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How to apply for Schenectady County Office for the Aging — Title III + ADRC / NY Connects (Schenectady County)

Schenectady County Office for the Aging — designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act Title III for Schenectady County; participates in NY Connects (the local ADRC); reports to NYSOFA

Who it's for

Schenectady County OFA serves seniors age 60+ and their caregivers. Services include Title III Congregate Meals + Home-Delivered Meals, Benefits Counseling (HIICAP — NY's SHIP), HEAP intake assistance, EPIC intake, Care Coordination, Caregiver Support, NY Connects (local ADRC), and Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Apply by calling OFA at 518-382-8481 or emailing aging@schenectadycounty.com.

Schenectady: County OFA is the AAA.

What you'll need

Proof of age 60+
Proof of Schenectady County residency
For Home-Delivered Meals: documentation of homebound status
For HIICAP service: Medicare card

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 518-382-8481

Renewals

annual reassessment

Official source →Last verified · June 8, 2026

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