About Us
Madison County Office for the Aging helps older adults and their caregivers live with dignity by providing access to a variety of home and community-based services. Our unique value proposition is that we understand how aging can affect an individual's ability to stay in their current living situation, so we strive to maximize independence for our clients by offering cost-effective non-medical support services tailored to meet each person’s needs.
Our mission is to ensure that all individuals are able to age in place at home while feeling supported and safe. Our vision is simple: We want everyone in Madison County who needs help as they age to have access not only to quality care, but also peace of mind knowing that they can stay close with family members throughout the aging process.
Senior Picnic Wednesday Aug 6th! Get your tickets by Friday Aug 1st!
You must get your tickets no later than Friday August 1st 4pm!
MCOFA's Senior Picnic 2025
will be held on Wednesday August 6th from 11am to 2pm. Lunch will be served at 12pm so make sure to be there by 12pm!
The picnic will be at Chapman Park again this year located at 1463 Route 31, Bridgeport 13030
Tickets MUST be reserved in Advance! Get your tickets now. Any SNACK site manager will have tickets. You can also call 315-697-5700 to find out where else you can get your tickets.
Tickets are a suggested contribution of $3.50 for those 60 years old and older. For guests it is $9.50.
*Lunch is served at 12pm.
*Photo Booth fun!
*Games (get ready for BINGO!)
*Music provided by The Curtis's
Come spend the afternoon having fun at the 2025 Senior Picnic.
Cooling Centers
Cooling centers are facilities where you can go to cool off during extreme heat.
If a cooling center is not available, libraries, supermarkets, malls, and community swimming pools are great places to stay cool. You can always check with your local health department or local news sources for possible additional cooling centers during heat events.
Remember, call before you go! Cooling centers may be closed at certain times or only available during extreme heat events. The phone number and address of each cooling center is provided. Information below represents the most up to date information provided by local agencies.
For an updated list can be found on Madison County NY Government's website by clicking here: Cooling Centers
Farmers Market Coupons
Farmers Market Coupons are now available.
If you were not able to go one of the distribution sites, you may pick up your coupons at the office during 9am -3 pm Monday through Friday.
Eligibility Criteria:
• 60 yrs of age or older AND
• Monthly income is at or below 185% of Federal Poverty Guidelines ($2,413/month for a one person household, $3,261/month for a two-person household) AND
• Have not received SFMNP coupons from any other location this year.
Each older adult in a household is eligible to receive a booklet if they meet age and income requirements. Only one booklet per person per year. Each person must be present to receive their booklet.
QUESTIONS? CALL the OFFICE FOR THE AGING 315-697-5700
We are facing an uphill battle regarding FY26 Federal Funding
As you may or may not be aware, we are facing an uphill battle regarding FY26 Federal Funding.
New York State Area Agencies on Aging were established under the Older Americans Act of 1965 to respond to the needs of American age 60 and over. By providing home and community-based services, the Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) make it possible for older adults to live with independence and dignity in their homes and communities for as long as possible.
The Association on Aging in New York has worked to make advocacy SUPER easy for all of you, your contractors, your clients, your neighbors, your relatives, and pretty much everyone you know to have their voices be heard regarding the importance of programs that support older individuals and families.
All you have to do is click the Association’s link, take two minutes and find your representative, and sign on to our letter. (In Madison County our NYS 22nd District Representative is John Mannion)
Empowering Aging – Association on Aging in New York<https://agingny.org/
MCOFA's 13th Annual Golf Outing Fundraiser
JOIN US
Madison County Office for the Aging's
13th Annual Golf Outing Fundraiser
Captain & Crew Golf
at
Rogues Roost Golf Club
Rt 31 East, Bridgeport
Friday, June 13 2025
Registration begins at 9:30 am
Tee-off Time is 10:30 am
Shotgun Start
Includes 18 holes of golf with cart & dinner/ FREE Putting Contest
$105 Per Person/ $420 Per Team
Contests, Prizes & Raffles
All to benefit programs and services for Older Adults in Madison County
GET YOUR FOURSOME TOGETHER & SIGN UP TODAY
Reservations with total payment must be received by FRIDAY, JUNE 6th!!!
Printable registration form below. Completed forms and payment brought into the office at 138 Dominic Bruno Blvd, Canastota NY 13032
MCOFA is a non-profit agency dedicated to promoting the independence of older individuals and funded by US Administration on Aging, NYS Office for the Aging, Madison County & local contributions.
Upcoming Outreach Staff Visits
The Madison County Office for the Aging Staff is scheduled to be at the following sites. Staff will be available to assist with paperwork or applications, and are knowledgeable about programs and services that you may be eligible for.
An APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED to meet with OFA staff at the sites listed below. Please call 315-697-5700 to make an appointment.
DeRuyter: July 8, Wednesday at 11 am
DeRuyter Senior Apartments
Oneida: July 8, Tuesday at 11:30 am
Oneida Towers II dining room
Cazenovia: July 16, Wednesday at 1 pm
Carriage House Apts Community Room
Hamilton: Aug 1, Friday at 11 am
510 Madison Lane, Building 5
Brookfield: Aug 14, Thursday at 11:15 am
First Baptist Church
Morrisville: Aug 19, Tuesday at 10 am
Morrisville Community Church on Swamp Rd
Thank you to the Hamilton Community Chest and their continued support of the older adults in Madison County.
Visit NY Connects
NY Connects serves as the Point of Entry for information and assistance to long term services and supports for all ages.
Long term services and supports are used by individuals of all ages who need assistance to perform routine daily activities such as bathing, dressing, preparing meals…
The goal of NY Connects is forming partnerships to create a sustainable, person driven long term support system in which people with disabilities and chronic conditions have choices, control and access to a full array of quality services that assure optimal outcomes, such as independence, health and quality of life.
Our Agency through the NY Connects Program makes every effort to connect people who are seeking care to the agencies and service providers that can best meet their needs.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program
Make a difference and have fun while doing it! Join the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program to share your skills with others, learn new ones, and positively impact our community.