Our Mission
Promoting Wellness; Supporting Independence;
Strengthening Community and Cultivating Vitality.
What We Do
We offer lifelong learning and interactive opportunities for residents age 50 and over to stimulate the mind and the body. These include a wide variety of fitness classes, both land and aquatic; fitness equipment, enrichment opportunities; and day trips.
Our supportive services are often fundamental in assisting elderly residents to remain in their homes and our community. We offer home delivered meals, liquid nutritional supplements, minor home repair, telephone reassurance, information and referrals, and medical transportation.
Residency and Eligibility
A resident is a person who pays residential property taxes or resides in Bloomfield Township. Proof of residency is required; and a driver’s license, state ID, Township residential tax bill or current residential lease agreement are all valid forms of proof of residency. Once residency has been confirmed, BTSS staff will create a profile in our registration software.
View details of participation eligibility here.
Our Supportive Services
Our supportive services are often fundamental in assisting elderly residents to remain in their homes and our community. It is well known that an ill or disabled person’s quality of life and quality of care are generally much better in their own home. We offer home delivered meals, liquid nutritional supplements, minor home repair, Friendly Callers, medical transportation, health and wellness information, as well as volunteer opportunities.
Wellness through engagement in enrichment opportunities is truly necessary for people at every level of health and ability. Our lifelong learning and interactive opportunities offered to 50+ residents stimulate the mind and the body. Classes include: health education, volunteer work, current events, and book discussions. A wide variety of fitness classes are offered: Cardio Yoga Mix, LaBlast Dance Fitness, Pilates Strength & Balance, Cardio Party & Core, Cardio Dance Party, Blended Yoga, Barre Balance, Mindful Movement Pilates, Tai Chi, Small Group Personal Training, Cardio Strength & Balance, 1 on 1 Personal Fitness Training, Ageless Yoga, Cardio Core Conditioning, Zumba, Strength & Balance Level 2, Chair Yoga and Yoga for Well Being.
Our Funding
The Senior Service Millage is one half of one percent of a BT tax dollar* and provides only 50% of the BTSS budget. We must generate approximately $750,000 annually to maintain our current level of services.
A full 85% of the non-tax funding comes from user fees and co-pays for services. We believe that those benefiting from programs and services should support them unless they have demonstrated low income.
Annually, we welcome 70-75,000 visits and provide a high level of customer service in a friendly atmosphere. Our supportive services translate into 26,000 "units" representing a ride to the center or medical appointment, an hour of respite care for a loved one living with dementia or a hot meal delivered to a homebound senior. BTSS is a truly cost effective investment in this community; we are turning your dollars into wellness and independence for many. Thank you for your ongoing support!
*Only 28 cents of every tax dollar paid stays in Bloomfield Township for all Township services. 72% of taxes support schools and community colleges, the county, the library, SMART, the Zoo and DIA.
Bloomfield Township Senior Services receives 3/5 of a penny from a tax dollar paid to Bloomfield Township.
Financial FAQs
Tax statement:
CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS AND GIFTS - Bloomfield Township and Bloomfield Township Senior Services cannot guarantee that a donor’s donation will be tax deductible. Donors should check with their respective tax professionals as to the deductibility of their donations.
Contact Us
Contact us at 248-723-3500 or by email.
Memorialize a Loved One
Honor your loved one with a tribute in support of therapeutic activities for Friendship Club, Meals on Wheels or Transportation services. Purchase a memorial paver brick, which will be place along the BTSS walkways. Each donor will receive a certificate and be notified when their brick is installed. The installation dates for bricks are available by calling 248-723-3500.
One size 4” x 8” available for a contribution of $150. Order forms are available in the Senior Center or click here for the Paver Brick online form.