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5818 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144
WelcomeFounded in 1968, Center in the Park is a non-profit community center in Northwest Philadelphia primarily focused on the needs of older people. The Center fosters respect, independence, and personal growth for each individual. As a community resource, it provides access to supportive services and activities.The programs at Center in the Park are meant to provide opportunities for older adults to participate in social, recreational, health and fitness, arts and humanities and lifelong learning activities. Members are encouraged to make their voices heard at the Center and in their communities through service and volunteer opportunities. Like Us on Facebook!
CIP Living Well Players - "Shelly & Toby" |
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Did you know?... Save The Date! - CIP's annual benefit concert "Music For The Spirit" will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2012. Click here for more information.
Sign-up to attend Harvest Health Workshops at Center in the Park or to host a workshop series in
your community. You may be eligible to copy and use this FREE Discount Prescription Card at more than 58,000 pharmacies nationwide! Thank You - Your gifts to Center in the Park’s 2010 Annual Member Campaign are appreciated!
Center in the Park is now a Neighborhood Energy Center! Are you in need of energy assistance? Click
here for
more information.
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Article from NewsWorks: "Coping with the "holiday blues" the focus of a Germantown workshop" Article from NewsWorks on Seniors and the heat Article from Germantown Newspapers: "Germantown Residents Hear and Tell Stories of Great Migration" Article from Social Security cautioning seniors to be alert for scams CIP's In Touch: Mind, Body & Spirit Program featured in Aging Today CIP Senior Environment Corps - Featured in October Grid Magazine! |
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A Special Place - For A Special Celebration |
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Advertise in CIP's in our quarterly newsletter! For more information contact the Program Office (215-848-7722) or email to: info@centerinthepark.org. Click here for additional information... |
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This month at Center In The Park... What Can A Housing Counselor Do For Me? Do you have questions about Subsidized Senior Housing and how to apply? Have you fallen behind on mortgage or property tax payments? Are you having trouble figuring out how to stretch your monthly budget to cover all your bills? Do you need information about home maintenance and repairs? If you answered YES to any of those questions, CIP’s Housing Counselors may be able to help you with solutions to these and other questions or concerns you may have about your current home, apartment, or living situation. If you would like to make an appointment or just ask a few questions, please call 215-848-7722 and ask for Michelle (x315) or Bernadette (x223) or contact us by email at info@centerinthepark.org. These activities are made possible through funding from the City’s Office of Housing and Community Development.
Need Help At Home or Know Someone Who Does? CIP’s In-Home Support Program (IHSP) provides short-term assistance and on-going basic support services for eligible consumers age 60 or over.
The In-Home Support Program provides a variety of one-time, temporary or on-going needs through a range of services that may include: Funded by PCA, the IHSP provides early intervention and prevention services by utilizing available funds to enable Social Workers to act quickly and creatively to address the needs of older adults. Services are generally brief in nature and goal oriented with the intent of helping an older adult regain his or her independence. A social worker will visit your home to discuss your needs and then work with you to develop a plan that best fits your personal abilities. For more information call Center in the Park’s IHSP Intake Social Worker at 215-849-5100 X 306.
STAY WARM THIS WINTER . . . Center in the Park will be conducting FREE workshops on how to weatherize and conserve energy in your home. Participants will learn why energy costs are rising, how to save money on utility bills and what YOU can do in your own home to weatherize and conserve energy. Everyone is invited to attend and if your income falls within the 150% of federal poverty level you will receive FREE weatherization material for attending the work-shop. Workshops will be held on January 13 & 27. Please register a week before the workshop by contacting: Dan Anderson, Energy Assistance Coordinator (215) 848-7722 ext 219.
Center in the Park is aNeighborhood Energy Center! Are you in need of help with utility bills? Come to CIP and receive assistance with:
Neighborhood Energy Center hours of service:
10:00 AM - 3:00 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays - And 10:00 AM - 1:00 pm on Fridays What to bring:
Some applications do require additional information.
Thank You Center in the Park would like to thank the members and the community who donated to the Holiday Gifts for the Homebound Program. Your kind contributions brought joy to those who would otherwise be alone during the holiday season. CIP’s Social Workers were able to deliver holiday gift items to a record number of 100 individuals! Thank you for contributing to a brighter holiday season for many! | |
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The Heating Season Is Coming - Call CIP's Neighborhood Energy Center - 215-848-7722
Center in the Park is now a Neighborhood Energy Center! Are you in need of energy assistance? Click
here for
more information.
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Contributions to CIP can be made via a secure Internet payment through PayPal
To view images from Center In The Park's 2011 "Music From The Heart" concert, click on the link below.
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Please support the United Way’s Community Impact Fund |
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