J&J Refuse - Senior Discount Program

Senior Citizens aged 65 years or older can receive a discount on monthly trash service. Please contact Anna Knoch, Office Administrator, at (330) 425-4497 Ext. 222 or via email. Proof of age must be submitted in order to receive the discount. "Special" bags are no longer required!

LIFELINE - A program of Info Line, Inc.

Q: What is Lifeline?
A. Lifeline is a personal Emergecy Alarm Response System, that provides emergency help at the touch of a button, independently and security, and 24-hour emergency monitoring.

Q: Who qualifies for Lifeline?
A: Senior Citizens aged 62 years or older with medical conditions that reside within the unincorporated boundaries of Twinsburg Township may apply for this program. Also, handicapped adults with medical conditions may apply. Those that wish to apply for this service, must submit proof of age, proof of income, and proof of medical condition.

Q: Are there any fees imposed to those that participate?
A: No, the Township currently receives Community Development Block Grant funding for this services.

Q: Is there a waiting list?
A: Although there is no waiting list to receive the Lifeline services, there is a waiting list to have the monthly fee paid by Lifeline. Through the Summit County Community Development and Info Line, Inc. once applications are submitted, residents are placed on a waiting list for Summit County. As openings become available, they are filled on a first-come first-serve basis and your monthly fee will then be waived.

Q: What do I have to have in order to get Lifeline?
A: You must have a working telephone, and at least three (3) volunteer responders (close neighbors or relatives) who will help you in an emergency situation.

Q: Does someone have to come into my home?
A: Yes, once your application is approved, an identified representative from InfoLine will contact you to arrange for installation of a call box in your home. You will also be given a small wireless necklace or bracelet to wear which lets you call for help without having to get to your phone.

Q: How do I obtain an application?
A: Interested residents may contact Anna Knoch, Office Administrator, for a registration packet.