Resources for Seniors

If you know of a senior or someone with special health needs who may require additional assistance, please share with them, or help them contact, the resources below:

Lifespan – provides information, guidance, services and advocacy for older adults and caregivers. Call (585) 244-8400.  More information at www.lifespan-roch.org.

NY Connects – provides information about long term services and supports, such as home care, transportation and meals.  Learn more at www.nyconnects.ny.gov/aboutus or call (585) 325-2800.

211 – a comprehensive source for local social services information.  Local experts make finding help easier through teams of compassionate, highly trained specialists available 24 hours a day, seven days a week who help those in need access the best local resources and services to address any need.  Dial 211.

ElderSource – comprehensive source for information, advice, advocacy and support for seniors.  Contact Care Manager Lisa Wholley at (585) 325-2800.

Monroe County Office for the Aging – support, services, information and volunteer opportunities for seniors. To learn more call (585) 753-6280 or visit online www.monroecounty.gov/aging.

Pittsford Food Cupboard – offering delivery service in February and March to seniors in the 14534 zip code area.  Call (585) 264-9860 or find information at www.pittsfordfoodcupboard.net.

Meals on Wheels – offers home delivered nutritious meals to seniors.  Call (585) 787-8397 or visit www.urmc.rochester.edu/home-care/meals-on-wheels.aspx.

AARP – advocates for employment security, health care and retirement planning for seniors, as well as other programs.  More information at www.aarp.org or 1-888-687-2277.

Our Pittsford Recreation Department continues to offer a variety of programs for seniors and our staff conducts regular check-ins with seniors who attend our programs and services.  Visit www.townofpittsford.org/seniors or call our Senior Programs Office at (585) 248-6235 for more information.