(Madison County, NY – May 2015) Older adults are a vital part of our society. Since 1963, communities across the country have shown their gratitude by celebrating Older Americans Month each May. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Get into the Act,” to focus on how older adults are taking charge of their health, getting engaged in their communities, and making a positive impact in the lives of others.
The theme also reflects on the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act. President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Older Americans Act into law in July 1965. Since that time, the Act has provided a nationwide aging services network and funding that helps older adults live with dignity in the communities of their choice for as long as possible. These services include home-delivered and congregate meals, caregiver support, community-based assistance, preventive health services, elder abuse prevention, and much more.
By promoting and engaging in activity, wellness, and inclusivity, more Americans than ever before can “Get into the Act.” While Madison County Office for the Aging provides programs and services to older adults year-round, Older Americans Month offers an opportunity to emphasize how older adults can access the home- and community-based services they need to live independently in their communities. It is also an occasion to highlight how older adults are engaging with and making a difference in those communities.
Madison County Office for the Aging is located at 138 Dominic Bruno Blvd, (off Route 5 in the Canastota Business Park). For more information, call 315-697-5700, visit www.ofamadco.org or email information@ofamadco.org.
Need Help Paying for Medicare?
Medicare Savings Programs help pay Medicare Part A & B premiums and sometimes coinsurance and deductibles. To be eligible as a single household your monthly income must be below $1,324, couples income must be below $1,792.
Extra Help is a Federal program which can lower your prescription copays, deductible and Part D plan premium. To qualify single household income must be below $1,471; couples below $1,991.
For more information call Office for the Aging Health Insurance Information Counseling Assistance Program (HIICAP) 315-697-5700.