The Office for the Aging plans, coordinates and provides an array of community-based services to older adults and persons who require assistance in the long-term care system, in an effort to promote independence, dignity and quality of life.
We offer an array of programming that provides socialization, recreation and fitness opportunities for older adults to remain active and energized.
Through its distinctive role of committed advocate and community partner, the agency strives to ensure clients' needs will continue to be met now and in the future.
Call or email before visiting – many issues can be resolved without having to leave the safety of your home, 845-486-2555. Outside the 845 area code dial 866-486-2555.
We can also be reached by email at ofa@dutchessny.gov.
OFA's Nutrition division and Friendship Centers are both seeking immediate volunteer help, especially in the City of Beacon as well as the greater Poughkeepsie area. Visit dutchessny.gov/OFAnutrition to find out more.
Interested in taking part as a volunteer in OFA's "Friendly Calls" program? “Friendly Calls” connects Dutchess County older adults with volunteers who call them weekly, speaking for 20-30 minutes and providing all-important social interaction, helping OFA achieve its mission of helping older adults remain active, age with dignity and live independently as long as possible. Contact OFA for more information on becoming a volunteer. Email bjones@dutchessny.gov for details.
The Spring 2023 issue of OFA's THRIVE60+ newsletter is being printed. We're going to need some help mailing copies to our subscribers. If you are available on March 29th and/or March 30th, or the first week of April, and can volunteer to come to OFA and help prepare issues of the newsletter for mailing, please email bjones@dutchessny.gov.
Counseling services available for navigating health insurance
Information about various services including licensed home care services and more.
Information about Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), weatherization, cooling assistance and other programs
Information about apartments, adult homes, assisted living, nursing home and respite
Information on services to help individuals, families, caregivers, and professionals
Find some of the many services we offer to meet the nutritional needs of persons 60 years and older
The Office for the Aging offers a wide variety of recreation including exercise and picnic programs
Transportation options for older adults in Dutchess County
A summertime tradition for Dutchess County seniors for over 25 years
Find out when the next Office for the Aging events are happening
Weekly newsletter from the Office for the Aging
Quarterly information about news and upcoming events for older adults and caregivers in Dutchess County.
