"If you want to control long-term health care costs, allow people to age with dignity, autonomy and respect in communities of their choice," said Preve." 'State aging leaders urge Hochul to increase funding for older adults' @NY1spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/ca…#endwaitlists
NYSOFA’s Older New Yorkers’ Day ceremony again broke records. Nearly 300 guests gathered to recognize over 100 older New Yorkers for their exceptional volunteerism. Learn more about these amazing people at aging.ny.gov/news/nysofa-cel….
Upheval in the home care system negatively impacts the people who rely on it to live in the community, and we support legislative measures to protect home care and create transparency. "Albany rally demands transparency in CDPAP home care program" wnyt.com/top-stories/albany-…@WNYT
Scammers love uncertainty. They use real news to make their fake messages sound convincing. They may claim to be from SSA, Medicare, IRS, or VA, but their goal is simple: to steal your money or personal info. Staying skeptical is staying protected.
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ICYMI! .@NYHealthCommish: "There is still time to get a flu shot and remember, flu can be treated with antiviral medication if started within 48 hours of symptom onset and your doctor deems appropriate." health.ny.gov/press/releases…
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has released a new draft policy that bolsters the agency’s commitment to increasing outdoor recreational opportunities for people with disabilities and they want your input. Learn more at dec.ny.gov/news/press-releas…
Aging services support disabled older adults who need the recreation, and mental & physical health benefits of the outdoors. Clarifying the policy for everyone who needs an OPDMD will help reduce barriers to disabled older adults and caregivers. @NYSDECtinyurl.com/4d82yxvb
ACL has awarded ~$8.4M to expand person-centered, trauma-informed services through an expert-led resource & technical assistance center aiming to ensure Holocaust survivors and others receive care that promotes dignity, empowerment, and resilience. acl.gov/news-and-events/anno…
Nonprofits keep NY strong all year long – now we need Governor Hochul to #StandWithNonprofits.
As we head into the holidays, we have an opportunity to finish the year right. @governor.ny.gov it’s time to sign S.7001 / A.7616!
ALT GOVERNOR HOCHUL: Sign S.7001/A.7616 Now! #FairContractsNow Personal holding a sign reading "promises don't pay bills"
TODAY at 10 a.m. ET: Watch the HHS livestream of "The Power of Caregivers for a Healthy America" at hhs.gov/live. Remarks from the Secretaries of Health & Human Services and Veterans Affairs, hashtag#caregivers, and members of Congress.
Your disability doesn’t define you. Your talent does. Employment First means real jobs for New Yorkers with disabilities. Learn about Employment First with New York State: ny.gov/EmploymentFirst
NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen & @AgingNY Executive Director Becky Preve had an opportunity to hear firsthand about the work of Jefferson County Office for the Aging in delivering great services to older adults at the office's public hearing on its annual plan update. @AndrewgrayS