New York Office for the Aging Releases Three Reports Related to Unpaid Caregiving in New York State.
Michael J. Burgess announced the release of three reports that provide key findings regarding unpaid caregiving in New York State. A major finding in the reports indicates that services which provide support to New York caregivers enable those needing care to live independently in their homes and communities, avoiding placement in institutions and saving state resources.
A Special Message from Director Burgess Regarding the Flu
There remains a high state of attention being paid for matters related to the flu this season and it is important for all citizens to remain vigilant and aware of what they can do to avoid a bout with either the seasonal flu or the H1N1 flu, commonly known as the Swine Flu. I will provide updates on this web site to help older New Yorkers keep up to date on the flu.
Read the lastest flu information
Open Meeting: Aging Services Advisory Committee and Governor's Advisory Committee on Aging
The joint meeting of the Aging Services Advisory Committee and Governor's Advisory Committee on Aging was held in room 250 of the Capitol building in Albany on Wednesday, October 28 from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
The open meeting was webcast live. Links to the webcast are posted on this page so interested parties can view the meeting.
To view the meeting using windows media player use this link:
http://pointers.audiovideoweb.com/stcasx/va91win1520/SOFA_10_28_2009editA.wmv/play.asx
To view the meeting using Real Player use this link: http://pointers.audiovideoweb.com/stcram/nj20real2704/SOFA_10_28_2009edit.rm/play
NYSOFA Provides Testimony to Assembly Standing Committee on Aging on the State of Senior Programs in the Current Economy
NYSOFA Deputy Director Greg Olsen provided
testimony to the Assembly Standing Committee on Aging on October 5, 2009, regarding the state of programs and services for the elderly in the current economy.
Governor Paterson Outlines State Support for Helping Communities Plan for Boomers Aging and Remaining in New York State
Tarrytown, NY. Governor David A. Paterson unveiled support for an initiative today to help older New Yorkers remain in their homes and communities of choice, rather than relocating.
To read the entire press release.
Community Empowerment Grants Announced
New York State Office for the Aging Director Michael Burgess announced that $490,000 in
State grants has been awarded to fifteen not-for-profit organizations and local governments to support the creation of communities in which older adults can successfully age in place.
Funding To Support Nearly 2,000 Housing Units for Low-Income Individuals, Senior Citizens and People with Disabilities Announced
Governor David A. Paterson recently announced $31.4 million in funding for the modification, repair, and rehabilitation of 1,991 units of affordable housing for low-income families, senior citizens, and people with disabilities.
NYSOFA presents testimony to New York State Senate Standing Committee on Aging regarding
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (see testimony).
Governor's Advisory Committe on Aging
To view the meeting that was held Wednesday May 5,2009 AT 1:30 PM of the New York State Office for the Aging joint advisory committee, Please see:
WINDOWS MEDIA
OR REAL MEDIA
State Office for the Aging Director Appointed to Governor's Task Force on Public Employee Retirement Benefits
Governor David A. Paterson issued an Executive Order establishing the New York State Task Force on Public Retiree Health Benefits. The Task Force will study health care benefits provided to employees of the State and local governments in New York by specifically addressing the preservation of quality retiree health care, and ways to make health care more affordable for local governments.
