There are free weatherization kits available to the community through the Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services. The kits from National Fuel are designed to help Western New Yorkers save money on heating bills this winter. Each … [Read more...]
County OFA To Deliver More Than 200 Gift Bags, Meals As Part of ‘Santa For Seniors’ Campaign
The Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services will be delivering festive gift bags and meals to more than 200 seniors this Thursday as part of the "Santa for Seniors" campaign. Volunteers and organizations have been working the past month to … [Read more...]
County Office For Aging Services Holding Public Hearing To Get Feedback on Programs, Services
The Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services will hold a public hearing on programs and services offered by the department on November 14. The hearing will take place at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 14 during the United Senior Council meeting … [Read more...]
Dana Corwin Appointed As Interim Director For County Office For Aging Services
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel has appointed Dana Corwin as the Interim Director of the Office for Aging Services. Corwin takes the helm following the retirement of longtime director Dr. Mary Ann Spanos. Corwin, a registered nurse and … [Read more...]
Vaccination Events Are Set for Senior Citizens in Chautauqua County
Chautauqua County’s Office for Aging Services is holding a series of vaccination events for senior citizens this winter. The events are being held in collaboration with Rite Aid pharmacy staff as well as community-based organizations, churches, … [Read more...]
New County Public Health Director Starts In January
Chautauqua County will have a new Public Health Director as Interim Director Dr. Michael Faulk steps down. Faulk, speaking to the Legislature's Administrative Services Committee, said that following his recommendation, County Executive PJ Wendel … [Read more...]
‘Santa for Seniors’ Campaign To Distribute Gifts, Meals to More Than 100 Isolated Adults in County
The Chautauqua County Office For Aging Services will be distributing gifts and holiday meals as part of its "Santa for Seniors" campaign. The nationally recognized program will deliver the gifts and meals to more than 200 isolated older adults in … [Read more...]
Local Officials React to News of Lutheran Nursing Home Closing
Local officials are reacting to the news of Lutheran's closing of the nursing home and rehab program. Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist sent out a statement saying, "I’m saddened to learn of today’s news and sympathize with our seniors and all … [Read more...]
County Legislature Accepts Grant to Get COVID, Flu, Pneumonia Vaccinations Out To Underserved Community
Chautauqua County Legislators have approved accepting a grant to help get people vaccinated against COVID-19, flu, shingles, and pneumonia. The $286,500 grant from the U.S. Aging and the Administration for Community Living under the Aging and … [Read more...]
Upper Floors of HRC Building Remain Closed Until Further Notice
The upper floors of the Hall R. Clothier Building in Mayville remain closed until further notice. The second, third, and fourth floors have been closed since November 2 following a water line break. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel said … [Read more...]
