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10/13/2026

For caregivers of older adults, a NEW event from Lifespan. Learn how to identify scams, recognize red flags and support loved ones who may be at risk. Thursday, November 12, 4 - 7 pm. Complimentary dinner included. Limited to 100 people. Register by Nov. 1. https://www.lifespan-roch.org/new-events

Medicare Open Enrollment is around the corner, starting on October 15 through December 7. Special thanks to Heather Ledd...
10/12/2026

Medicare Open Enrollment is around the corner, starting on October 15 through December 7. Special thanks to Heather Leddick and Caleb Foard of the New York State HIICAP team for participating in this video message highlighting the Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program as your trusted place for help during Medicare Open Enrollment.

Making decisions about your Medicare coverage can be complicated — ...

The most common surgeries for New Yorkers over age 50 address vision deterioration, chronic joint wear, cardiovascular i...
10/10/2026

The most common surgeries for New Yorkers over age 50 address vision deterioration, chronic joint wear, cardiovascular issues, and abdominal wall weakening. To find out what screenings you may be eligible for, visit

Plan ahead with preventive health screening services coverage. Get info on costs, how often it's covered, what falls under Medicare Part B, and more.

10/09/2026
During Emergency Preparedness Month in September, NYSOFA joined the fire prevention and control team from the New York S...
10/09/2026

During Emergency Preparedness Month in September, NYSOFA joined the fire prevention and control team from the New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services for a livestream to further address the impact of fatal fires on older adults. We discussed the top causes of fires in the home, the main ways to prevent them, how caregivers can support older adults, and resources to help. Watch an encore of the program at https://www.youtube.com/live/tFXokc8epsw

10/09/2026
Are you an older adult or help care for one? Subscribe to our YouTube channel for helpful information on all things agin...
10/09/2026

Are you an older adult or help care for one? Subscribe to our YouTube channel for helpful information on all things aging!

The New York State Office for the Aging's (NYSOFA's) home and community-based programs provide older adults with access to a well-planned, coordinated package of in-home and other supportive services designed to support and supplement informal care. NYSOFA's overall goal is to improve access to, and...

The Office of the New York State Long Term Care Ombudsman Program has a new website. Check it out at https://ltcombudsma...
10/08/2026

The Office of the New York State Long Term Care Ombudsman Program has a new website. Check it out at https://ltcombudsman.ny.gov/. The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) is a federal advocacy program dedicated to protecting people living in long-term care facilities. Learn more about the program or consider volunteering by visiting the new site today.

10/08/2026
There are a couple of opportunities to find out about scam prevention coming up in central NY. New York Department of St...
10/08/2026

There are a couple of opportunities to find out about scam prevention coming up in central NY. New York Department of State

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