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Senior News

County joins Dementia Friendly America act

Americans are living longer than ever before. While longer life brings great opportunities, older adults also face an increased risk of developing a chronic health condition or a cognitive disorder. Since September is Alzheimer’s awareness month, we want people to recognize the differences ...

Silver Creek Seniors celebrate birthdays

SILVER CREEK — The Silver Creek Seniors met on Aug. 30 with 31 members present. President Sally Conover opened the meeting with everyone saying the pledge to the flag and singing “God Bless America.” Chaplain Pauline Flitt read the passage “I try not to ask why.” Sally welcomed new ...

State hikes income limits on Medicare Savings Program

New York state has expanded the Medicare Savings Program (MSP) to higher income limits in 2023. What does this mean to you? MSP helps older adults and people with disabilities living on limited incomes by paying their Medicare Part B premiums and automatically enrolls them in Extra Help. ...

Funding formula for county services is complicated

There is an often lot of confusion about how the Office for Aging Services are funded and who is eligible to receive services. So, this month I thought I would explain a little history of our programs and services and how it is supposed to help all people over the age of 60 and caregivers of ...

Silver Creek Senior Citizens group meets

SILVER CREEK — The Silver Creek Seniors met on July 18 with 32 members present. President Sally Conover opened the meeting with everyone saying the Pledge to the Flag and singing God Bless America. Chaplain Pauline read “I’ve Never Been to Heaven”. Lorrie Newman and Sally entertained ...

Silver Creek Senior Citizens meet

SILVER CREEK — The Silver Creek Seniors met on July 11 with 32 members present. Vice President Janice Snyder opened the meeting with the Pledge to the Flag and all singing God Bless America. She then welcomed Jean McDaneld, a former member. Pauline Flitt read “Just Be Good.” Al and Earl ...