Senior Citizens Activities Network is a non-profit organization and has been Keeping Seniors Active, Healthy, and Connected Since 1988. SCAN is located in the eastern portion of Monmouth County, NJ. Ocean and Monmouth Counties are home to the second largest number of senior citizens in the USA -- second only to Florida. Our membership reflects the active lifestyle, vibrancy, and social networking strength of our organization. We know that education, community resources, and technology can be effectively combined to create an enriched, engaging social environment where older adults will continue to grow intellectually as well as physically and emotionally. Our programs create the opportunity for adults aged 55+ to thrive and help them sustain their independence, health, and happiness. At our Monmouth Mall Hub, SCAN offers three 13-week semesters of educational and inspiring classes that include art, literature, technology, yoga, tai chi, music, TV production, and much more. The Mall location also features special events and workshops, as well as a SHIP counselor who provides Medicare consultations. SCAN in the Community
SCAN brings high impact programs, providing socialization, recreation, education, and technology opportunities, to seniors in their own communities in Monmouth and Ocean Counties.
• Take Control of Your Health is a free 6-week evidence-based workshop that offers adults and caregivers strategies for managing their chronic health conditions.
• Diabetes Self-Management Program is a free 6-week evidence-based workshop for people with diabetes who need to learn to effectively manage their health, nutrition, exercise, and medications.
• Successful Aging & Technology (SAT) is a free innovative 10-week program providing technology training on tablet computers as well as information and resources on successful aging and maintaining and improving your health.
• SCAN at Ocean County — St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Toms River hosts special events such as SCAN’s Lunch & Learn Series. SCAN TV
Each month SCAN produces cable TV shows in our own TV studio which are broadcast on Comcast, Cablevision, FIOS, and our YouTube channel. Visit SCAN’s website for local cable listings or to access programs on SCAN-TV's YouTube Channel: www.scannj.org.
• Welcome to SCAN provides general information on topics of particular interest to the senior population as well as highlighting educational opportunities and resources that SCAN offers.
• Community Connections provides an opportunity for non-profit organizations, government agencies, individuals, and businesses to share their wealth of knowledge and experience. Benefit Enrollment Center
The BEC connects Medicare beneficiaries and disabled adults of limited income to the benefits they may be entitled to receive. These benefits can represent a savings of hundreds of dollars each month. SCAN's BEC screens for eligibility and provides application assistance and referrals for:
• Medicare Savings Programs
• Medicaid
• Prescription Savings Programs
• SNAP (Food Stamps)
• Energy Assistance and much more! Call a Benefit Specialist for a free eligibility screening: 732-587-5870
Our Mission
SCAN’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for all adults aged 55+ living in Monmouth and Ocean Counties through socialization, education, technology, and assistance with community resources.
