Our Mission:
To identify, develop and coordinate resources, policies, programs and services
that support and empower all residents of Maplewood and South Orange
to age in place as full members of the community.

Important Information About Senior Property Tax Rebates
Due to the budget deficit caused by COVID-19 disruptions, the state of New Jersey  is suspending the senior property tax rebate payments this year, aka the "Senior Freeze" and the  "Homestead Rebate."  These programs provide state reimbursement to income eligible seniors to help offset a portion of their local property taxes. This enables many of our senior citizens to stay in their homes as property taxes increase, while their income is fixed.  For some, it is the only way they can afford to stay in Maplewood and South Orange. While it is understandable that the state needs to find ways to balance the budget under these unprecedented times, doing so by cutting these programs will be devastating to our older residents.  

The elected leadership of both South Orange and Maplewood as well as their Senior Citizen Advisory Committees are writing to the Governor's office to protest the cuts.  Please join us in our efforts to help reinstate the rebates this year by calling, writing or emailing our State elected officials, listed below.  Even if you do not benefit from these tax programs yourself, please help your neighbors and long-time residents stay in their homes and our towns.