*** Special Announcements ***
 

Elmcrest Community Meal Site Moving

 

The Senior Community Dining Program located at Elmcrest Apartments

Will be Moving

When: October 1, 2018

To: Lyceum Heights Apartments, Building #2, 150 Lyceum Street, Geneva

Serving Time: 12:15 pm

Why: Renovations

Information: If you need more information please call 585-396-4837

  
  

Public Hearing

October 23rd 2018 (click for flyer)

   
  
 Senior of the Year 2018 Photos
        

 Wood Library Computer Classes for Seniors (must be 60 years of age+ and Ontario County Resident)

    

The Sweetheart Scam  

Beware of the Sweetheart Scam. Many older adults are falling victim to this scam. In 2013 there were 6,412 reports of sweetheart scams costing victims close to $82 million. Older people are especially at risk for fraud. Americans 65 and up are more likely to be targeted by con artists and more likely to lose money.

Sweetheart scams can happen on the Internet or in person. Con artists scour online dating sites, social media accounts and chat threads searching for targets. Those recently divorced or widowed can be especially vulnerable.

The sweetheart scam seduces victims into thinking they are in a whirlwind romance. Con artists pretend to want a romantic relationship to swindle the person. They use persuasion and emotional blackmail to hook and reel in a target.

Once the relationship is established, the criminal fabricates a crisis. A scammer might say he or she needs an operation or cash to visit the victim. Many victims are often embarrassed to come forward. 

  

Check out the "Social Security Newsletter"
   
 "Immunization: Do You Know What You Need?"
        
Are You Ready for a Disaster?

"Fire Safety and Aging"
  
          

Medication Drop Box Locations 
   
Social Security Scam

Food Link/Curbside Market Schedule 2018
     
   
     

The Fraud Corner

For the most recent and up to date news on fraudulent activities, please visit our Scam Alerts page.

Home Delivered Meals Program is in Need of Volunteers
For more information please visit our Volunteer page or contact Tammy at 585-396-4046.
 
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How do I get help? By calling NY Connects or Office for the Aging at (585) 396 - 4040 or (315) 781 - 1321

New York Connects, a “Single Point of Entry” for long-term care services, is a program of the Ontario County Office for the Aging. It offers a “one-stop shop” for consumers attempting to navigate the many aspects of the long-term care system. Telephone interpretation service available.