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Guide for Caregivers Receives Award

“A Guide for Caregivers: What You Need to Know,” a publication of the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS), won a Mature Media Award in the 18th annual competition of the Mature Market Resource Center. 

The awards are presented by the resource center to honor the best in advertising, marketing and educational materials produced for people who are 50 and older -  the nation’s fastest-growing population group.

Gold, silver, bronze and merit awards in 32 categories were chosen from almost 900 entries. DSPS’ guide won a bronze award in the “government” category. The program is sponsored by the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging and the American Custom Publishing Corp.

The 23-page “Guide for Caregivers” is a practical guide from DSPS’ Family Caregiver Support Program. It covers topics such as challenges caregivers face, sharing caregiver responsibilities, how to balance caregiving and work and why caregivers must also take care of themselves.

News, Events, Sign-Ups

The Department of Senior Programs and Services offers varied events, programs and sessions throughout the year.

Virtually all of the programs are free and open to the public. Some, however, may require advance reservations.

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News and Events (keep for text)

This page should be your first stop when looking for news and activities for seniors in Westchester County and information on important initiatives of the Department of Senior Programs and Services.

Events Calendar
DSPS has many special programs scheduled – most of which require advance registration.

Awards
DSPS is proud of the many awards it has won over the years, including our most recent awards from 2013.

Latest news

  • Senior Programs and Services recently won prestigious awards from the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging for two trailblazing initiatives.

  • The 14th annual Senior Law Day in Westchester will take place Oct. 17 at the County Center in White Plains, and will have more than a dozen workshops on elder law topics. Registration starts right before Labor Day.

  • Read about the Livable Communities Collaborative for Aging Services and more in the new Aging Network Newsletter.

  • Be sure to read the latest issue of Nutrition News for Seniors with tips for proper exercise and sensible eating. Catch up on earlier issues.

  • In conjunction with its Livable Communities initiative, the county is conducting a survey of residents age 60 and older to learn if their income can cover basic expenses without public or private subsidies. Read more about our Elder Economic Survey, then complete the survey online.

  • Read Press Releases for the current year.

  • Professionals who want to receive Aging Network News bulletins from our department should send us their e-mail address. Sign up today.

  • Residents can sign up for Senior Quick News, a convenient way to get updates on programs, benefits and services available to seniors and caregivers.

  • Living Well is a new initiative that will teach seniors how to self-manage their chronic health conditions. Westchester County’s Department of Senior Programs and Services is the lead agency for seven counties in the Mid-Hudson Valley for this federal program.

  • Westchester Alliance is working to increase content about aging services in college and university classrooms, and has also started a Web site with information about careers in the aging field.

2015 Calendar of Events

All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise indicated. Some programs require reservations. For more information, call (914) 813-6400. 

     September
16  

Celebrate Aging: The Livable Communities Village Fair
Mount Pleasant Community Center
125 Lozza Drive, Valhalla,
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Addmissions is free with onsite parking and refreshments. Monica Vargas can be reached by phone at (914) 813-6408 or by e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for additional information.
23   Medicare Basics
County Office Building
8th Floor Conference Room
9 S. First Ave., Mount Vernon
10 a.m to noon
Information about Medicare parts A, B, C and D and how to use Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC). Early registration is suggested because the classes fill up quickly. To sign up, call DSPS’ year-round Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.
26  

InterGen Fest
Greenburgh Library
300 Tarrytown Rd., Elmsford
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Free refreshments, admission and onsite parking. Intergenerational expo connects all ages. For reservations, contact Kate Colquitt by phone at (914) 721-8233 or by e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
29   Golden Harvest Dance and Talent Show
Westchester County Center, White Plains
10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Westchester residents, age 60 and up can showcase their talents, enjoy lunch and dance the afternoon away at this annual dance and talent show. Registration will be required. Details to follow.
      
    October
2   Annual Public Hearing and Meeting of Advisory Councils and Aging Network
Westchester County Center, White Plains
9 a.m. - noon
15   Medicare Basics
County Office Building
8th Floor Conference Room
9 S. First Ave., Mount Vernon
10 a.m to noon
Information about Medicare parts A, B, C and D and how to use Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC). Early registration is suggested because the classes fill up quickly. To sign up, call DSPS’ year-round Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.
20   16th Annual Senior Law Day
Westchester County Center
198 Tarrytown Road, White Plains
8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Nearly 1,000 seniors and their families will receive free legal, financial, insurance, and healthcare information through 17 workshops. Over 50 attorneys, financial planners and care managers will provide free one-on-one 15 minute consultations. Topics include Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicare/Medicaid, Wills & Trusts, Guardianship and Affordable Housing. Registration opens in September.
      
