Westchester County's 57th Annual Salute to Seniors is set for Thursday, May 8 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains. The Salute will be in full swing from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Admission and parking are free.

Salute to Seniors is a celebration of the seniors in our community and includes something for everyone. Plan an outing to attend the event, spend the day, have lunch and enjoy all the attractions. Be sure to bring a friend, family member or caregiver and be prepared to enjoy the day.

Download the flier for details.

Download the Business Expo Form for exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities.

• Educational workshops/demonstrations. More than 90 vendors with products and services for seniors and caregivers as well as representatives from county and state agencies will be on hand to talk with salute-goers and answer their questions. View new services and sample new products.

• The Health and Wellness Fair will include outstanding health care providers in Westchester County. Stop by for Free health screenings and Telehealth Intervention Program.

• Showcase of Senior Services at the Expo: New services and products for seniors and caregivers Businesses demonstrating resources for seniors.

• Boxed Lunch Available.  Reservation Required.  Lunch includes turkey with provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato on whole wheat wrap, apple, chocolate cookie and juice. There is a suggested $4.00 contribution.

• Enjoy live entertainment in the afternoon will feature the band Epic Soul.  Join us in promoting activities, inclusion and wellness for older Americans in your community.

• Sponsored by the Westchester County Department Senior Programs and Services and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services. Co-sponsored by Westchester County Departments of Parks, Recreation and Conservation; Public Works and Transportation.

To reserve a lunch, call: (914) 813-6449 or (914) 813-6426
Reservations for lunch must be made by Friday April 25, 2025.

For more information about the Salute to Seniors event, call (914) 747-0519.

Join us for the Senior Forum for the Area Plan and Annual Update

Friday, Oct. 1, 2021
10:00 a.m. to noon

This is a virtual meeting to increase awareness in the community among older adults, caregivers, and service providers, as well as local decision makers and organizations to sustain local support for Area Agency on Aging (AAA) programs and services.

Participants will have an opportunity to have input on the Department of Senior Programs and Services programs and services for the 2022 budget cycle.

Join the meeting.
Join by meeting number
Meeting number (access code): 1618 42 0650
Meeting password: spTAHMya834
Join by phone: 1-844-621-3956, 1618420650#

Comments will be accepted through Oct. 15,2021

For a copy of the Area Plan please contact Andrew Crawford at (914) 813-6408 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Dear Friend of the Aging Network:

This year is the 43rd Annual Senior Citizens Hall of Fame, one of the Department of Senior Programs and Services' most empowering events, with over 700 people who attend! It's a wonderful tribute to older adults who have generously given their time and energy to improve the quality of life in our community. Honorees will be inducted at a festive luncheon on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, New York.

Thank you for helping us raise awareness and celebrate the many ways Westchester's older adults are working and volunteering to meet the needs of our community. Westchester Senior Citizens Hall of Fame will be hosted by the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, Westchester Parks, Recreation and Conservation, and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services.

You can view the nomination letter here.

You can print and fill out the nomination form here.

While falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injury for people 65 years of age and older, they are not an inevitable part of aging.

Studies show that a combination of behavior changes can significantly reduce falls among older adults.

Starting in September and into October, educational programs may be found county-wide in recognition of Fall Prevention Awareness Day. The registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) at Westchester County’s Department of Senior Programs and Services will present a variety of nutrition related fall prevention topics at senior centers and nutrition sites during the months of September and October. Don’t miss out. Review the list below for further details.

Seniors do not have to live in a community to attend its program, but reservations are required.

Experts recommend:

• Participating in a physical activity regimen with balance, strength training, and flexibility components.
• Consulting with a health professional about getting a fall risk assessment.
• Having medications reviewed periodically.
• Getting eyes and ears checked annually.
• Making sure the home environment is safe and supportive.

The recent United States of Aging Survey polled older adults to find out about how they are preparing for their later years. It found that more than half of seniors questioned said they would be interested in the expansion of community-based health promotion programs, including falls prevention classes.

At senior centers and other community-based organizations across Westchester County, programs like A Matter of Balance, Tai Chi, Yoga and other fall prevention strength building exercise classes help older adults gain strength, improve balance and build confidence to help them live healthier lives and preserve their independence.