While we are one of eight Senior Centers in Broome County, New York, we are an independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your membership fee is a vital part of our funding and helps support our Center and the programs and services we offer.

Although we are a membership-based organization, no older adult will be denied access to our Center due to inability to pay. Fee waivers and installment plans are available to remove financial barriers and ensure equitable access to services that support health, nutrition, social connection, and independent living.

You do NOT need to be a member of our Center to participate in the lunch program.

Everyone is welcome. A reservation is required.

Yes, we’d love to give you a tour! It’s a great way for us to showcase our Center and talk about the programs and activities we offer. Please feel free to stop by Tuesday – Friday for a tour.

The lunch program is funded by: NYS Office for Aging, the US Department of Health & Human Services – Administration on Community Living and the Broome County Office for Aging.

A voluntary suggested contribution of $4.00 is requested for people age 60+ and spouse of any age. No one age 60+ shall be denied a meal due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Envelopes are provided for privacy.

Those under age 60 are charged $5.00 per meal.

SNAP benefits (EBT cards) can be used for lunch. See the front desk for assistance.

A lunch reservation is required; call 607-797-3145 to reserve. Please reserve by noon the day before at the latest.

AARP Foundation volunteers are at the Center to do taxes free of charge starting in February through the first week of April. Exact dates will be posted on our website once available.

We start accepting calls for appointments the second week of January. See the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to make an appointment. Phone calls for tax appointments will be taken Tuesday through Friday; we are unable to accept calls

on Mondays.

Farmer’s Market Coupons are vouchers that can be exchanged for produce at local farmers’ markets. The program assists individuals who meet age and income guidelines with buying fresh produce. Eligible individuals can receive one booklet per year.

Eligibility requirements:

1) Provide proof of age (must be age 60 or older)

2) Be a New York State resident

3) Have a Broome County Office for Aging ID Card with you or fill out an ID application

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Income guidelines are published each year (proof of income not required).

Broome County Office for Aging typically distributes the coupons at the local Senior Centers in July each year.

Hopefully this isn’t a frequently asked question, but we do want you to be aware of how to handle any concerns that arise.

The Johnson City Senior Center is committed to providing a welcoming, safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants. We recognize that a client may occasionally have a concern or grievance regarding a program, activity, service, volunteer, staff member, or other aspect of their experience at the Johnson City Senior Center. We have a detailed Grievance Policy that provides a clear and fair process for expressing concerns and reviewing and responding to those concerns.

There is also a Suggestion Box in the lobby if needed.