Senior Center

Shri Sanatan Mandir Senior Center was formed in October 1997. The center started with just 6 members. Currently there are over 100 members. The membership is free. There is no age restriction to be a member. Anyone who enjoys meeting others and would like to make new friends can join. The group meets once a month on a Sunday from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Refreshments or dinner is served at the end of the meeting.

Over the last ten years, the senior group has enjoyed a variety of interesting activities. These include picnic at a park or at the temple and visits to area temples, bhajans from professional singing groups, discourses on Bhagvad Gita and Ramayana, health seminars by professionals, sessions on humor and laughter, yoga and video and slide presentations.

Recent examples of the variety of programs include video/slide presentation of experiences of mandir devotees at Teerth Yatras. Health topics have included blood pressure, arthritis, diet, cancer screening and stroke prevention. Other activities include "Temple Yatra" with a visit of local temples in NJ such as in Bridgewater, Atlantic City and Sayreville. Lunch, snacks and drinks were provided.

The group also celebrates Diwali, Grandparent's Day and senior citizen birthdays. Suggestions for activities as well as volunteers are always welcome.