Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia

Onondaga County Office for Aging Resource Guide 2019

An online guide that includes information about resources for aging adults in Onondaga County*, including:

• Food and nutrition
• Housing
• Transportation
• Home care options
• Caregiver services & support
• Health & health benefits
• Financial and legal assistance

*For information about resources in other New York State counties, click here for information from your county's Office for Aging.

Safety at home

• A Home Fall Prevention Checklist for Older Adults (PDF in English, PDF en Spanish)
• Lifeline Medical Alert system -- For falls and medical emergencies  (Call 1-888-303-6677)

Wandering

• MedicAlert® + Alzheimer’s Association Safe Return®  (Call 1-800-432-5378)
• Project Lifesaver (To find a Project Lifesaver agency near you, click here and enter your zip code.)

Driving safety

• Be Car Ready, Feet Steady: Tips on Safely Getting In and Out of Your Car  (PDF version)
• AAA Resources for senior drivers

Medication safety -- Franciscan - Medication dispensing service