Tag: office of aging

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The Broome County Office for Aging will be distributing $25 Farmers Market Coupon Vouchers to eligible New York State residents aged 60 and older. These vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce at local farmers markets.

Eligibility requirements:

• Aged 60 or older (proof of age required)
• New York State resident
• Have a Broome County Office for Aging ID card or complete an application on site

AND

Income guidelines:

• $2,413/month or less for a 1-person household; Or
• $3,261/month or less for a 2-person household; Or
• $4,109/month or less for a 3-person household

Proof of income is not required. All eligible individuals may receive one booklet per year.

Please bring your Office for Aging ID card. ID card applications are available at all Broome County Senior Centers, can be printed at www.broomecountyny.gov/senior/idcard, or filled out on site during the event. 

Distribution details:

When: Wednesday, August 20 from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Where: Broome County Library, Decker Community Room

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Join the Broome County Office for Aging on Wednesday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Broome West Senior Center at 2801 Wayne Street, Endwell, NY 13760.

Help us celebrate the joy of aging while learning how to protect and empower older adults. Our goal of this event is to learn ways to empower yourself and others and learn how to prevent ageism and elder abuse. There will be activities, visits from elected officials, speakers, information on services, and more.

Lunch will include a choice of marinated chicken, or a beer battered fish sandwich, served with sides and a brownie dessert. Reservations are required for lunch and must be made by noon on Tuesday, June 3. A voluntary contribution of $4 is requested for those age 60+ and spouse of any age. Those under 60 are charged $5.

You do not need to reserve a spot to attend the event, only if you would like a meal.

Open House May 12 – 16

(BINGHAMTON, NY) – Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteers, ages 18 and older, to deliver meals Monday through Friday, from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Routes are available in Binghamton, Chenango Bridge, Kirkwood, Conklin, Whitney Point, Windsor, and Harpursville. Both drivers and visitors are needed to make deliveries.

Anyone interested is invited to attend an open house from May 12 to May 16 between 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m., to see the process in action and learn more about this fun and rewarding experience. Meals on Wheels operates out of the Tabernacle United Methodist Church at 83 Main Street in Binghamton. Visitors can enter through the parking lot on Arthur Street.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The Broome County Office for Aging invites individuals age 60+, along with their spouses of any age, to take part in the “Be Our Guest” campaign this April. If you’re not currently a “regular” at a senior center or haven’t been in a while, this is a great opportunity to learn more about the benefits and fun of participating at any of the eight senior centers in Broome County.

Each visit includes a guided tour and an introduction to the center’s activities, programs, meal options, and special events. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary lunch and receive two meal tickets to use on a future visit.

To participate, schedule an appointment by calling one of the centers listed below before noon on the day prior to your visit:

Broome West Senior Center (Endwell) – Deanna at (607) 785-1777

Chenango Bridge Senior Center – Vet at (607) 663-0406

Deposit Senior Center – Mary at (607) 467-3953

Eastern Broome Senior Center (Harpursville) – Marcie at (607) 693-2069

First Ward Senior Center (Binghamton) – Marianne or Jessica at (607) 729-6214

Johnson City Senior Center – Kim at (607) 797-3145

Northern Broome Senior Center (Whitney Point) – Heather at (607) 692-3405

Vestal Senior Center – Jenn at (607) 754-9596

What: “Be Our Guest” Campaign – Senior Center Tour and Lunch on Us

When: Weekdays in April

Where: Broome County Senior Centers

Who: Anyone Not Currently a “Regular” at a Senior Center (Age 60+) and Spouses of Any Age

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Everyone is invited to a St. Patrick’s Day luncheon at local senior centers on Monday, March 17. The celebration begins around 11 a.m. while a special lunch will be served around noon. All are welcome to come dressed in green and gold and enjoy lunch which includes corned beef or beer battered fish, sides, and key lime pie cups for dessert.

Anyone interested in attending the celebration will need to call the center of their choice and make a lunch reservation by noon on Friday, March 14.

Broome West Senior Center                           (607) 785-1777           2801 Wayne St., Endwell

Chenango Bridge Senior Center                     (607) 663-0406           740 River Road, Binghamton

Eastern Broome Senior Center                       (607) 693-2069           27 Golden Ln., Harpursville

First Ward Senior Center                                (607) 729-6214           226 Clinton St., Binghamton

Johnson City Senior Center                            (607) 797-1149           30 Brocton St., Johnson City

Northern Broome Senior Center                     (607) 692-3405           12 Strongs Pl., Whitney Point

Vestal Senior Center                                       (607) 754-9596           201 Main St., Vestal

Lunch is a voluntary suggested contribution of $5 for those age 60+. Those who are under age 60 may purchase their meal for $6. Those age 60+ will not be denied a meal due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.

What: “St. Patrick’s Day Party at Broome County Senior Centers”

When: Monday, March 17th      

Where: Broome County Senior Centers

Who: For all seniors, family, and friends

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Join Christina Muscatello from Memory Maker Project for a winter blues painting workshop designed especially for caregivers. The workshop will focus on still life objects that are connected by a general theme: What helps you get through the dark days of winter? Caregivers will be encouraged to share their own stories, ideas, and perspectives on the topic, incorporating them into their artwork.

After nearly two decades of helping seniors struggling with memory loss through art, Christina strives to bring joy to older adults by combining personal experiences with the arts and helping to create new memories while reminiscing on the past.

