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Published on January 3, 2023 - 06:13 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 11 (January 2023) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

A Message from NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen With the New Year comes an opportunity for reflection. At NYSOFA, 2022 has been a time of building and enhancing some of our incredible partnerships, including many initiatives that were directly supported in …

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Published on December 13, 2022 - 20:39 GMT

Interactive Online Learning and Socialization Available for Older... December 13, 2022 | 10:40 AM EST Learn more about Interactive ...

NYSOFA and the Association on Aging in New York (AgingNY) have partnered with GetSetUp to offer interactive online programming for older New Yorkers specifically designed to increase activity and wellness, help individuals effectively use digital …

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Published on December 9, 2022 - 22:35 GMT

Winter Energy Fairs to Provide Information and Assistance on Ener... December 8, 2022 | 10:15 AM EST Learn more about Winter ...

State and county agencies are partnering on a series of Winter Energy Fairs, including three upcoming events next week in Western and Central New York. The fairs are free and open to the public. They provide an opportunity for individuals to get help with …

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Published on December 8, 2022 - 11:04 GMT

NYSOFA Shares Resource Guide for Older Driver Safety Awareness We... December 5, 2022 | 4:54 PM EST Learn more about NYSOFA Shares ...

During Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (December 5 to 9), the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) encourages older drivers and their families to utilize several resources that can help avoid safety risks behind the wheel, including NYSOFA’s …

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Published on December 4, 2022 - 12:05 GMT

NYSOFA, AgingNY and Blooming Health Partner to Strengthen Older N... November 14, 2022 | 11:55 AM EST Learn more about NYSOFA, ...

The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and Association on Aging in New York (AgingNY) have partnered with Blooming Health to improve older adults’ awareness and connection to community-based aging services via an inclusive, digital engagement …

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Published on December 4, 2022 - 12:05 GMT

5 Questions with Claudette Royal, NYS Long Term Care Ombudsman November 18, 2022 | 2:24 PM EST Learn more about 5 Questions with ...

Claudette Royal is the New York State Long Term Care Ombudsman. In that role, she leads a program that helps residents of nursing homes, assisted living, and other licensed adult care homes to understand and exercise their rights. Regional ombudsmen work …

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Published on December 4, 2022 - 12:05 GMT

Alcohol Concerns in Older Adults: What to Watch For, How to Get H... November 23, 2022 | 1:43 PM EST Learn more about Alcohol ...

COVID-19 data across age groups have shown spikes in the misuse of alcohol. This is not surprising, given economic stress, loss of social networks, and fears of contracting the virus. These and other causes of alcohol misuse are compounded for older adults …

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Published on December 4, 2022 - 12:05 GMT

Governor Hochul Announces Initiative to Aid Working Caregivers NOVEMBER 28, 2022 | Albany, NY Governor Kathy Hochul today ...

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced an initiative to raise awareness of unpaid working caregivers and the statewide resources available to help them. In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month through November and to gain a greater understanding …

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Published on December 4, 2022 - 12:05 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 9 (December 2022) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

A Message from NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen November has been a banner month at NYSOFA, starting with our celebration of over 94 older adults for Older New Yorkers' Day. If you missed our November 4 program, you can watch it here and also learn more …

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Published on November 9, 2022 - 16:13 GMT

Governor Hochul Signs Executive Order to Create New York's First-... NOVEMBER 4, 2022 | Albany, NY Governor Kathy Hochul today ...

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed an executive order to create the state's first-ever Master Plan for Aging to ensure older New Yorkers can live healthy, fulfilling lives while aging with dignity and independence. Signed on Older New Yorkers' Day …

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Published on November 9, 2022 - 16:13 GMT

State Office for the Aging Honors 94 Older Adults for their Volun... November 7, 2022 | 5:42 AM EST Learn more about State Office ...

The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) recently honored 94 older adults for their volunteerism in every region of the state as part of NYSOFA's annual Older New Yorkers' Day celebration. The November 4 program is available to watch and …

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