55 Kip Center is Bergen Countys first nationally accredited senior center of excellence and the second center to achieve the credential in the State of New Jersey. The Center has been "building bridges for successful aging" since 1985 when it was incorporated as a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization. In partnership with the Interfaith Council of Rutherford (representing nine faith communities) the Center first opened its doors in a local parish house providing programs activities and meals for older adults on Saturdays only. In April 1995