New York State Office for the Aging Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on October 2, 2022 - 14:15 GMT

Governor Hochul Announces Completion of $25 Million Affordable Ho... SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 | Albany, NY Governor Kathy Hochul today ...

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the grand opening of Landmark Place, a $25 million affordable housing campus in the city of Kingston in Ulster County. The development features 66 new affordable apartments for seniors aged 55 and older, including 35 …

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Published on October 2, 2022 - 14:15 GMT

Celebrating Diversity September 21, 2022 | 9:33 AM EDT Learn more about Celebrating Diversity

By Colleen Scott, NYSOFA Advocacy Specialist October is a time when many ethnic backgrounds are celebrated: Filipino American History Month, German American Heritage Month, Italian American Heritage Month, and Polish American Heritage Month. It’s also …

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Published on October 2, 2022 - 14:15 GMT

5 Questions with Heather Leddick September 22, 2022 | 1:21 PM EDT Learn more about 5 Questions with Heather Leddick

Heather Leddick has more than 20 years of experience developing policy and program materials supporting the management of aging services. At NYSOFA, Heather provides detailed case assistance to New York beneficiaries and 59 local Health Insurance …

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Published on October 2, 2022 - 14:15 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 8 (October 2022) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

A Message from NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen In just a few weeks, on November 4, NYSOFA will be presenting our flagship annual event that honors older adults and their contributions: NYSOFA's Older New Yorkers' Day program. (Watch our save-the-date …

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Published on August 30, 2022 - 12:59 GMT

5 Questions with Doris Karpeh-Diaz of Centro De Amigos August 4, 2022 | 7:15 AM EDT Learn more about 5 Questions with Doris Karpeh-...

Doris Karpeh-Diaz is Director at Centro De Amigos, LLC, a Latino-focused Social Adult Day Services program. In June, you presented a session at the Aging Concerns Unite Us conference describing the difference between "Hispanic" and "Latino.…

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Published on August 30, 2022 - 12:58 GMT

Sullivan County Fosters Community Approach in Vaccine Outreach Ca... August 10, 2022 | 2:58 PM EDT Learn more about Sullivan ...

“We’re Sullivan County, and it’s up to all of us.” That’s the message of a COVID-19 vaccination campaign launched earlier this year by the Sullivan County Office for the Aging in coordination with the county’s public health department. Office for the Aging …

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Published on August 30, 2022 - 12:58 GMT

Community Outreach in Focus: National Hispanic Heritage Month August 23, 2022 | 7:13 AM EDT Learn more about Community Outreach in ...

By Colleen Scott, NYSOFA’s Advocacy Specialist September is National Hispanic Heritage Month. This ethnic group includes any person of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race. …

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Published on August 30, 2022 - 12:58 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 7 (September 2022) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

A Message from NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen Preparing for an emergency means being informed, staying alert, deploying the necessary resources, and acting on an established plan. These principles apply to all emergencies – natural disasters, accidents, or …

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Published on August 16, 2022 - 19:07 GMT

NYSOFA and OASAS Delivering 100,000 Drug Deactivation and Disposa... August 11, 2022 | 6:29 AM EDT Learn more about NYSOFA and ...

The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA), New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), and aging services partners are bringing prescription drug safe-disposal efforts to older adults throughout New York State. Through this …

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Published on August 10, 2022 - 18:57 GMT

Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Strengthen Housing Affordabi... AUGUST 8, 2022 | Albany, NY Governor Kathy Hochul today ...

New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visunauskas said, "Like the rest of the nation, New York is struggling with the rising costs of housing and homeownership. By signing this package of critical legislation, Governor …

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Published on August 9, 2022 - 10:08 GMT

Help for Older Adults Amid High Inflation July 14, 2022 | 5:48 AM EDT Learn more about Help for Older Adults Amid High Inflation

By Colleen Scott, NYSOFA’s Advocacy Specialist No one is immune to the recent impacts of high inflation and other economic factors that are driving up costs for necessities like food and utilities. Older adults on fixed incomes are especially vulnerable. …

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Published on August 9, 2022 - 10:08 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 6 (August 2022) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

Message from NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen Support for unpaid caregivers is a major focus of our work at NYSOFA, an issue affecting 4.1 million New Yorkers – almost all of us at some time in our lives. An unpaid caregiver is anyone who provides unpaid care …

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Published on July 19, 2022 - 19:01 GMT

NYSOFA Issues LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for Older Adults and Aging Se... June 29, 2022 | 2:09 PM EDT Learn more about NYSOFA Issues ...

During Pride Month, the New York State Office for the Aging presents a new LGBTQ+ Resource Guide For Older Adults and Aging Services Networks. The guide provides background on the unique service needs of LGBTQ+ older adults, along with a comprehensive …

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Published on July 19, 2022 - 19:01 GMT

SNAP-Ed New York: Hike to Stay Healthy! June 14, 2022 | 10:52 AM EDT Learn more about SNAP-Ed New York: Hike to Stay Healthy!

July is Parks and Recreation Month Time to enjoy the outdoors and stay safe! By Lisbeth Irish New York State has 180 state parks. The opportunities for getting out and enjoying the beauty of our state are endless. Hiking, biking, golfing, canoeing, …

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Published on July 14, 2022 - 13:02 GMT

NYSOFA Annual Report Details Services to Older New Yorkers, Aging... July 13, 2022 | 11:09 AM EDT Learn more about NYSOFA Annual ...

The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) has published a comprehensive 2021 Annual Report detailing the work of aging service providers who delivered vital services to over 1.3 million older adults and their families in 2021. The report offers a …

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Published on July 1, 2022 - 17:33 GMT

5 Questions About SFMNP Coupons with Druid Cohen June 16, 2022 | 10:41 AM EDT Learn more about 5 Questions About SFMNP Coupons ...

Five Questions with NYSOFA Aging Services Nutrition Consultant Druid Cohen What is the SFMNP Program? How it Works, and Where to Find Coupons and More Information Druid Cohen works as a Registered Dietitian for the New York State Office for the Aging. She …

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Published on July 1, 2022 - 17:33 GMT

Americans With Disabilities Month: July June 30, 2022 | 8:59 AM EDT Learn more about Americans With Disabilities Month: July

By Colleen Scott, Advocacy Specialist This year, July 26 will be the 32nd birthday of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA was the first codified federal legislation to provide comprehensive civil rights protections to individuals with …

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Published on July 1, 2022 - 17:33 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 5 (July 2022) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

Message from NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen NYSOFA recently launched two exciting initiatives that are changing the way we deliver supports for older adults and their caregivers, thanks to Governor Kathy Hochul's commitment in the state budget. With …

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Published on June 17, 2022 - 17:30 GMT

State Officials, the Courts, Victim Advocates Mark World Elder Ab... June 15, 2022 | 4:53 PM EDT Learn more about State Officials, ...

State officials, the courts, and victim advocates stand united on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) June 15, offering information for the public to identify and report abuse, along with resources to help victims. “Approximately 260,000 older adults …

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Published on June 1, 2022 - 13:42 GMT

NYSOFA, AgingNY and Trualta Provide Free Web-Based Support Platfo... May 29, 2022 | 6:59 AM EDT Learn more about NYSOFA, AgingNY ...

The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and Association on Aging in New York (AgingNY) have partnered with Trualta to offer Trualta’s web-based caregiver education and support platform at no cost to any unpaid caregiver in New York State. Funding …

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