Beth Stranges News Today

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Chemung County Department of Aging and Long Term Care held a public hearing April 25, 2024. Speakers spoke extensively on scams targeting older people, end of life care and setting up wills and finalizing healthcare proxies. Speakers also discussed the Older Americans Act of1965, and the New York State Elder […]

Scammers are always out to get your money, posing as a family member, friend, or even a celebrity in hopes of getting your money into their pocket. Older adults often are looking for companionship, wh

Local health outlets and vendors gathered at Appleridge Senior Living for the Community Health today to showcase local resources for seniors, in order to help them live long and healthy lives.

Chemung County seniors were able to participate in a Harvest Drive-Thru Picnic early Wednesday afternoon. The event was hosted by the Chemung County Department of Aging and Long-Term Care at the Chemu

The Chemung County Department of Aging and Long Term Care partnered with Meals on Wheels today to host a day full of fun and games. 

The International Alzheimers Association released data earlier this week on Alzheimers cases in the United States. They say 11 to 13 percent of the Chemung County population over the age of 65 has t

The 32nd annual Chemung County Senior Games took place this morning at Harris Hill.

The continued air quality degradation from Canadian wildfires is prompting government health advisories and cancellations of outdoor events.

The continued air quality degradation from Canadian wildfires is prompting government health advisories and cancellations of outdoor events.

The continued air quality degradation from Canadian wildfires is prompting government health advisories and cancellations of outdoor events.