Susan Koppenhaver, Director
1003 Development Court
Kingston, NY 12401
Phone: 845-340-3456 or Toll Free at 1-877-914-3456
Fax: 845-340-3583
It is the mission of the Ulster County Office for the Aging to assist and empower older adults and their families to live as independently as possible, with dignity and purpose.
Ulster County will strive to reach more older adults and expand upon its current services by bringing them to remote and underserved areas of the County. This includes new educational health promotion, service enrollment and Senior advocacy program opportunities so they can stay in, and contribute to, their community.
Dear Ulster County Older Adults!
Happy almost Fall! The seasons just seem to be turning faster and faster!
We are all geared up for great programs this Fall. First – don’t forget Medicare Open Enrollment season begins October 15 to December 7 and our volunteer HIICAP counselors are standing by to assist you! They can also meet folks in the community if that is easier. Make your appointments now! Also, for those with lower income levels, the Medicare Savings Program may be what you need right now to save money on your Part B deductible. Ask our Medicare counselors about that!
We have lots of things coming up – please check the Buzz or our website for activities. Importantly, every year the OFA has Public Hearings we do in the community – this year we have one at the Saugerties Library at 1 PM on October 18 and a 2nd one on October 24 at the New Paltz Community Center at 1 PM also. We will be reviewing our past year, speaking about our office’s 4 year plan for future programs and services, and we want feedback from our participants.
We will once again be hosting a Death Literacy presentation on November 1 at 1PM-3Pm in our Senior Hub – please register at 340-3456. The agenda will include paperwork and necessary end of life discussions, and other interesting topics. Presented by Caren Martineau and Bevival.com. Please join us!
Another hint about saving on your electric and utility bills: dehumidifiers, air conditioners and air filters use filters, and they all collect dust. Dust makes the filters clogged, and makes the machine work harder to do its job, so be sure to clean those filters regularly. Also, pugging in several electrical appliances, especially computers and monitors, into a power strip, and turning off the strip when not in use will also save on the electric bill – lots of $$ goes floating away when those things are on but not in use.
Our Respite Program (the Social Club at the Hub) is going well. If you are a caregiver and want to find out more, please call our office and ask for the Caregiver Coordinator, and they can direct you to the next steps and getting yourself some rest and maybe a needed break.
Enjoy the beautiful Hudson Valley foliage this year!
In health and wellness,
Susan Koppenhaver
Director
For information related to the Ulster County Office for the Aging 2024 Public Hearing - click here.
Live Well Kingston interviews John Dowley, Volunteer teaching OFA Senior Technology Classes. View the interview here: OFA Teacher Talks Tech! Demystifying your Personal Devices and Aging Well in Kingston. - Live Well Kingston
Links to upcoming activities and events happening in your area. Find things to do, places to go, and activities to enjoy from home at Age Well Kingston Community Events Guide
New York State GetSetUp - free online classes for Seniors at https://www.getsetup.io/partner/NYSTATE
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