The workshop is being held on February 25^th at 2 p.m. at the Roberson Museum and Science Center. Please call the Broome County Office for Aging at 607-778-2411 for more information and to register.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Everyone is invited to the Broome County Senior Centers on Friday, February 14 (Thursday, February 13 at the Deposit Senior Center) for a special Valentine’s Day luncheon. In addition to a special lunch of roast port or citrus broiled fish with red velvet pie cups for dessert, the centers will have activities and entertainment planned.

Please call the senior center of your choice to find out the lunch start time and to make a reservation by noon on Thursday, February 13 (February 11 for the Deposit Senior Center).

Broome West Senior Center                   (607) 785-1777           2801 Wayne St., Endwell

Chenango Bridge Senior Center             (607) 663-0406      740 River Road, Binghamton

Deposit Senior Center                            (607) 467-3953         14 Monument St., Deposit

Eastern Broome Senior Center               (607) 693-2069        27 Golden Ln., Harpursville

First Ward Senior Center                        (607) 729-6214      226 Clinton St., Binghamton

Johnson City Senior Center                     (607) 797-1149     30 Brocton St., Johnson City

Northern Broome Senior Center              (607) 692-3405    12 Strongs Pl., Whitney Point

Vestal Senior Center                                (607) 754-9596           201 Main St., Vestal

Lunch is a voluntary suggested contribution of $4 for those age 60+ and a charge of $5 for those under age 60. Those age 60+ will not be denied a meal due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.

What: “Valentine’s Day Luncheon at Senior Centers”

When: Friday, February 14 around 11 a.m. (Thursday, February 13 in Deposit)

Where: Broome County Senior Centers

Who: For all seniors, family, and friends

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The Office for Aging invites everyone to the Broome County Senior Centers for a party beginning around 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22 (Thursday, January 23 at the Deposit Senior Center). Whether you like to dance or just be a spectator, there’s something for everyone. In addition to the music, disco party, sock hop, and chair dancing, the centers will have a special luncheon.

Please call the senior center of your choice to make a lunch reservation by noon on Tuesday, January 21.

Broome West Senior Center                           (607) 785-1777           2801 Wayne St., Endwell

Chenango Bridge Senior Center                     (607) 663-0406           740 River Road, Binghamton

Deposit Senior Center                                    (607) 467-3953           14 Monument St., Deposit

Eastern Broome Senior Center                       (607) 693-2069           27 Golden Ln., Harpursville

First Ward Senior Center                                (607) 729-6214           226 Clinton St., Binghamton

Johnson City Senior Center                            (607) 797-1149           30 Brocton St., Johnson City

Northern Broome Senior Center                     (607) 692-3405           12 Strongs Pl., Whitney Point

Vestal Senior Center                                       (607) 754-9596           201 Main St., Vestal

Lunch is a voluntary suggested contribution of $4 for those age 60+ and a charge of $5 for those under age 60. Those age 60+ will not be denied a meal due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.

What: “Dance Party Luncheon at Senior Centers”

When: Wednesday, January 22 around 11 a.m. (Thursday, January 23 in Deposit)

Where: Broome County Senior Centers

Who: For all seniors, family, and friends

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Everyone is invited to enjoy a holiday meal with family and friends at Broome County Senior Centers. The celebrations begin around 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 11^th (Thursday, December 12^th at the Deposit Senior Center).

Guests will enjoy a menu of chicken cordon bleu, sides, and red velvet cake cups for dessert. In addition to the meal, each senior center will be offering a variety of holiday-themed activities.

Please call the senior center of your choice to make a lunch reservation by noon on Tuesday, December 10^th.

Broome West Senior Center                           (607) 785-1777           2801 Wayne St., Endwell

Chenango Bridge Senior Center                     (607) 663-0406           740 River Road, Binghamton

Deposit Senior Center                                    (607) 467-3953           14 Monument St., Deposit

Eastern Broome Senior Center                       (607) 693-2069           27 Golden Ln., Harpursville

First Ward Senior Center                                (607) 729-6214           226 Clinton St., Binghamton

Johnson City Senior Center                            (607) 797-1149           30 Brocton St., Johnson City

North Shore Towers Community Center        (607) 772-6214           24 Isbell St., Binghamton

Northern Broome Senior Center                     (607) 692-3405           12 Strongs Pl., Whitney Point

Vestal Senior Center                                       (607) 754-9596           201 Main St., Vestal

Lunch is a suggested contribution of $5 for individuals aged 60 and over. For those under age 60, the meal is $6. No one aged 60 or older will be denied a meal due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Everyone is invited to enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal at local senior centers around 12 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20^th (Thursday, November 21^st at the Deposit Senior Center).

Those who are interested in attending the celebration need to make a lunch reservation by 12 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19^th.

To make a reservation, please call the center you plan to attend.

Broome West Senior Center                           (607) 785-1777           2801 Wayne St., Endwell

Chenango Bridge Senior Center                     (607) 663-0406           740 River Road, Binghamton

Deposit Senior Center                                    (607) 467-3953           14 Monument Street, Deposit

Eastern Broome Senior Center                       (607) 693-2069           27 Golden Ln., Harpursville

First Ward Senior Center                                (607) 729-6214           226 Clinton St., Binghamton

Johnson City Senior Center                            (607) 797-1149           30 Brocton St., Johnson City

North Shore Towers Community Center        (607) 772-6214           24 Isbell St., Binghamton

Northern Broome Senior Center                     (607) 692-3405           12 Strongs Pl., Whitney Point

Vestal Senior Center                                       (607) 754-9596           201 Main St., Vestal

Individuals aged 60 or older, and their spouse of any age, may enjoy lunch for a suggested contribution of $5. Those under age 60 may purchase their meal for $6.

Those aged 60 or older, and their spouse of any age, will not be denied service due to an inability or unwillingness to contribute.