New York State Office for the Aging

Not everyone is able to travel to one of the many sites that are offering COVID-19 vaccines. New York State, in partnership with counties, established local points of contact to expand access to vaccines through an in-home vaccination program for those who are homebound due to physical limitations, cognitive impairment, other chronic conditions, a lack of transportation, and/or visual impairments, and who do not have access to supports that may help them physically go to an... existing vaccination provider. Find help getting vaccinated in your area: http://ow.ly/bR9U50EZfdw

Have the talk now in case you have a health emergency later in life. www.molst.org

https://shoptasteny.com/ Taste NY on National Cider Day! Long ago in the Northeast, hard cider was more popular than beernow, it's making a comeback. New York is the second-largest producer of apples in the nation! Find out more about New York State cideries and distilleries: https://www.iloveny.com/things//cideries-and-distilleries/

Medicare covers many preventive services. Visit the Medicare preventive benefits page to find out what you may be eligible for: https://www.medicare.gov/cover/preventive-screening-service

View Director Olsen's introduction to a brand-new program aimed at helping older New Yorkers in the battle against social isolation https://youtu.be/AgVRNy_SDlM NYSOFA'S partnership with The Association On Aging in NY and tech platform GetSetUp provides 300+ live, online classes for isolated older New Yorkers! You can register for FREE classes today. Have a skill you want to teach to others? Learn more: https://www.getsetup.io/partner/nystate

Six years ago, my dad had a series of small strokes. He's battling but finally quit smoking. My family works very hard to care for him, it's been a real challenge... Online support for the journey: https://www.stroke.org//help-and-sup/for-family-caregivers For help near you, please call NY Connects: 800-342-9871

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that, per John Hopkins University's Coronavirus Resource Center, New York State has the second-lowest COVID-19 positivity rate of any state in the country. Full rankings: https://www.governor.ny.gov//governor-cuomo-announces-new- #NYTough #NYSmart

November is Caregiving Month! Doris Green of the NYS Caregiving and Respite Coalition and Deana Prest of the NYS Family Caregiver Support Program and here to answer your caregiving questions!

Kick off Family Caregiving Month with Doris Green of the New York State Caregiving and Respite Coalition and Deana Prest of the NYS Family Caregiver Support Program!

Do you have questions for Greg about voting in the time of COVID? Check out the AARP Town Hall and submit your question! https://vekeo.com/event/aarpnewyork-61746/

Tune in to watch Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul & NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen discuss voting safety in AARP's Telephone Town Hall with NYS Director Beth Finkle. https://vekeo.com/event/aarpnewyork-61746/

Older New Yorkers across the state are braving the cold, rain and long lines this week to exercise their most fundamental right and responsibility as a citizen. Consider taking advantage of early voting this year, like Mike Brown of Oswego. Visit your local board of elections to learn about early voting options in your county!

Throughout NY’s fight against COVID-19 and the challenges created by it, the NYSOFA Long-term Care Ombudsman Program has been here for your loved ones. You have a voice. If you need help resolving an issue with a long-term care facility visit: https://aging.ny.gov/long-term-care-ombudsman-program

#TravelAdvisoryTuesday Governor Cuomo announced California has been added to the Travel Advisory List. Additionally, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and New Jersey all meet the criteria. However, given the interconnected nature of the region and mode of transport between the states, a quarantine on these states is not practically viable. That said, New York State highly discourages, to the extent practical, non-essential travel between Connecticut, New Jersey, Massa...chusetts and Pennsylvania while they meet the travel advisory criteria. Please be safe, everyone.

The Medicare open enrollment period ends on December 7, 2020. You can make changes to your coverage and costs until then. But why wait? One-on-one assistance is available from HIICAP counselors at your local office for the aging or 1-800-701-0501 https://aging.ny.gov/programs/medicare-and-health-insurance

NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen took advantage of early voting and cast his ballot in Albany today. Whether you're mailing in your ballot, voting early, or visiting your polling place next Tuesday - make a plan! And then make a back up plan! Your country is counting on you.

If you are suffering...please reach out. If you, or someone you know, is a victim of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation, help is available. @HealthNYGov @NYSOPDV