-2784, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
The Redford Connector provides curb-to-curb service throughout Redford 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. Buses are equipped with a lift ramp to assist disabled persons. The service is available Monday through Friday, 8 am to 3 pm. You must call three days in advance to schedule your pickup and all service is available on a first come first serve basis. To schedule a pick up please call 313-387-2784 between 8 am-3:30 pm.
The cost for Seniors 62 and up, as well as disabled is $2 each way; the General Public is $4 each way. Please note the drivers do not make changes. Please bring exact change for the ride.
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. Buses are equipped with a lift ramp to assist disabled persons. The service is available Monday through Friday, 8 am to 3 pm. You must call at least three days in advance, and all service is available on a first come first serve basis. Call 387-2784 between 8 am to 3 pm to make a reservation or for further information.