With the New Year upon us many people have updated or changed their insurance coverage. These changes can bring about new health insurance cards being issued. The New York StateWide Senior Action Council (StateWide), is advising seniors to “Guard Your Card,” as Scammers will use various ...

More older adults have access to fresh affordable produce in Chautauqua County, NY! Why? Because of the partnership between SNAP-Ed NY with Office for Aging Services. According to the National Institute of Health, over half of older adults to not consume the recommended number of fruit and ...

If you need help at home, there are a few options available. The type of care is based on what you need and for how long. There are short-term needs that require a skilled service like a nurse or physical therapist. This may be a return to your home after a procedure like a hip or knee ...

Happy Holidays! Are you struggling to find a gift for someone? NY Connects is a great way to connect with some gift ideas for loved ones. This is an excellent way for families close and far to check in to see what services are available to assist Chautauqua County family and friends. NY ...

Question: I changed my plan during the Annual Open Enrollment Period and I still haven’t heard from my new plan, what do I do? Answer: The Open Enrollment Period has come and gone. Many of you have made a change to your 2024 Insurance Plan, and now need your information from the new ...

A third of senior citizens would choose an assisted living facility, especially one that provides transitional care, over a traditional nursing home. In recent years, elderly care has undergone a significant transformation as more seniors enter their golden years in better physical health than ...