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Published on May 2, 2024 - 19:12 GMT

Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults NYSOFA presents views of over 27,000 older New Yorkers Learn more about Community ...

Background The statewide Comprehensive Community Assessment Survey, part of NYSOFA’s Four-Year Plan, was conducted in the winter and spring of 2023 in partnership with the research firm Polco and the Association on Aging in New York (AgingNY). The survey …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 15:11 GMT

During Older Americans Month, NYSOFA Releases County Data from Fi... May 2, 2024 | 9:27 AM EDT Learn more about During Older ...

May is Older Americans Month and the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) today announced the release of county-by-county data from NYSOFA’s Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults. The statewide survey – which received nearly 27,000 responses …

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Published on April 30, 2024 - 11:41 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 27 (May 2024) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

Enacted State Budget Includes Important Investments for Older Adults In the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 State Budget, Governor Kathy Hochul and the Legislature agreed on a $237 billion spending plan to continue to move New York forward. As NYSOFA has said …

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Published on April 23, 2024 - 18:52 GMT

New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) Teams Up with GetSet... April 19, 2024 | 11:13 AM EDT Learn more about New York State ...

In recognition of Financial Literacy Month in April, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) is proud to announce its collaboration with GetSetUp to provide older adults with critical financial knowledge and skills through a series of dedicated …

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Published on March 29, 2024 - 16:43 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 26 (April 2024) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

Older New Yorkers’ Day 2024: A Message from NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen Dear Friends and Colleagues: Since 1965, the United States has recognized May as Older Americans Month to pay tribute to older adults and highlight their achievements and …

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Published on March 8, 2024 - 02:16 GMT

New York State Department Of Health And Office For The Aging Hold... March 7, 2024 | 2:05 PM EST Learn more about New York State ...

ALBANY, N.Y. (March 7, 2024) – The New York State Department of Health (DOH) and the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) continued their series of statewide meetings on the State’s Master Plan for Aging (MPA), with a Town Hall event today in the …

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Published on March 4, 2024 - 16:25 GMT

During National Nutrition Month, NYSOFA Highlights Statewide Prog... March 4, 2024 | 6:28 AM EST Learn more about During National ...

During National Nutrition Month, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) today reminds older New Yorkers and their families of the many state and local programs available to support overall health and wellness, particularly nutritional health for …

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Published on February 28, 2024 - 19:31 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 25 (March 2024) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

Celebrating National Nutrition Month Find resources on NYSOFA's March for Meals webpage Healthy eating is a cornerstone of healthy aging, which is why NYSOFA is proud to support a robust nutrition program for older adults in New York. Our state …

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Published on February 27, 2024 - 21:36 GMT

New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging Hold... February 27, 2024 | 3:13 PM EST Learn more about New York ...

ALBANY, N.Y. (February 27, 2024) – The New York State Department of Health (DOH) and the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) continued their series of statewide meetings on the State’s Master Plan for Aging (MPA), with a Town Hall event today in …

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Published on February 26, 2024 - 20:09 GMT

New York State Department Of Health And State Office For The Agin... February 26, 2024 | 2:38 PM EST Learn more about New York ...

Survey Will Inform Needs and Priorities in the Development of MPA ALBANY, N.Y. (February 26, 2024) – The New York State Department of Health (DOH) and New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) are reminding New Yorkers that the statewide public survey …

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Published on February 14, 2024 - 20:23 GMT

On Valentines Day, Governor Hochul and Dr. Ruth Westheimer Announ... FEBRUARY 14, 2024 | Albany, NY Governor Kathy Hochul today ...

Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted resources available through State government to improve mental health and combat loneliness, as New Yorkers gather to celebrate Valentine's Day. Developed in partnership with Dr. Ruth Westheimer, renowned …

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Published on February 5, 2024 - 22:40 GMT

New York State Department Of Health And Office For The Aging Hold... February 5, 2024 | 4:18 PM EST Learn more about New York ...

The New York State Department of Health (DOH) and the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) continued their series of statewide meetings on the State’s Master Plan for Aging (MPA), with a Town Hall event today in the New York City borough of the …

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Published on February 5, 2024 - 15:23 GMT

Black History Month and Health Equity January 19, 2024 | 3:08 PM EST Learn more about Black History Month and Health Equity

By Colleen Scott, NYSOFA Advocacy Specialist February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements of African Americans and honor the significant role and impact they have made throughout U.S. history. In 1976, President Gerald Ford …

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Published on February 2, 2024 - 22:18 GMT

New York State Department of Health and State Office for the Agi... February 2, 2024 | 4:04 PM EST Learn more about New York State ...

Agencies Sent Joint Letters Urging Local Health Departments, Area Agencies on Aging, and Other Older Adult Services Organizations to Help Encourage Vaccination Uptake Among Older New Yorkers Vaccines to Protect Against Serious Illness from Seasonal Flu, …

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Published on February 1, 2024 - 19:08 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 24 (February 2024) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

Issue #24 - February 2024 Supports for Older Adults in the NYS Executive Budget On January 31, NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen testified at a joint legislative hearing on the human services budget. At the hearing, he highlighted the following investments in …

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Published on January 14, 2024 - 22:24 GMT

Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on Extreme Weather and Wester... JANUARY 14, 2024 | Albany, NY Governor Hochul and local ...

Governor Hochul and local authorities today announced that full travel ban for passenger and commercial vehicles in Erie County will be lifted in Grand Island, Tonawanda, Amherst, Clarence and Newstead today at 3:30 PM. Central Erie County and many …

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Published on January 14, 2024 - 16:47 GMT

Governor Hochul and Local Authorities Announce Full Travel Ban to... JANUARY 14, 2024 | Albany, NY Governor Kathy Hochul and local ...

Governor Kathy Hochul and local authorities today announced that the full travel ban for passenger and commercial vehicles remains in most of Erie County, but has been lifted in the Towns of Collins, North Collins, Concord, Sardinia, Colden and Holland, as …

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Published on January 11, 2024 - 17:24 GMT

New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging hold... January 10, 2024 | 11:57 AM EST Learn more about New York ...

The New York State Department of Health (DOH) and the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) continued their series of statewide meetings on the State's Master Plan for Aging (MPA), with a Town Hall event today in Brooklyn. The MPA is a roadmap …

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Published on January 10, 2024 - 19:43 GMT

New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging Hold... January 9, 2024 | 1:57 PM EST Learn more about New York State ...

The New York State Department of Health (DOH) and the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) continued their series of statewide meetings on the State's Master Plan for Aging (MPA), with a Town Hall event today in Manhattan. The MPA is a roadmap …

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Published on December 22, 2023 - 17:17 GMT

Inside NYS Aging: Issue 23 (January 2024) Inside NYS Aging is a monthly e-newsletter for New York's network of aging services ...

Deadline Extended: Master Plan for Aging Survey Survey now due January 31, 2024 NYSOFA and the New York State Department of Health have extended the deadline for responses to the Master Plan for Aging (MPA) public survey, now due January 31, 2024. …

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