Chenango County Area Agency on Aging

06/15/2026

06/05/2026

For all those interested, the following information is a Notice of the Public Hearing to review the restructuring of the Agency.

Date: June 26th, 2026
Meeting Time: 1pm
Meeting Place: Chenango County Board Room
5 Court Street, Norwich NY, 13815

05/07/2026

Coming to the AAOA and the Bull Thistle: “Dear Sam”

Dear Reader,
I’m Sam Lyons, and I work for the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging. At 40 years old, I feel as if I am simultaneously old and young. I love movies, thrifting, crafts, cats, romance, and falling asleep at 8:30 p.m. I’m one of the latest Outreach Workers recruited to the team, but in my 1.5 years in my position, I have already met thousands of the members of our community, making many friends along the way.
At the office, I deal with issues around Medicare, government programs, aide services, and other resources for our community members.
Outside of the AAOA, I’m a wife, mother, daughter, Sagittarius, my blood type is A-positive… I’m a person, just like you.
Somewhat out of the blue, I was asked if I was interested in writing a sort of advice column for our newsletter. I wondered if someone had gotten hold of my diary and seen that writing for an advice column was a cherished wish I had, once upon a time.
Now that you know a little about me, I want to ask you to help us add more color and community to the Bull Thistle.
I am happy to field any questions, serious or silly. Send your inquiries—great and small—to
[email protected].
I am no expert by any means, but I promise to be sincere, balanced, and kind. Get to know me, while I get to know you! Your questions could help someone else, so consider dropping me a line. I am so interested in what you have to say. There’s certainly a lot to discuss.
Yours Sincerely,
Sam
[email protected]
(or reach Sam at 607-337-1770)

04/27/2026

Great news and great things coming to our seniors😊

CHENANGO COUNTY – At the latest senior council meeting on Friday, April 24, the Chenango County Senior Council successfully elected its executive committee including president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer. The council will begin meetin

04/27/2026

Located at County Office Bldg until 2pm. They take walk-ins.

04/22/2026

Looking for a part time job? Want to help provide food to those in our 60+ community who need it? We are looking to hire a driver for up to 19 hours a week at 18.32 per hour. Applications can be found on the Chenango County website under the Human Resources Department tab.

03/16/2026

Wonderful conference to listen to inspiring women

03/09/2026

Visit AAOA, NY Connects and other departments from Chenango County at Red Roof Inn to welcome the reopening of public transportation!