How to apply for Tioga Opportunities Office for the Aging — Title III + NY Connects (Tioga County) in New York

Who it's for

Tioga County has no county-run Office for the Aging. New York State designates Tioga Opportunities, Inc., a nonprofit in Owego, as the Area Agency on Aging for the county. Its Department of Aging Services serves people age 60 and older and their caregivers. Services include congregate dining and home-delivered meals, nutrition counseling, Medicare insurance counseling, caregiver support and respite, in-home care, and NY Connects information and assistance. Call 607-687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org. The office is at the Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego, NY 13827.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Tioga Opportunities Office for the Aging — Title III + NY Connects (Tioga County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age 60+, proof of Tioga County residency, for Home-Delivered Meals: documentation of homebound status — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual reassessment