The Office for the Aging plans, coordinates and provides an array of community based services to the elderly and persons who require assistance in the long term care system, in an effort to promote independence, dignity and quality of life.
We offer an array of programming that provides socialization, recreation and fitness opportunities for seniors to remain active and energized.
Through its distinctive role of committed advocate and community partner, the agency strives to ensure clients’ needs will continue to be met now and in the future.
Important Notice:
Our offices are open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday.
Call or email before visiting – many issues can be resolved without having to leave the safety of your home:
845-486-2555
866-486-2555 outside the 845 area code, or
ofa@dutchessny.gov.
How You Can Help Our Seniors
- The need continues for volunteers for our Home Delivered Meals Program, and for our summer Senior Drive-Thru Picnics. Click here for a printable volunteering form. Volunteering at the Drive-Thru Picnics is a great way for seniors to stay active, and for students to meet their schools’ community service requirements.
- For up to date information on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and how you can help seniors and other County residents visit Dutchess Responds or call 845-486-3555.
Cancellations and Postponements
- (Updated 6/17/21) Six of the eight OFA Senior Friendship Centers have reopened! Watch this space for details, and subscribe to OFA updates via Dutchess Delivery.
- The Office for the Aging is closed in observance of the national Independence Day holiday on Monday, July 5th. Clients of OFA’s Home Delivered Meals program will receive meals in advance of the holiday.
Updated Events
- Limited face-to-face legal counseling sessions are available, on Fridays only, by appointment only. Contact OFA to find out more.
- A limited number of in-person Medicare website classes and workshops are taking place. Details are available on the county calendar