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- About NY Connects A Restructured System
- The New York State Office for the Aging ( NYSOFA) and Department of Health (DOH) are working collaboratively to fulfill a vision of a restructured and accessible long term care system that supports the consumer's choice and independence and provides affordable services that meet their individual needs.
Long Term Care in New York State
Long Term Care refers to medical and non-medical support services needed to improve or maintain ones' health and/or daily function. Such services may be provided in individuals' homes or other community-based and residential settings. Consumers of long term care services include adults and children with disabilities and the elderly.
Easy Access to Information The envisioned comprehensive
long term care system begins with a "Point of Entry" (POE) in every County of the State providing easy access to information and assistance for consumers and their family members who are exploring available options or who are already receiving services through private payment, New York State Office For The Aging programs , Medicaid or Medicare . For more information about the local POE office coming to your area contact :
Wayne County Department of Aging and Youth
1519 Nye Rd. Suite 300
Lyons, NY 14489
315-946-5624
fax: 315-946-5649
e-mail: nyconnects@co.wayne.ny.us
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Monday - Friday