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The Department plans, develops and administers needed programs and services and coordinates existing community services as well. Many agencies in Erie County are willing and able to help older people - this on-line guide may assist you in finding a particular service you need. The Guide is made possible by funding from the New York State Office for the Aging and the County of Erie.
Erie County Department of Senior Services
95 Franklin Street - Room #1329
Buffalo, NY 14202
Phone: (716) 858-8526
Fax: (716) 858-7259
Email: seniorinfo@erie.gov
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
(July & August: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm)
The Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program is looking for volunteer counselors to help people understand health insurance options and long term care insurance options.
Training and certification is provided.
Make your own hours at a senior center near you.
Call RSVP at 858-7548 for more information.
The mission of the Department of Senior Services of Erie County is to provide leadership to promote the optimal well-being of older adults by empowering them to lead lives of independence, health and dignity and to facilitate the development of comprehensive, coordinated and cost-effective services within the community to meet present and future needs of seniors and their caregivers.
Click here for more information about the Erie County Department of Senior Services
Click here for recent information about the Older Americans Act
Your information resource from the government of Erie County, New York
