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| November Is Family Caregiver Month |
| November, the month for thanksgiving, is also National Family Caregiver Month. We should give special thanks to the family members and friends in our community who are currently caregivers to a loved one. Learn More » |
Senior Resources in the Capital District
| Health Insurance Information and Counseling ('HIICAP') |
Counseling, education, and assistance regarding Medicare, and supplemental health insurance and drug plans, including Medicare Part D and NYS EPIC. Learn More » |
| Contact Information |
Albany County Voice: (518) 447-7177
Ralph J. Scarano, Commissioner |
Welcome!
The mission of the Department for Aging is to enable seniors (60+) to maintain an independent and self-directed lifestyle by providing the highest quality of supportive services to seniors, their families and caregivers. To access the programs and services we support, click here.
We welcome your questions, input and suggestions. Contact us by email at: aging@albanycounty.com; or write us at: Albany County Department for Aging, 6 Floor, 162 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12210; or call us at: (518) 447-7177.
| National Family Caregiver Month |
A month designated annually as a time to thank, support, educate, and empower family caregivers and individuals providing care to loved ones living with chronic illness, disability or the frailties of old age. |
| Medicare Open Enrollment: - Nov 15 to Dec 31 |
Medicare Open Enrollment for 2009 runs from November 15 through December 31, 2008. This is the time for beneficiaries to review their current health and drug plan costs. |
| Reduce High Energy Costs! |
Cornell Cooperative Extension is conducting FREE energy and money savings workshops on three topics: "Making Ends Meet"; "Save Energy, Save Dollars"; and "Exploring Credit/Debt Management Issues." |
| Need More Money to Help Pay Your Heating Costs? |
Need additional $$$ to help pay for your heating costs? Use our benefits checklist to make sure you are getting all of the benefits you are eligible for! |
Upcoming Community Events
Mark your calendars!Click an underlined title to learn more about an event…
| Savvy Caregiver Program |
Weds Oct 29- Dec 3 A six-week program for family caregivers designed to give them the key skills and knowledge needed when caring for a loved one with dementia. |
| Transitions Support Group |
4th Wed each month, 1:30pm The Town of Colonie will provide a support group for seniors coping with a recent loss, death or other significant life change. |
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