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Coon Rapids Senior Services located is in the Civic Center at City Hall and provides a variety of activities and services to senior citizens. The role of Senior Services is to link seniors with services in the community. We provide and coordinate senior dining, volunteer transportation, social, recreational, exercise and wellness activities, Chores & More, and the Senior Companion Program. Volunteers are responsible for implementing Senior Service programs and a monthly newsletter is published detailing upcoming activities. The Voice of Experience Senior Newsletter (.pdf document)The online newsletter requires Adobe Reader to view. A free copy can be downloaded www.adobe.com.
Anoka County Traveler Transportation Services The Anoka County Traveler has a “fixed” route scheduled to stop at the Coon Rapids Senior Services once an hour. Call 763-422-7075 to receive a schedule. Bus Transportation Links:
Telephone Assistance PlanSenior Citizens age 65 or over or people with a disability may qualify to receive a discount by calling 1-800-244-1111. If you are with an independent telephone company, you would need to contact them directly. When you call request a form to fill out to receive the discount. Individuals currently receiving assistance from SSI, MSA, food stamps, general assistance and medical assistance would qualify for the discount. Discounted Sewer RateTo receive a reduction on the sewer charge, senior citizens who meet income guidelines or disabled persons may apply annually to the utility billing division to prove eligibility. Call 763-767-6438 to apply.
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