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.
A New Way of Staying in Touch
On April 8th, the Madison County Office for the Aging is launching a new communication service that will come in the form of phone calls, texts, or emails. You can pick the best way you prefer to receive the communication. You will also have the option to opt out of this communication.
If you have questions or would like to sign up please call the office at 315-697-5700
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.
Spring/Summer 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.
Upcoming Outreach Sites:
Hamilton: May 3, Friday at 11:00 am
510 Madison Lane Building 5
Brookfield: May 9, Thursday at 11:15 am
First Baptist Church
Chittenango: June 10, Monday at 11:30 am
Sullivan Parks & Rec 701 Legion Drive
Canastota: June 26, Wednesday at 11:30 am
400 Lamb Ave Apartments
An APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED to meet with OFA staff at the sites listed below. Please call 315-697-5700 to make an appointment.
Morrisville: May 14, Tuesday at 10:00 am
Community Church on Swamp Rd
Earlville: June 6, Thursday at 10:30 am
Earlville Library 4 North Main St Earlville.
Madison County Office for the Aging's 12th Annual Golf Outing & Ball Drop Contest Fundraiser June 14th
Office for the Aging's 12th Annual Golf Fundraiser will be on June 14th, 2024.
Captain & Crew Golf
at
Casolwood Golf Course
4255 Perretta Dr, Canastota NY 13032
Registration begins at 8:30 am
Tee-off time is 9:30 am
Shotgun Start
Includes 18 holes of golf with cart & dinner
$95 per person/ $380 per team
Contests, Prizes & Raffles- all to benefit programs and services for Older Adults in Madison County
BUT WAIT..... you are not a golfer???
You can participate in the BALL DROP CONTEST
500 numbered golf balls will be dropped at the golfing event. The ball that lands in or closest to the hole wins!
You do not have to be present to win.
$5.00 per ball
1st prize $500
2nd prize $300
3rd prize $200
To purchase tickets for the Ball Drop and/or to register your team in the Tournament,
come to the
Madison County Office for the Aging
138 Dominic Bruno Blvd
Canastota NY 13032
You can call for more information
315-697-5700
MCOFA is a non-profit agency dedicated to promoting the independence of older individuals and funded by the US Administration on Aging, NYS Office for the Aging, Madison County & local contributions
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.