Center Services

Neighborhood Advisor program

The Neighborhood Advisor Program goal is to reach isolated seniors in the Towns of Lysander and Van Buren by providing information, referral, and assistance accessing services.

The Neighborhood Advisor helps seniors determine eligibility and fill out forms for entitlement programs. The Neighborhood Advisor Program is funded by the Onondaga County Department of Adult and Long Term Care Services

The workers are available by telephone through Canton Woods at (315) 638-4536.

Transportation

B’Ville Express, at Canton Woods, is operated through a grant from the Onondaga County Department of Adult and Long Term Care Services. This program coordinates volunteer drivers with seniors in need of transportation to essential services.

For further information call the B'ville Express Coordinator at (315) 638-4536.

Meals on Wheels

The Meals on Wheels program operates independently of the Senior Center and works out of the Canton Woods kitchen. They provide nutritious, balanced meals for people living alone, handicapped, or temporarily shut-in.

Meals are delivered by volunteers, five days a week, including holidays. A volunteer will deliver a hot meal and a bag lunch to the door in the morning. A small fee is charged. To order Meals on Wheels, call (315) 638-2171.

AARP

AARP Defensive Driving Classes are taught at Canton Woods throughout the year. Contact the Center for dates, times and additional guidelines. *Taking this class may save you money on your Auto Insurance.

Legal Services

Through Onondaga County, Canton Woods offers free legal assistance to seniors over the age of 60. You must be an Onondaga County Resident to receive this service. Call the center for more information.