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What is Respite? Care provided to a loved one with a special need to give temporary relief to a family caregiver.

Who? Me? Take the Caregiver Self-Assessment to help determine your respite needs: https://www.healthinaging.org/sites/default/files/media/pdf/Caregiver-Se…

How Can I Get Started? Contact the Office for Aging at 778-2411 to find out about respite options.

How Can I Get Involved? Volunteer at our Yesteryears adult day sites or start a program for your organization. Training is provided. Contact 778-2946 for more information.

Call us today and let the experts help guide you through the maze of services and programs that help older adults remain independent in the community.

Broome County Office for Aging has information about a wide variety of services for seniors, their families and caregivers, including, but not limited to:

Home Care
Home Delivered Meals
Transportation Options
Housing Options
Caregiver Services

For more information call 607-778-2411.

Would you like to learn about a rewarding volunteer opportunity as a Meals on Wheels driver and visitor?  Stop by the open house at 85 Walnut Street in Binghamton, April 29 – May 3, from 10:30am to noon.

Without volunteers, Meals on Wheels would be unable to deliver nourishing meals to seniors who are unable to prepare their own meals. Many participants are homebound and as meals are delivered, volunteers provide a check on each participant’s
well-being. Often, a volunteer is the only person a participant may see in a day.

Routes are available throughout Broome County. Volunteers are needed on weekdays, 11:15am – 1pm. For more information, call 607-778-6205.

This year’s theme, Connect, Create, Contribute, encourages older adults to:

Connect with friends, family, and services that support community participation
Create by engaging in activities that promote learning, health, and personal enrichment
Contribute time, talent, and life experience to benefit others

A key to healthy aging is staying active and socially engaged. Learn how you can “Connect, Create, Contribute” at your local senior center. Visit broomecountyny.gov/senior for all the services the Office for Aging offers, including senior centers. You can also call the Office at 607-778-2411.

We hope you will join us in celebrating Older Americans Month!

Celebrate all mothers and special mentors TOMORROW, Friday, May 10, 2019 at participating Broome County Senior Centers.

Enjoy a delicious lunch: salmon patty with a dill sauce or basil chicken, rice pilaf, vegetable and homemade banana cake for dessert. Lunch is served around 12 noon.

Treat a mother or special lady who has made a positive impact on you or just gather friends for a nice day out!
Call Emma at (607) 778-2411 by 1pm today to reserve your lunch.

Lunch is a suggested contribution of $3.50 for people age 60+ and their spouse of any age, and a charge of $4.50 for those under age 60.
No one age 60+ shall be denied a meal due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.

Get ready to kick off the summer season! Enjoy a Chicken BBQ Luncheon at participating Broome County Senior Centers, around noon on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. It’s sure to be a tasty meal, including rotisserie baked chicken, red potato salad, baked beans & strawberry shortcake!

Be sure to reserve your meal by calling the senior center of your choice by noon on Tuesday, May 21st. Contact the Office for Aging at (607) 778-2411 for the phone number of a center near you.

Lunch is a suggested contribution of $4.25 for those ages 60+ & spouse of any age, and a charge of $5.25 for anyone under age 60. Those age 60+ & spouse of any age will not be denied service due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.

Your source for monthly information about programs and services for older adults in Broome County.

FEATURES INCLUDE:
Services to Maintain and Enhance Independence
Nutrition Information and Healthy Recipes
Exercise Classes and Hiking Groups
Scam and Abuse Prevention
Household Energy Programs and Tips
Senior Center Activities, Trips and Meals
Lifelong Learning Opportunities
Caregiver Services
Crafts, Creativity, Contests, and Puzzles
Volunteer Opportunities
And much more…

To arrange a subscription for yourself or as a gift, call the Office for Aging at 607-778-2411.

Join us for our 5th annual summer program and race events!

Open to anyone 55 years or older!

Summer Program: July 8 – Aug 30 Mondays & Fridays, 6:30 PM

Race Festival: Saturday, Sept 7, 8:30 AM

Race Events: 1 Mile or 5K (3.1 miles) on a flat, certified course!

Awards Divisions: Run, Walk or Wheelchair

Location: Coal House Café at the Vestal Rail Trail

Fee: $10 Includes summer program, T-shirt, race registration, finisher’s medal, awards, refreshments & more!

Register Today! For more information, call: 607-778-2411.

The Broome County Office for Aging invites you to attend the 2019 Senior Pinic & Fun Fest on Wednesday, June 19, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at SUNY Broome (907 Front St., Binghamton).

Enjoy music by Rich Wilson and Orange Blossom Special, Bill Flynn live on Solid Gold 104.5, plus many fun activities!

The deadline for tickets is Tuesday, June 18.  Advance meal tickets are required and can be picked up at any senior center. 

A contribution of $4.25 is requested for those age 60+ and spouse of any age.  Those 60 and over and their spouse of any age will not be denied service due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.  For all others, the ticket price is $4.25.  Call 778-2411 for more information. 

Farmers’ Market Coupons are $20 worth of vouchers that can be exchanged for produce at local farmers’ markets.

To be eligible, you must: (1) provide proof of age (must be age 60 or older), (2) bring your BC Office for Aging ID Card or complete an ID application on site, and (3) meet the income guidelines: $1,926/month for a one-person household; $2,607/month for a two-person household; or $3,289/month for a three-person household.

Dates and Locations for Coupon Distribution:
7/11 Johnson City Senior Center, 9:30-11:30 am
7/12 Northern Broome, Whitney Point, 10:30-11:30 am
7/15 Eastern Broome, Harpursville, 10-11:30 am
7/17 Broome West, Endwell, 9:30-11:30 am
7/23 First Ward, Binghamton, 9:30-11 am
7/25 North Shore Towers, Binghamton, 10-11:30 am
7/26 Vestal Senior Center, Vestal 10:30-11:30 am

For more information, please call (607) 778-2411.