MAYVILLE, NY – The Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services (OFAS) will hold a public hearing on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 11 a.m., during the United Senior Council Meeting at the North Harmony Senior Center, located at 5377 Stow Ferry Rd, Stow, NY 14785.
The purpose of the public hearing is to provide an overview of the programs and services offered by OFAS and to gather feedback from the community regarding the unmet needs of older adults in Chautauqua County. The input received will help shape the OFAS 2024-2025 plan, which focuses on meeting the evolving needs of older adults, their care partners, and community members.
Older adults, caregivers, organizations, businesses, public officials, and residents are encouraged to attend and share their thoughts on the long-term services and supports offered by OFAS and its contracted partners. The goal of the hearing is not only to inform the community about the available services but also to ensure these services are easily accessible to those in need.
A draft of the annual plan will be available for review before the public hearing on the OFAS website at chqgov.com/office-aging/office-for-the-aging, the OFAS Facebook page, or by requesting a copy through NY Connects at (716) 753-4582. If you are hearing or vision impaired and require special accommodations to attend the public hearing or access the documents, please contact NY Connects for assistance.
In accordance with state law, at least one public hearing is required during the development of the OFAS annual plan, and public notice has been issued at least 21 days prior to the event in a newspaper of general circulation. These hearings provide an opportunity for community members to weigh in on the plan and its focus on the needs of older adults, care partners, and service providers across the county.
Community participation is essential to ensure that the plan aligns with the needs of those it serves. All residents are encouraged to attend and contribute to shaping the future of services for older adults and their caregivers in Chautauqua County.
For more information, contact the Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services at (716) 753-4471, visit us at 7 North Erie St, Mayville, NY 14757, or email us at ccnyc@chqgov.com. Additionally, you may contact Dana Corwin directly at CorwinD@chqgov.com or (716) 753-4471.
