Chautauqua County Resources

Chautauqua County Office for the Aging

The Chautauqua County Office for the Aging provides a comprehensive array of services for older adults and caregivers located in Chautauqua County. Services and programs include:

Home Safety/Independence Programs:
Home Repairs and Access Program
  • ​​Provides assistance to adapt the home or bathroom for handicap access and to make critical home repairs where there is a safety concern.
Home and Community Care Services
  • Services may include help with housekeeping, personal care, home delivered meals, and personal emergency response systems. 
Telephone Reassurance
  • Automated phone calls to an elderly person daily. If the person cannot answer, an emergency contact or help is called immediately.
Personal Emergency Response System 
  • This is an easy to use medical alert service designed to reduce the risk of living alone. In the event or a fall or emergency, help is available at the push of a button.
Operation RUSH
  • Provides an identification bracelet or necklace to be worn by individuals who are prone to wandering.  
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Nutrition and Wellness Programs:
  • Senior Wellness and Nutrition congregate meals are offered throughout the county, including locations in Brocton, Forestville, Fredonia, Findley Lake, Lakewood, Mayville, Sinclairville, and Westfield.
Meals on Wheels
  • A hot meal designed to meet one third of the recommended dietary needs is delivered to the home of those who are determined to be eligible to receive meals.

Caregiver Support Services:
  • The Office for the Aging offers in-home visits, counseling, support groups and respite care for caregivers of older adults. 

Social Adult Day Care Services:
  • Social model day care services are available for seniors who should not be left alone or who would benefit from supervision. Adult day care services are available in Irving, Dunkirk, three sites in Jamestown, and Westfield.

Other services:
  • Health Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program
  • NY Connects
  • Wellness/exercise programs
  • Case management and advocacy
  • Transportation services to medical appointments coordinated with the Chautauqua Area Regional Transportation System (CARTS)
  • Elder Abuse Prevention Program 

For information about any of these programs, contact the Chautauqua County Office for the Aging.
For information about services, call NY Connects:
753-4582, 363-4582, or 661-7582

Mayville
7 N. Erie St.
Hall R. Clothier Building
Mayville, NY 14757
(716) 753-4471
Toll Free: (716) 363-4471 or
(716) 661-7471

Jamestown
610 W. Third St., Jamestown
(716) 661-8940

Dunkirk
Dunkirk Senior Center
45 Cliffstar Court, Dunkirk
(716) 363-3865

https://www.co.chautauqua.ny.us/321/Office-for-the-Aging

Alzheimer's Association of WNY 

The Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association provides supports and information related to the specific challenges related to Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

The Alzheimer's Association offers resources such as the Alzheimer's Navigator. It helps guide Caregivers to answers by creating a personalized action plan and  linking to information, support and local resources. They also offer a Caregiver Center that provides links to resources and training for caregivers. 
 1-800-272-3900
https://www.alz.org/wny
​2805 Wehrle Drive, Suite 6, Williamsville

Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care

Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care provides care for a loved one with a serious illness and also provides support for families. A comprehensive range of medical, personal and emotional/spiritual services are offered.  

For additional information about programs available, contact Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care. 
(716) 338-0033 (South County)
(716) 753-5383 (Mayville area)
(716) 672-6944 (North County)
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​https://www.chpc.care/

20 W. Fairmount Avenue, Lakewood

Chautauqua Opportunities

Chautauqua Opportunities provides skilled health care services including home care, respite care and support for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease. Support groups for caregivers are located throughout the county. For more information, contact Chautauqua Opportunities. 
Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc.
(716) 366-3333 
www.chautauquaopportunities.com/
17 W. Courtney Street, Dunkirk

NY Connects

NY Connects provides information about local services and supports for people of all ages or with any type of disability. NY Connects services can be accessed online at http://www.nyconnects.ny.gov/ or in person at the Chautauqua County Office for the Aging.
Chautauqua County Office for the Aging 
(716) 753-4582 Mayville Area
(716) 661-7582 Jamestown Area
(716) 363-4582 Dunkirk Area or
1-800-342-9871
http://www.nyconnects.ny.gov/

Total Senior Care

Total Senior Care is a Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Total Senior Care provides a wide array of services including: case management, physician, hospital, and nursing home care. The program is designed for adults 55 years old or older, who wish to live at home, but need assistance in order to remain independent.  

Total Senior Care also offers Daybreak. DayBreak is a social program for adults who may need assistance with activities of daily living. DayBreak provides activities and socialization in a supervised and safe setting. Services include an individualized plan of care, socialization, assistance with personal care, therapeutic recreational activities and nutritious meals and snacks. Individuals attend on a planned basis, ranging from one to five days per week, either full or half days, depending on individual or caregiver needs. Daybreak is offered in Olean, Gowanda or Wellsville. 

For more information about these programs, contact Total Senior Care. 
(866) 939-8613
http://www.totalseniorcare.org/
519 N. Union Street, Olean

JAMESTOWN
Alternate Care Site
663 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown

Alternate Care Site
358 East 5th St., Jamestown

Venture Forthe

Venture Forthe provides personal assistance services to help individuals in Chautauqua County with safely staying in their homes. Services include:
  • Home Care Support Services for individuals who need assistance in their homes, including monitoring home safety, help with meals, medications, transportation, bathing, light housekeeping and companionship.
  • Direct care services from Personal Care Aides who provide hands-on care and supervision.
  • Dementia care
For more information about these programs and others offered, contact Venture Forthe. 
(716) 870-8857 or 1-800-701-1233
https://www.ventureforthe.com/
560 W. 3rd St., Suite 5, Jamestown

Visiting Nursing Association (VNA) of WNY 

The VNA of WNY provides medically-based home care services for individuals in Western New York. Services include in-home nursing, rehabilitation services, telehealth monitoring and more. 

For more information about programs and services offered, contact the VNA of WNY.
Chautauqua County
(716) 483-1940
https://www.vnawny.org/
​411-415 West Third Street 
Jamestown, NY 14701

WILLCARE

WILLCARE provides a wide array of home care services that can assist a person in safely remaining in their homes. Services range from medically-based services such as nursing or therapy services to personal care aide services. 

For more information about programs and services offered, contact WILLCARE. 
(716) 487-1131
http://www.willcare.com/
220 Fluvanna Avenue, Suite 200,  Jamestown

Additional Resources

New York State Caregiving and Respite Association 
http://www.nyscrc.org/

AARP Caregiving Resources
https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/

Caregiver Action Network
https://caregiveraction.org/

Family Caregiver Alliance
https://www.caregiver.org/

​Walk-In Bathtub Resources
Walk-in bathtubs come equipped with safety features for people with limited mobility. Therapeutic features vary, but generally, all walk-in tubs have the same safety features including a low step-in threshold, watertight entrance door, built-in seating and anti-slip floors.
https://www.consumeraffairs.com/homeowners/walk-in-bathtubs/

Elder Care Planning
We know that providing care to your aging loved ones is an important responsibility. Whether you’re helping them age in place at home or looking for an assisted living or nursing home, we’re here for you so you can be there for them.
https://www.consumeraffairs.com/elder-care-planning/

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