WESTFIELD OFFICE
138 East Main Street
P.O. Box 10
Westfield, NY 14787
Phone: (716) 326-4678
Fax: (716) 326-4641
138 East Main Street
P.O. Box 10
Westfield, NY 14787
Phone: (716) 326-4678
Fax: (716) 326-4641
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SHERMAN OFFICE
115 East Main Street
P.O. Box 570
Sherman, NY 14781
Phone: (716) 761-6144
Fax: (716) 761-6156
115 East Main Street
P.O. Box 570
Sherman, NY 14781
Phone: (716) 761-6144
Fax: (716) 761-6156
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Patient-Centered
Medical Home
Senior Services - Office for the Aging of Chautauqua County
Caregiver Support Program: 716-753-4781, 716-661-7781, or 716-363-4781
In home visits, counseling, and resources for caregivers as well as:
• Monthly Support Groups: North and south county locations.
• Monthly Newsletter: Articles and information especially for caregivers
• Friendly Visitors: volunteers who call or make home visits.
• Respite Care: In facility or day programs, call for more information.
Health Insurance Information Counseling & Assistance: Unbiased information and counseling about Medicare and other insurances; assistance to make informed choices about health care. Comparisons of prescription drug plans, other insurance plans, and assistance with enrollment. Call for appointment.
Home & Community Care Services: Funded services to keep older adults safe and independent as possible in the community, including housekeeping, personal care, adult day care, and personal emergency systems. Cost sharing may be required based on income.
Home Heating and Adaptation Program: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP): Helps low income seniors pay heating bills; emergency benefits (help with disconnection notice, lack of heating fuel, furnace repair or replacement. Annual application required.
Meals on Wheels/Home Delivered Meals: Hot/cold Noon meal and cold supper available based on needs; cost based on ability to pay. In-home assessment to determine eligibility. New referrals need to call NY Connects (716-753-4582).
Jamestown 716-488-9119 - Fredonia 716-366-8822 - Sinclairville 716-962-3455
Senior Safety: OFA works with community partners to keeps seniors safe.
• 911 Cell Phones: Free, available for emergency 911 calls only.
• Blue Light Program: Flashing blue light for your window helps emergency personnel find your home.
• CarFit: Safety check-up for you in your car; tips on how to drive safely for as long as possible.
• Lifeline: Personal Emergency Response System alerts first responders.
• Operation RUSH: Bracelet or necklace worn by memory-impaired individuals prone to wander.
• 911 Rural House Numbering Project: Signs with glow in the dark numbers; call Sheriff to order: 716-753-4900.
• RUOK: Computer generated phone call checks on seniors, emergency contact called or help sent directly if needed.
Adult Day Care Services: Socialization, activities and care for seniors who should not be left alone.
Dunkirk ADC: 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, NY 14048 716-366-8786
Present Center ADC: 358 E. Fifth St., Jamestown, NY 14701 716-665-4899
TAFT ADC: 663 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, NY 14701 716-664-9759
Westfield ADC: 58 S. Portage St., Westfield, NY 14787 716-326-6842
Transportation - CARTS Program: Operates public transportation service on fixed or on demand routes.
Rides to work, school, dining sites, social agencies, medical, shopping appointments.
Call for rates and schedules: 716-665-6466, 716-366-4500, 800-388-6534.
Also coordinates transportation services for Medicaid, OFA, and Veterans Programs:
Medicaid transportation: 716-753-4718, 716-661-7718, or 716-672-8837
OFA Medical Transportation: 716-753-4641, 716-661-7641, or 716-363-4641
Veterans Van Service(local, Erie & Buffalo): call CARTS 716-665-6466, 716-366-4500, 800-388-6534
2-1-1 WNY Information & Referral Service: Free, confidential service; one call allows you to receive information and/or referrals on health and human service needs provided by over 1300 programs throughout Chautauqua Co.: 2-1-1 or 1-888-696-9211
Other Web Sites: Access additional information at:
www.medicare.org
www.ssa.gov
www.aoa.gov
www.benefitcheckup.com
www.aarp.org
Key Words: Aging, Medicare, Prescriptions, Older Adults, Disability - these words can help you on your search.
In home visits, counseling, and resources for caregivers as well as:
• Monthly Support Groups: North and south county locations.
• Monthly Newsletter: Articles and information especially for caregivers
• Friendly Visitors: volunteers who call or make home visits.
