Seniors in Salem County
Salem County is the least populous county in New Jersey, with farms, marshes and small towns along the Delaware River. Historic Salem City has some of the state's oldest buildings. The county's SCOOT transportation service helps residents who do not drive.
Salem, Pennsville, Penns Grove, Carneys Point, Woodstown, Pittsgrove, Pilesgrove, Elmer
Good places to go
Day trips statewideA river fort in Pennsville with views of the Delaware and picnic spots.
Lakeside trails and picnic areas in Pittsgrove.
Marshland trails for birdwatching in Pennsville.
A 1734 brick house in Lower Alloways Creek.
A long running rodeo in Pilesgrove on summer Saturday nights.
Statewide help that works in Salem
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