Schenectady County Services for Seniors
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CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM
a program of Catholic Charities Senior and Caregiver Support Services
Program Main Office: 1462 Erie Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Schenectady, NY 12305Phone: 518-372-5667 | Fax: 518-372-5686
Provides eldercare respite services, information and assistance, support services and groups to assist caregivers as they care for their older spouses, parents, and friends. This program is available throughout the 14 counties of our Diocese.
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SENIOR DINING CENTERS - FRIENDSHIP CAFE
Nutritious midday meals served at four Schenectady County locations. Health and wellness programs, social activities and outings also offered.
Our Lady of Fatima Church
1735 Alexander Rd.
Delanson, NY 12053
Phone: 518-275-7601Jewish Community Center
2565 Balltown Rd.
Schenectady, NY 12309
Phone: 518-377-8803Scotia-Glenville Senior Center
32 Worden Rd.
Glenville, NY 12303
Phone: 518-393-1946Ten Eyck Apartments
375 Broadway
Schenectady, NY 12305
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DEPAUL HOUSING MANAGEMENT CORPORATION
41 North Main Ave., Albany, NY 12203Phone: 518-459-0183 | Fax: 518-459-0202 | www.depaulhousing.com
Manages housing and retirement communities for seniors and individuals with mobility impairments. DePaul Housing communities offer market rate one and two bedroom apartments and cottages and subsidized one bedroom and studio apartments. All applicants for subsidized communities must be income qualified; senior applicants must meet age eligibility requirements. Eligibility is determined based on an application and an eligibility interview. DePaul Housing is committed to providing equal housing opportunities.
Father Leo O’Brien Senior Community
3151 Marra La.
Schenectady, New York 12303
Phone: 518-357-4424
Fax: 518-357-9377The Lawrence Commons
2660 Albany St.
Schenectady, NY 12304
Phone: 518-393-2412
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DAYHAVEN ADULT DAY SERVICES PROGRAM
107 Nott Terrace, Schenectady, NY 12308Phone: 518-372-5667 | ccseniorservices.org/index.php/dayhaven-social-adult-day-program
Social model adult day care serving seniors with disabilities and memory impairments with full and half day programs. Transportation services available.
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HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION, COUNSELING & ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Provides information and assistance to help seniors enroll in public benefits and access numerous community services and resources, including:
- Help choosing Medicare health insurance and drug coverage via our Health Insurance Information and Assistance (HIICAP) program
- Assistance with food stamps and other public benefits
- Information about programs that can assist seniors with the costs of basic living expenses
- Referrals to transportation, meals on wheels, senior dining centers, and counseling programs within the Catholic Charities network
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TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM FOR SENIORS
1462 Erie Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Schenectady, NY 12305Phone: 518-357-9801 | Fax: 518-372-5686 | ccseniorservices.org/programs-services/transportation/
Affordable weekday transportation for seniors of Schenectady County.
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LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM
Main Office: 1462 Erie Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Schenectady, NY 12305Phone: 518-372-5667 | Fax: 518-372-5686
Protects the health, safety, welfare, human, and civil rights of people living in nursing homes and adult care facilities through volunteer Ombudsmen in 10 counties – Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady, Schoharie, Fulton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Warren, Washington, and Hamilton. Ombudsmen represent residents and work on their behalf with facility administrators, staff, and family members to achieve resolution of their complaints.
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THE ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT INITIATIVE
Phone: (518) 238-4163
The Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Initiative seeks to alleviate the financial and emotional burden placed on caregivers. Services are offered in a 10-county region and provide a wide range of free support and respite services for caregivers including:
- Care Consultation & Caregiver Support
- Referral to home and community-based services
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Education
- Family Consultation & Counseling
- Support Groups
- Respite Care
To access an Alzheimer's Care Navigator in Schenectady County please call the Eddy at (518) 238-4163