• Respite Care: In facility or day programs, call for more information.
Health Insurance Information Counseling & Assistance: Unbiased information and counseling about Medicare and other insurances; assistance to make informed choices about health care. Comparisons of prescription drug plans, other insurance plans, and assistance with enrollment. Call for appointment.
Home & Community Care Services: Funded services to keep older adults safe and independent as possible in the community, including housekeeping, personal care, adult day care, and personal emergency systems. Cost sharing may be required based on income.
Home Heating and Adaptation Program: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP): Helps low income seniors pay heating bills; emergency benefits (help with disconnection notice, lack of heating fuel, furnace repair or replacement. Annual application required.
Meals on Wheels/Home Delivered Meals: Hot/cold Noon meal and cold supper available based on needs; cost based on ability to pay. In-home assessment to determine eligibility. New referrals need to call NY Connects (716-753-4582).
Jamestown 716-488-9119 - Fredonia 716-366-8822 - Sinclairville 716-962-3455
Senior Safety: OFA works with community partners to keeps seniors safe.
• 911 Cell Phones: Free, available for emergency 911 calls only.
• Blue Light Program: Flashing blue light for your window helps emergency personnel find your home.
• CarFit: Safety check-up for you in your car; tips on how to drive safely for as long as possible.
• Lifeline: Personal Emergency Response System alerts first responders.
• Operation RUSH: Bracelet or necklace worn by memory-impaired individuals prone to wander.
• 911 Rural House Numbering Project: Signs with glow in the dark numbers; call Sheriff to order: 716-753-4900.
• RUOK: Computer generated phone call checks on seniors, emergency contact called or help sent directly if needed.
Adult Day Care Services: Socialization, activities and care for seniors who should not be left alone.
Dunkirk ADC: 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, NY 14048 716-366-8786
Present Center ADC: 358 E. Fifth St., Jamestown, NY 14701 716-665-4899
TAFT ADC: 663 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, NY 14701 716-664-9759
Westfield ADC: 58 S. Portage St., Westfield, NY 14787 716-326-6842
Transportation - CARTS Program: Operates public transportation service on fixed or on demand routes.
Rides to work, school, dining sites, social agencies, medical, shopping appointments.
Call for rates and schedules: 716-665-6466, 716-366-4500, 800-388-6534.
Also coordinates transportation services for Medicaid, OFA, and Veterans Programs:
Medicaid transportation: 716-753-4718, 716-661-7718, or 716-672-8837
OFA Medical Transportation: 716-753-4641, 716-661-7641, or 716-363-4641
Veterans Van Service(local, Erie & Buffalo): call CARTS 716-665-6466, 716-366-4500, 800-388-6534
2-1-1 WNY Information & Referral Service: Free, confidential service; one call allows you to receive information and/or referrals on health and human service needs provided by over 1300 programs throughout Chautauqua Co.: 2-1-1 or 1-888-696-9211
Other Web Sites: Access additional information at:
www.medicare.org
www.ssa.gov
www.aoa.gov
www.benefitcheckup.com
www.aarp.org
Key Words: Aging, Medicare, Prescriptions, Older Adults, Disability - these words can help you on your search.
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of Chautauqua County Office for the Aging.
of Chautauqua County Office for the Aging.
The mission of Office for the Aging (OFA) is to provide information and services to seniors and their families to promote independence and optimal health and wellness in a safe and secure environment.
NY Connects: 716-753-4582 This number will connect to all services; use this number if a specific number is not listed beside a service or program below.
Senior Services Offices
Information, referral, advocacy and general assistance for seniors and their families:
MayvilleJamestown
Hall R. Clothier Building
7 N. Erie Street
Mayville, NY 14757
716-753-4471
Hall R. Clothier Building
7 N. Erie Street
Mayville, NY 14757
716-753-4471
Jamestown
610 W. Third Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
716-661-8940
610 W. Third Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
716-661-8940
Dunkirk
Dunkirk Senior Center
45 Cliffstar Court
Dunkirk, NY 14048
716-363-3865
Dunkirk Senior Center
45 Cliffstar Court
Dunkirk, NY 14048
716-363-3865
Sinclairville
30 Main Street
P.O. Box 732
Sinclairville, NY 14782
716-962-8131
30 Main Street
P.O. Box 732
Sinclairville, NY 14782
716-962-8131