Aging Life Services

Older adults can struggle to access aging-related services, transportation to medical appointments, and social opportunities. Our Aging Life Services Elder Care Managers work directly with the client to improve their satisfaction with daily life and feel safer and confident living at home. 

The Aging Life Services Program strives to connect older adults, aged 60 and above, with services to enable them to live safely at home. The program provides social work consultation and volunteer assistance enabling older adults to  maintain their quality of life and dignity. Volunteers provide a connection with the community via home visits, assistance with grocery shopping, and transportation. Social work consultation aides in developing a long-term care plan covering issues related to health, disability, finances, housing, familial concerns, legal questions, and in-home needs. The overall goal is to provide support to older adults in maintaining independence as long as possible.

What Services Does the Program Provide? 

• Home visit to carry out comprehensive needs assessment
• Assessment of the home's physical environment to determine safety
• Assistance with paperwork - organizing, archiving
• End of life planning, legal services, social services, and support groups
• Advocacy with service providers
• Connection to volunteers in the community for help with grocery shopping, rides to appointments, friendly visits and home maintenance 

Who is Eligible to Receive Services?

Older adults, 60 years of age and more living in Otsego County

How much does it cost?

The Aging Life Program is free to participants.

How do I access program services? 

To receive further information about the program or to request an appointment, please contact our Elder Care Manager in our Oneonta office.

Are Volunteer Opportunities Available?

If you are interested in volunteering or learning about more volunteer opportunities, contact our Volunteer Coordinator in our Oneonta office.