    November
17   Medicare Basics
County Office Building
8th Floor Conference Room
9 S. First Ave., Mount Vernon
10 a.m to noon
Information about Medicare parts A, B, C and D and how to use Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC). Early registration is suggested because the classes fill up quickly. To sign up, call DSPS’ year-round Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.
      
    December
3   Medicare Basics
County Office Building
8th Floor Conference Room
9 S. First Ave., Mount Vernon
10 a.m to noon
Information about Medicare parts A, B, C and D and how to use Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC). Early registration is suggested because the classes fill up quickly. To sign up, call DSPS’ year-round Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.
4   33rd Annual Westchester County Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
Marriott Hotel, Tarrytown
11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Senior Hall of Fame honors Westchester residents age 60 and older for paid or volunteer work that has a positive and lasting impact on the community.  Live music.
     

2010 Calendar of Events copy

Department of Senior Programs and Services

All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise indicated. For more information, call (914) 813-6400. 

(Last updated Apr. 8, 2010) 

 

April
 22 Medicare Basics
County Office Building
8th floor, 9 S. First Ave., Mount Vernon
10 a.m. - noon
Case workers will provide information in a free program about Medicare, Parts A, B,C and D, and how to use Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) for even greater savings.  To register, call DSPS’ Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.
 28

42nd Annual Salute to Seniors Business/Caregiver Expo

Westchester County Center, White Plains

9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
 May
 13

Senior Driving Safety: Staying Mentally and Physically Fit for Driving

Neighborhood House
143 Wildey St., Tarrytown

1 p.m.

An occupational therapist will discuss how to stay fit to continue to drive and when it may be best to give up your driver’s license. RSVP: Linda Schulz, (914) 761-0600, Ext. 314, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or Graziela Guzzo, (914) 631-0205, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
 14

Third Annual Stanley Schear Leadership Award Breakfast
The Osborn Retirement Community
Rye

9 a.m.

Check back for registration details. Letter  Nomination form The application deadline is Friday, Mar. 26.
 20

Medicare 101

County Office Building

9 S. First Ave., 8th floor, Mount Vernon

10 a.m. – noon

Learn the basics of Medicare (Parts A, B, C and D), Medigap insurance and more. Programs are free but reservations are requested. To sign up, call the Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.  
 26

Senior Health and Fitness Day

Activities held at various locations and at various times in the county. Events to include exercise, cooking demonstrations, yoga and more. For details, call (914) 813-6300.
June
 2 Older Driver Conference

Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry

8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Sponsored by DSPS’ Older Driver Coalition
 3

Planning Ahead for Your Loved Ones: Advance Directives for Caregivers
Drum Hill Senior Living Community
90 Ringgold Street, Peekskill

7 p.m.
Free, for more information and to RSVP, call (914) 245-9167.
 16 Saxon Woods Pool Party and Barbecue
Saxon Woods Park, White Plains
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
 17

Healthy Living/Healthy Aging Fair for Seniors and Caregivers
Atria Briarcliff

1025 Pleasantville Road, Briarcliff

Time: TBA

Presented by Atria Briarcliff and co-sponsored by the ElderServe Safe Center for Seniors. Registration is required.  To sign up, contact Melody Keel at (914) 368-5506 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

September
 23 Medicare 101

County Office Building

9 S. First Ave., 8th floor, Mount Vernon

10 a.m. – noon

Learn the basics of Medicare (Parts A, B, C and D), Medigap insurance and more. Programs are free but reservations are requested. To sign up, call the Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.  
October
5

Golden Harvest Dance
County Center, White Plains
10:45 a.m. – 3 p.m.
 15

Senior Law Day

Westchester County Center, White Plains

9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
 21 Medicare 101

County Office Building

9 S. First Ave., 8th floor, Mount Vernon

10 a.m. – noon

Learn the basics of Medicare (Parts A, B, C and D), Medigap insurance and more. Programs are free but reservations are requested. To sign up, call the Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.  
November
 18 Medicare 101

County Office Building

9 S. First Ave., 8th floor, Mount Vernon

10 a.m. – noon

Learn the basics of Medicare (Parts A, B, C and D), Medigap insurance and more. Programs are free but reservations are requested. To sign up, call the Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.  
December
 3

28th Annual Senior Hall of Fame Luncheon

Westchester Marriott, Tarrytown

11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
 16 Medicare 101

County Office Building

9 S. First Ave., 8th floor, Mount Vernon

10 a.m. – noon

Learn the basics of Medicare (Parts A, B, C and D), Medigap insurance and more. Programs are free but reservations are requested. To sign up, call the Medicare Information Line at (914) 813-6100.  

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