OFA Advisory Council
The OFA Advisory Council is a voluntary group of individuals who provide information, guidance, advice and support to the Office for the Aging to develop, coordinate and administer services to older persons. The council is comprised of seniors age 60 and older, representatives of agencies serving older persons, and local elected officials.
The Advisory Council, which is mandated by the Older Americans Act, helps to develo p an d administe r th e Are a Plan , conduc t publi c hearings , represen t th e interest s o f olde r persons and review and comment on community policies, programs and actions which af fect older persons. Other ways council members can serve is through assisting with needs assessments, advising on proposals for funding, assisting with the monitoring and evaluation of service providers and service delivery, testifying or making presentations at local and State legislative hearings or meetings, and/or assisting in recruiting and training of volunteers. The Advisory Council is a key link between the community and the AAA in communicating the needs and concerns of senior residents.
The Schuyler County Office for the Aging attempts to have representation from all areas of the county: towns and villages. Term limits can be for 1 year or 2 years. If you are interested in serving, please contact Director Tammy Waite at (607) 535-7108 or at For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. er.ny.us . Printed information can be provided for your review. New Advisory Council members receive an orientation.
Advisory Council Board Minutes
2013 Meeting Dates & Program Reporting - Written Reports
Starting time: 1:30pm
Location: Silver Spoon Cafe' 323 Owego St., Montour Falls
January 10, 2013
Service Activity Report for 2012
February 7, 2013
April 4, 2013
Nutrition
HIICAP; Health & Wellness
Transportation
EISEP/Caregiver/PERS
NY Connects
July 11, 2013
Legal Services
Senior Center Recreation & Education
October 3, 2013
Nutrition
HIICAP; Health & Wellness
Transportation
EISEP/Caregiver/PERS
NY Connects