Community Announcement Board
Below you will find flyers and links to events and programs available to our community members through our partners.
Check back frequently to see what new events and programs are coming up!
Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults 2023
Who: Adult Community Members aged 60*
What: The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) is partnering with the Cayuga County Office for the Aging to present their survey. The results from this anonymous survey will guide future state policies, inform the NYSOFA’s priorities in their 4-year plan, and will assist in the development of Governor Hochul’s Master Plan for Aging in New York State.
Study Link: https://polco.us/ny23op
For questions, please email: NYSOFA@aging.ny.gov
For more information on the Master Plan for Aging, please go to: https://www.ny.gov/programs/new-york-states-master-plan-aging.
Syracuse University Minority Stress & Trauma Lab LGBTQ+ Research Study
What: Researchers from The Minority Stress & Trauma Lab (part of the Department of Psychology at Syracuse University) are looking for participants for a paid research study.
Eligibility:
Identify as LGBTQ+
18+ in age
resident of New York State
Have experienced stressful events.
Study Link: https://bit.ly/36jNfN6
C.H.A.D. is offering Deterra At-Home Medication Disposal Pouches
To aide our community in proper and safe medication disposal; an important step in fighting the drug use epidemic in our community; there are a number of Medication Drop Box locations in Cayuga County. In addition to this, C.H.A.D. is now offering FREE Deterra Pouches for safe, at-home medication disposal.
To receive yours contact C.H.A.D. at 315-253-9786 today!
Nick’s Ride 4 Friends - Support Group Schedule
What: In-person support groups at Nick’s Ride Clubhouse
When: Combat Recovery: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 6-7pm
Men’s Christian Recovery: Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm
Heroin Anonymous: Wednesdays 7:30-9pm
Veterans Coffee Hour: Thursdays 6-7:30pm
Men’s Support Group: Saturdays 9-10am
*First 3 Saturdays also have events
Where: Nick’s Ride Clubhouse, 13 Chapel St., Auburn, NY 13021
*For more information and other upcoming events visit www.NicksRide4Friends.org or call (315) 253-3945.
NAMI Family Support Group
Who: Caregivers of Young Children
What: A family support group that provides support and education on what to expect at certain ages, what you can do to promote good mental health, when to be concerned and how to seek help.
When: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6-7:30pm
Where: Currently meetings are held virtually via Zoom
Third-floor assembly room at Auburn Community Hospital
*For more information about the NAMI Family Support Group, please contact info@namicayugacounty.org.
Virtual Caregiver Coffee & Connection
What: The Cayuga County Office for the Aging invites caregivers to grab a cup of coffee (or tea!) and connect with other caregivers.
When: The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 10-11 AM. Meetings will begin February 8th, 2022.
Where: Your favorite chair, couch or other comfy spot! Meetings are held via Zoom where you can join by phone or computer.
*Register by calling (315) 253-1226 or emailing ccofa@cayugacounty.us. You will receive Zoom link once registered.
**This program is hosted by Cayuga County Office for the Aging Caregiver Support Program and funding is from the Administration on Community Living and the NYS Office for the Aging. Any contributions to expand and enhance this service are gratefully accepted.
Project Lifesaver
Who: The program is made possible through a partnership with Cayuga County Office for the Aging and Cayuga County Sheriff’s Department.
What: Project Lifesaver is a rapid-response rescue program for individuals at-risk of wandering and becoming lost. Participants are fitted with a Project Lifesaver wristband that transmits a trackable signal should the participant become lost. Trained personnel in the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Department can track this signal via ground or air with search times being greatly reduced.
How: Please contact Cayuga County Office for the Aging at (315) 253-1226 for more information and requirements.
