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OFA Unveils Distribution Plan For Farmers’ Market Coupon Booklets
The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) plans to distribute farmers’ market coupon booklets to eligible seniors at various locations around the county this summer.
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St. Luke’s CAPABLE Program Can Help Make Staying At Home Safely A Reality for Older Adults
After a fall landed her in the hospital, Carol knew she needed some help in order to return home safely. Following a couple weeks in a short-stay rehabilitation center, along with home care services that enabled her to recover her strength, she was still a little uneasy about getting around independently and felt she could benefit from something more to help her confidence in her home.
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Keeping Oswego County Seniors Mobile Is A Joint Operation
Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) works with Oswego County Opportunities, Inc. (OCO) to provide seniors access to medical, pharmacy and grocery services in areas and at times when public transportation is not readily available.
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Oswego County Health Department Announces April Workshops
The Oswego County Health Department hosts workshops and classes in April that are focused on fall prevention for seniors and suicide prevention. Free and open to the public, each event provides a safe and welcoming environment for residents to have discussions with trained professionals regarding physical and mental health.
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Oswego County OFA Offers “Walker Squawkers” For Seniors
The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) now offers animatronic “Walker Squawkers” to seniors throughout the county to help remind them to use their walkers and reduce falls.
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Older Driver Safety Awareness Week
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (December 5-9, 2022) is underway! The annual weeklong campaign aims to promote the importance of mobility and transportation to ensure older adults remain active in the community (i.e., shopping, working, volunteering, etc.)
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Office For The Aging Launches 2022 ‘Santa For Seniors’ Program
The Oswego County Office for the Aging (OFA) has once again organized its “Santa for Seniors” program for older adults who may feel isolated during the holiday season.
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Oswego County Health Department, Office For The Aging Partner To Offer New Program
One in four older adults has a fall each year according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The good news is that falls are not a normal part of aging and can be prevented.
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Seniors To Receive Produce Box At Oswego County Senior Fair
Those attending the upcoming Oswego County Senior Fair will receive a box filled with fresh produce, while supplies last. Boxes will be available on a first come first served basis and will be loaded into the vehicles as guests exit the fair.
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Free Resource Book Available At Oswego County Senior Fair
Ever wonder what resources are available to Oswego County seniors? You’ll find the answers at the Oswego County Senior Fair!