(Newton, NJ) The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division
of Senior Services (Area Agency on Aging), and its Advisory Council will hold their Annual
Public Hearing on Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Sparta Senior
Center, 40 Trapasso Drive, Sparta, New Jersey. The purpose of the Hearing is to receive
comments on the proposed 2025 Area Plan Update, which generates funding for Sussex County
through the Older Americans Act of 1965, as amended. The Public Hearing will summarize the
planning and contracting process. In addition, a presentation of currently funded programs will
be provided. Several service agencies will be available to provide information and answer
questions. Attendees will have an opportunity to voice their opinions on current service needs
for the seniors of Sussex County.
A copy of the 2023-2025 Area Plan Contract, including all currently
funded services by the Sussex County Area Agency on Aging, can be
obtained by visiting the Division of Senior Services website at:
https://www.sussex.nj.us/documents/dhs/srsvcs/2023/2023%20APC%20full%20grant.pdf.
If you are interested in testifying at the Public Hearing or would like to submit written
testimony, please contact the Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services,
Division of Senior Services by May 30, 2024, at 973-579-0555, ext. 1382 or email
seniorservices@sussex.nj.us.
Individuals requiring transportation to the Public Hearing may contact Sussex County
Skylands Ride at 973-579-0480 no later than 11:00 a.m. on May 29, 2024, to make a reservation.
