Aging & Long Term Care

Department Overview


Distinguished Volunteers of the Year 2026 Awards 

Chemung County Department of Aging and Long Term Care is seeking nominations for our annual celebration that recognizes volunteers who serve our community and improve the lives of all ages. This is an opportunity to showcase the many ways older adults can remain active and involved in their communities.  

Distinguished Volunteers of the Year Awards will be presented to Chemung County residents, age 60 or older, for ongoing devotion of time and talent to make a great impact on others, without pay or compensation.  Nominees may volunteer in a variety of areas or concentrate on just one.  All qualified nominees will be recognized and honored during our Older Americans Month Celebration in May. Please see the attached nomination form for more information. 

Nomination forms are also available at www.chemungcountyny.gov. Click on the Departments field and select Aging and Long Term Care.  Nomination forms are due by February 6, 2026.  If you have questions or need additional forms, please contact the Department of Aging and Long Term Care at 607-737-5520 or by emailing cmorton@chemungcountyny.gov. 

Thank you for helping us to identify and honor volunteers that make our community a great place to live and age well!

2026 Distinguished Volunteer of the Year Nomination Form:  View Form

Chemung County Executive Christopher Moss, the City and Town of Elmira, the Town of Big Flats, and the Town of Southport have committed to being an Age-Friendly Community, engaging us in an ongoing process to encourage active and healthy aging. Developing our age-friendliness provides an opportunity to enhance the wellbeing of all county residents, increase the ability of older adults to contribute to the community while reducing costly healthcare needs, and provides a marketing tool to attract and retain business and people of all ages. Contact us to find out how you can help and how we can help you! 

Mission

Our mission is to help Chemung County residents age together with independence, opportunity and dignity through coordinated and cost-effective policies and services that support and empower older adults, people of all ages in need of long term care, and their families and caregivers.

Vision

Our vision is to create an environment that enables Chemung County residents to be as healthy and independent as possible for as long as possible.

Funding

The Chemung County Department of Aging and Long Term Care is funded by Chemung County, New York State Office for the Aging, the Older Americans Act and participant donations. New York State Office for the Aging webpage can be accessed by clicking here.

Happy to Chat Bench Project

Click here for information on what a Happy to Chat bench is and where they are located in our community. 

2025 Community Needs Assessment Survey

The 2025 Chemung County Department of Aging and Long Term Care Community Needs Assessment Survey aims to assess various aspects of age-friendliness within our community, including transportation accessibility, housing options, social engagement opportunities, healthcare services, community safety, accessibility of public spaces, information and communication access, employment opportunities for older adults, interactions with local businesses, and suggestions for improvement.

Your participation in this survey will help us better understand the specific needs, challenges, and priorities of older adults in our community. By sharing your thoughts and experiences, you will contribute to the development of age-friendly initiatives that enhance quality of life, promote social inclusion, and support active aging for all residents. 

You may access the survey here: https://forms.chemungcountyny.gov/CommunitySurveyOFA/

Beth Stranges

Director | Department of Aging & Long Term Care

County of Chemung

425 Pennsylvania Ave | PO Box 588 | Elmira, NY 14902-0588

Office: (607) 737-5520

ofa@chemungcountyny.gov

www.ChemungCountyNY.gov


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Related Documents

  1. Age Friendly Community Action Plan (PDF)
  2. Chemung County Homeless Services
  3. Eldercare Locator - SCAMS for the Holidays
  4. Senior and Community Centers