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New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) Teams Up …

WEBIn 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 …

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About the New York State Office for the Aging

WEBIt is the mission of the New York State Office for the Aging to help all older New Yorkers to be as independent as possible for as long as possible, with an emphasis on hard-to …

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Medicare and Health Insurance Office for the Aging

WEBFor more information, contact NY Connects or your local department of social services. For additional information: Information on Medicaid by the New York State Department of …

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Healthy Aging Office for the Aging

WEBSymptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time, often becoming severe enough to interfere with daily tasks. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, and …

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Health Insurance Information, Counseling, and Assistance …

WEBHelp in resolving specific health insurance problems. NYSOFA coordinates HIICAP through its network of 59 area agencies on aging (AAAs), where almost 500 trained insurance …

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New York Second Among States for Alzheimer's …

WEBThe number of people living with Alzheimer’s dementia is growing, according to data recently reported by the Alzheimer's Association, including statistics for New …

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Enacted FY 2025 State Budget Includes Important Investments for …

WEBIn 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.

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63,000 Older Adults Enrolled in Platform to Receive …

WEBOver 63,000 older New Yorkers in 19 counties are enrolled in a program to receive instantaneous communications from local offices for the aging about weather …

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NYSOFA Senior Resource Guide 2022

WEB1-800-342-9871. A variety of health and wellness services such as health screening, flu shots, medication management, nutrition counseling, and physical fitness classes are …

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Medicare Savings Program Office for the Aging

WEBThe Medicare Savings Program, or MSP, is estimated to save Medicare beneficiaries an average of up to $7,000 annually. New York State recently expanded the MSP to include …

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During National Nutrition Month, NYSOFA Highlights Statewide …

WEBDuring 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 …

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Combating Social Isolation Office for the Aging

WEBHealth Effects of Social Isolation. The Surgeon General’s report states the effects of poor or insufficient connection include a 29% increased risk of heart disease, a 32% increased …

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During Medicare Open Enrollment Period, Free NYS Medicare …

WEBThe New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) reminds older New Yorkers that free and objective counseling is available to help Medicare beneficiaries …

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NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING

WEBNEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING . 2 Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12223-1251 . Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor Greg Olsen, Acting Director

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NYSOFA Celebrates Older Volunteers: Photos and Data

WEB935,000 OLDER NEW YORKERS PROVIDE 495 MILLION HOURS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE ANNUALLY. In recognition of National Volunteer Week, the New York State …

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SNAP-Ed NY: Diet and Diabetes, What You Should Know

WEBPeople in one large study reduced their risk of developing diabetes by almost 60% after losing approximately 7% of their body weight with changes in exercise and …

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SNAP-ed New York: Heart Health, It's Up to You!

WEBHeart Health: It's Up to You. By Wendy Beckman, MS, RD, CDN. February is a time to focus on hearts. It’s when we celebrate Valentine’s Day and the people we …

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NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING

WEBThe new law (Public Health Law §2994-d(5) and §2994-g(5)) addresses decisions to withhold or withdraw life-sustaining treatment made by a surrogate or, if …

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Disparities and Health Equity: Some Key Facts for National …

WEBBy Colleen Scott, NYSOFA Advocacy Specialist. April is National Minority Health Month, an important time to consider some of the factors that contribute to disparities in health care.

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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Resources …

WEBThe Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL) is an easy way to get connected to the services you need. The line is available Monday through Friday from 8 …

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NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING

WEBNEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING 2 Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12223-1251 Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor Greg Olsen, Acting Director

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