Live Well, Age Well

Westchester County’s Department of Senior Programs and Services Newsletter
is a simple, easy way to stay current with upcoming events, programs
and services around the County.

Caregiving

Aging in Place for Comfortable & Safe Support.

Transportation

Accessible Transportation for Seniors & Disabled Residents.

Health

Nutrition News for Seniors Health & Wellness.

UPCOMING EVENTS

	Medicare Information Session Oct. 16, 2024 \| 10 a.m. to Noon These free informative sessions outline the Medicare insurance options that Seniors 65 and older will be required to understand and make choices during the end-of-the-year open enrollment for their 2025 insurance needs. Read more »
	Lotus Lantern Craft Workshop Oct. 16, 2024 \| 1:30 to 3 p.m. Join us for an enchanting experience as The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project hosts a Lotus Flower Lantern Workshop. Read more »
	Join Us for the WPPP for Aging Services Impact Awards Oct. 21, 2024 \| 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Recognizing Elder Care Service Honorees & Celebrating 50 Years of Service of the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services. Read more »
	Will Social Workers be Replaced by Robots? Oct. 21, 2024 \| 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 28, 2024 \| 5:30 to 7 p.m. This 2-part online workshop will examine the potential benefits and dangers of artificial intelligence from the world perspective of social workers in health care. Registration is required. Read more »
	Senior Hall of Fame Dec. 6, 2024 \| 1:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Our annual event to honor Westchester’s outstanding seniors will be held at the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, NY. Read more »
	Annual Public Hearing Oct. 29, 2024 \| 9 a.m. to Noon The Annual Public Hearing provides an opportunity for residents to learn about and speak out on concerns that affect Westchester County’s seniors and their families. Read more »

RESOURCES YOU CAN USE

GetSetUP GetSetUp is an online community of people who want to learn new skills, connect with others and unlock new life experiences. Read more »	NY Connects Long term services and supports for NYS residents with disabilities. DSPS Referral Line (914) 813-6300, WILC Referral Line (866) 715-4700. Read more »
Eligible Families Families participating in WIC can receive up to $50 in Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) coupons. Read more »	DOROT Westchester You’d be amazed at the community you can find from the comfort of your own home! Read more »

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MONTH

QUICK LINKS

	Medicare Information Session Oct. 16, 2024 \| 10 a.m. to Noon These free informative sessions outline the Medicare insurance options that Seniors 65 and older will be required to understand and make choices during the end-of-the-year open enrollment for their 2025 insurance needs. Read more »
	Lotus Lantern Craft Workshop Oct. 16, 2024 \| 1:30 to 3 p.m. Join us for an enchanting experience as The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project hosts a Lotus Flower Lantern Workshop. Read more »
	Join Us for the WPPP for Aging Services Impact Awards Oct. 21, 2024 \| 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Recognizing Elder Care Service Honorees & Celebrating 50 Years of Service of the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services. Read more »
	Will Social Workers be Replaced by Robots? Oct. 21, 2024 \| 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 28, 2024 \| 5:30 to 7 p.m. This 2-part online workshop will examine the potential benefits and dangers of artificial intelligence from the world perspective of social workers in health care. Registration is required. Read more »
	Senior Hall of Fame Dec. 6, 2024 \| 1:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Our annual event to honor Westchester’s outstanding seniors will be held at the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, NY. Read more »
	Annual Public Hearing Oct. 29, 2024 \| 9 a.m. to Noon The Annual Public Hearing provides an opportunity for residents to learn about and speak out on concerns that affect Westchester County’s seniors and their families. Read more »