Mercer Office on Aging needs your help

The Mercer County Office on Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Connection is the federally designated agency responsible for the assessment, development and funding distribution of programs/services for those 60 years of age or older in Mercer County. The office is charged with creating its Annual Area Plan for Mercer County that addresses the needs of older adults and ensures that service needs identified in the plan are provided. 
 
In accordance with the Older Americans Act, the Office on Aging hosts a public hearing and focus groups throughout the year to gather feedback from older adults, caregivers and the public. Due to restrictions because of COVID-19 and the concern for the health and safety of our community, the Office on Aging will gather this data from its online survey this year. By completing the 20 Questions survey, you will allow the Office on Aging to get a snapshot of needs in the Mercer County aging community. The office will accept responses to the survey through September for use in the Area Plan.  
 
For more information, please visit the Mercer County Aging & Disability Resource Connection and the Office on Aging web pages or email adrc@mercercounty.org. 
 
Thank you for your interest and assistance in this effort.

Mission Statement

The Mercer County Department of Human Services fosters a comprehensive human service delivery system that enhances the health, safety, and quality of life for all residents of Mercer County. The department's goal is to create an environment of public trust by empowering and strengthening individuals and families, advocating for sound policy, mobilizing resources, and acting as champions for those citizens who are most vulnerable and in need of services.

Vision Statement

Through its offices and divisions, the Department of Human Services provides funding to community-based organizations for those organizations to provide direct services to Mercer County residents. The department does not provide direct services to Mercer County residents, but directs Mercer County residents to where they can access services. With this funding, the Department of Human Services complies with procurement practices in accordance with the New Jersey Public Contracts Law 40:A:11-1 et seq.