The Mission of the Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services is to guide, connect, and advocate for long-term services and supports to help older adults remain in their community. We promote independence, optimal health, and wellness in safe and secure environments so that our older adults can be equipped and informed to age well at home.
Explore this section to see what is happening and what is available.
Santa for Seniors 2025
Bringing Holiday Joy, Warmth, and Connection to Older Adults in Chautauqua County
Each December, the Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services partners with community volunteers, churches, service groups, and local organizations to deliver thoughtful gift bags and holiday meals to older adults who may be isolated, live alone, or have limited support.
Santa for Seniors is more than a seasonal tradition — it is a meaningful act of connection, compassion, and community spirit that reminds older adults they are valued, remembered, and loved.
How It Works
- Donations are collected throughout the fall
- Volunteers organize and pack gift bags
- Countywide deliveries take place in December
- Gifts and meals are hand-delivered along with a friendly visit
Nominate a Senior
Know someone who could benefit from Santa for Seniors?
➡ Complete the Referral Form:
[Click Here to Submit a Referral]
Who Can Be Referred
Seniors living in Chautauqua County who may be:
- Living alone or socially isolated
- Homebound or with limited transportation
- Facing financial challenges
- Without nearby family or regular visitors
How You Can Help
- Volunteer to sort, pack, or deliver
- Organize a donation drive
- Spread the word through your network
- Refer a senior in need
Questions? Please contact the Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services at: 📞 716-753-4471
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Need help? Call NY Connect to speak with special trained operators.
NY Connects: Aging & Disability Resource Center
Are you looking for a community service or program to help an aging or disabled person and don't know where to go? Call our local NY Connects Helpline for assistance from specially trained operators who can guide you through the available resources in our community or search the state website at NY Connects
- 716-753-4582
- 716-661-7582
- 716-363-4582
Join Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel for the premiere episode of Forks & Features: A Taste of the County! 🍽️ PJ visits Meeders Restaurant in Ripley, NY, to chat with the owners and explore their partnership with the Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services’ Dining Out Program. Learn how this local favorite supports seniors while serving up delicious homestyle meals.
Related Documents and Links
- 2026 Plan for Aging Services
- Association in Aging Older Americans Act Advocacy Letter
- New York State Office for Aging YouTube Channel
- NY State Aging Director Update on Federal Actions May 2025
