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.
Older New Yorker 2025 Nominations
Do you know a Madison County resident 60 or older who positively affects the community?
The Office for the Aging is seeking nominations for the county’s representative for the 2025 New York State Office for the Aging’s Older New Yorker celebration.
MCOFA is seeking nominations for someone who has performed admirable community service and civic achievement and who deserves recognition.
A completed nomination form along with a detailed summary of the accomplishments which highlights why the nominee deserves to receive recognition, should be submitted by Friday, December 6.
Applications must include contact information for both the nominee and the person nominating. The decision on who will be chosen will be based on the descriptions provided of the nominee’s accomplishments and why the person deserves recognition.
Voting takes place by the members of the MCOFA Advisory using the summaries provided.
For more information or to obtain a nomination form, contact MCOFA at 315-697-5700.
A blank nomination form is also available below that is fillable, The completed form can be emailed to information@ofamadco.org
Health Brain Project Free Memory Screening at MCOFA
Residents over the age of 60 in seven Central New York counties—Cayuga, Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Oswego, and Tompkins—will be able to receive free memory screenings from their local Office for the Aging (OFA) as part of a collaborative project between Upstate Medical University and Syracuse University to assess the benefits of this type of screening in this setting.
"Office for the Aging (OFA) case managers in the selected counties (Madison) have been trained by Upstate staff to administer what is called the “Mini-Cog©,” a three-minute screening tool to assess potential memory loss. The screen can be administered in an individual’s home during a routine visit by OFA staff or at the county office.
OFA case managers will not make any diagnoses based on the screening results; they will only be administering the screening.
If the Mini-Cog shows any sign of memory change, the individual will be referred to Upstate University Geriatricians for a comprehensive geriatric assessment."
If you are interested in a free memory screening and are 60 years or older resident of Madison County, please call 315-697-5700 for more information.
Upstate University Geriatricians Press Release
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.
Hamilton: Nov 1, Friday at 11 am
510 Madison Lane, Bldg 5
Brookfield: Nov 14, Thursday at 11:15 am
First Baptist Church
Morrisville: Nov 19, Tuesday at 10 am
Community Church, Swamp Rd
Earlville: Dec 5, Thursday at 10:30 am
Earlville Library, 4 North Main St
Chittenango: Dec 9, Monday at 11:30 am
Parks& Rec, 701 Legion Dr
Canastota: Dec 18, Wednesday at 11:30 am
400 Lamb Ave Apartments
MCOFA Public Hearing & Senior Fair Oct 2 2024
THANK YOU to everyone who attended our Public Hearing and Senior Fair!
We appreciate all your support and cannot wait until next year!
Our Facebook page has a few pictures from our event.
Funded by the U.S. Administration on Aging under Title III of the Older Americans Act, New York State Office for the Aging, Madison County Board of Supervisors, and local contributions. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer
Current Job Openings at OFA
1. Building and Grounds Repair & Maintenance
This position is responsible for all of the building and general grounds maintenance. This job requires a willingness to perform a variety of routine manual tasks.
Good knowledge of general building maintenance and equipment. Must be able to complete forms with accuracy; ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions; dependable; ability to work independently; courteous. Be in good physical condition and able to lift up to 75 pounds and knowledge of proper lifting techniques. A valid New York State driver’s license required.
Part-time position M-F; 15-20 hrs/wk; paid holidays; $12,090 year.
Call Office for the Aging – 697-5700. EOE
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.