“Our mission is to advocate, assist, and provide services that enrich the quality of life and promote the independence and dignity of older individuals and their families"

“Our mission is to advocate, assist, and provide services that enrich the quality of life and promote the independence and dignity of older individuals and their families"

Caregiver Services

Meeting the needs of the caregiver and enhancing support given to the care receiver.



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In-Home Services

Services provided to support in-home independence and safety. 





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Senior Services

Additional support services that help older adults live successfully and independently in their communities. 


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Nutritional Services

Promoting health and well-being of older individuals through these programs that serve to reduce hunger and food insecurity and promote socialization. 

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Caregiver Services

Meeting the needs of the caregiver and enhancing support given to the care receiver.

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In-Home Services

Services provided to support in-home independence and safety. 

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Senior Services

Additional support services that help older adults live successfully and independently in their communities. 

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Nutritional Services

Promoting health and well-being of older individuals through these programs that serve to reduce hunger and food insecurity and promote socialization. 

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About Us


Madison County Office for the Aging helps older adults and their caregivers live with dignity by providing access to a variety of home and community-based services. Our unique value proposition is that we understand how aging can affect an individual's ability to stay in their current living situation, so we strive to maximize independence for our clients by offering cost-effective non-medical support services tailored to meet each person’s needs.


Our mission is to ensure that all individuals are able to age in place at home while feeling supported and safe. Our vision is simple: We want everyone in Madison County who needs help as they age to have access not only to quality care, but also peace of mind knowing that they can stay close with family members throughout the aging process.


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Notes From Our Clients


Notes From Our Clients


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Ask Governor Hochul & State Legislators to STOP AGEISM in New York

We’re advocating for the Governor to reassess her priorities and double the state’s budget for aging services.  This increase can help meet the demand for services. 


Please make your voice heard by completing and signing our letter for submission.  You can return this by fax at 315-697-5777 or by email to information@ofamadco.org.  


We appreciate all your time and support!



February 2024


Dear Governor Hochul & State Legislators


I am writing to urge you to double critical funding to the New York State Office for the Aging to protect vital services for older New Yorkers.  Older New Yorkers contribute $72 Billion dollars to New York’s economy in state and local taxes, yet only .08% of NY’s budget goes to fund services that help older adults age in their homes and communities.  NY claims it is the first Age Friendly State in the nation with initiatives like Age-Friendly Health Systems and a Master Plan on Aging. New York State ranks fourth in the nation in the number of adults age 60 and this number grew by 21% over the last 10 years. Despite over 18,000 people waiting for services, the governor proses to cut 12 million more from the NY State Office for Aging budget, causing more older adults to go without. It is time to #STOP AGEISM in New York and invest in Services that save money as well as celebrate the contributions of older new Yorkers.


Investing in aging programs is an economic benefit for New York:

• Aging programs cost less than 1/10th the cost of nursing home care.

• For every $1 invested aging programs, $8 in Medicaid spending is saved as people are diverted from higher facility cost care that impoverishes them.

• Older adults who live at home, continue to contribute to the local economy through taxes and purchasing of goods and services;

• Aging programs create jobs for local homecare agencies, meals on wheels, adult day services and other small businesses and not-for-profit agencies that assist older adults to stay at home.


Ask the governor and state elected officials to:

Double NYSOFAs budget to $362 Million dollars so seniors can get the assistance they need to live out their golden years at home and #STOP AGEISM IN NY!


*Name: (optional)

*Address: *Zip Code:   


Comments from constituents:



I am counting on you to say “#STOP Ageism in NY! Thank you.


CPR & AED Training for Caregivers has been CANCELED

The March 15th CPR & AED Training has been canceled.  The April 9th class is open to Seniors and Caregivers.  


CPR & AED Training for Seniors & Caregivers

April 9th 2024 

10am-12pm

CPR & AED Training for Seniors and Caregivers

Madison County Office for the Aging

138 Dominic Bruno Blvd, Canastota NY 13032



Get Certified 

* Adult CPR

* Infant CPR

* AED education

* Adult Airway Obstruction Relief

*Infant Airway Obstruction Relief



The cost is $20 for a two-year certification from the American Heart Association. 


To Register call Melanie at  315-697-5700 ext 215 or email Melanie.Liess@ofamadco.org



Presented by Madison County Office of Emergency Management and hosted by Madison County Office for the Aging. 



Spring Outreach Staff Visits

The Madison County Office for the Aging Staff is scheduled to be at the following sites.  Staff will be available to assist with paperwork or applications, and are knowledgeable about programs and services that you may be eligible for.  


An APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED to meet with OFA staff at a site or the MCOFA Office in Canastota by calling 315-697-5700. 



Upcoming Outreach Sites:



Earlville:  Thursday, March 7th at 10:30 am

Earlville Library 4 North Main St Earlville. 


Chittenango: Monday, March 11th at 11:30 am

Sullivan Parks & Rec 701 Legion Drive


Canastota: Wednesday, March 20th at 11:30 am

400 Lamb Ave


DeRuyter: Wednesday, April 3rd at 11 am

DeRuyter Senior Apartments 1630 Cortland St


Oneida: Tuesday, April 9th at 11:15 am

Oneida Towers 226 Farrier Ave


Cazenovia: Wednesday, April 17th at 10 am

6 Carriage House Circle, Community Room



2024 Caregiver Support Group Coffee Hour

2024 Caregiver Support Group 


Conversation Starters are topics that are a great way to get the conversation started. Supportive information will be available on each topic.    


Informal Caregivers are welcome to come to any support group.  You do not need to register first.  The support group is held at the office at 138 Dominic Bruno Blvd Canastota from 10 am- 12 pm.  See the flyer below for a full list of dates and topics. 


Please reach out to 315-697-5700 ext 215 for more information. 


Upcoming Events

Visit NY Connects

NY Connects serves as the Point of Entry for information and assistance to long term services and supports for all ages. 

Long term services and supports are used by individuals of all ages who need assistance to perform routine daily activities such as bathing, dressing, preparing meals…

The goal of NY Connects is forming partnerships to create a sustainable, person driven long term support system in which people with disabilities and chronic conditions have choices, control and access to a full array of quality services that assure optimal outcomes, such as independence, health and quality of life.

Our Agency through the NY Connects Program makes every effort to connect people who are seeking care to the agencies and service providers that can best meet their needs.

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Make a difference and have fun while doing it! Join the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program to share your skills with others, learn new ones, and positively impact our community.

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