York County Area Agency on Aging

09/04/2026

Ophelia Chambliss, 67, a professional artist from of York County submitted her acrylic painting titled “Brown Jar Floral” to the Older Artists of PA Showcase.

“Today, I see my work as being on a more purposeful mission. I paint concepts and ideas rather than things. I paint what I call a “visual rhetoric”, which addresses “the concerns of what can be” through rhetorical concepts as visual images. I feel that art is powerful, art inspires.”

View other winning artwork: pa.gov/OlderArtistsShowcase

09/03/2026

The annual open enrollment period for Medicare beneficiaries will begin October 15 and end December 7. Any new coverage selected or changes to existing benefits will take effect January 1, 2027.

During open enroment, new Medicare beneficiaries can sign up for Medicare Prescription Drug coverage and health plans to complement Medicare, and current Medicare beneficiaries can review and join, switch, or drop Medicare Advantage or Prescription Drug Coverage so that it better meets their needs.

To help Medicare beneficiaries understand their options, PA MEDI offers free, objective health benefits counseling. Counselors can assist Medicare beneficiaries with plan comparisons, help with enrollment in a new plan, and evaluate eligibility for any of Pennsylvania’s Medicare cost-savings programs.

To sign up for counseling near you, look at the schedule below and call the number to make your appointment. Slots fill quickly, so it is best to call early. Lines are now open.

09/03/2026

NIH-funded researchers found that people with no vascular risk factors in midlife lived on average 13 years longer without dementia than those who had three risk factors.

The results suggest people can take an active role in delaying dementia by quitting smoking and managing their risks for diabetes and high blood pressure.

Learn more about the study: https://bit.ly/4ctFcMp

09/03/2026

Is your contact info up to date? DHS sends important information – including benefits renewal information – through the mail.

Make sure your contact info is up to date with both DHS and the US Postal Service so that you receive information about your benefits!

09/03/2026

We may not ever be mentally ready for it to get cold, but we can be physically ready. ✅ 💪

09/03/2026

Elizabeth, Sal and Jason are a grandfamily - grandparents raising grandchildren. Not a new concept but a unique one. Does this sound like your family?

Their story: pa.gov/CareKit-ManyFaces
Let the PA CareKit help you on your caregiving journey: pa.gov/CareKit

🎥 Videos are available in English, 汉语 and Español.

09/02/2026

Emergency preparedness starts with making a plan. Use this guide to help you take control in 1 -2 -3!

https://tinyurl.com/85srzze4

09/01/2026

Are you looking for resources?

The York County Area Agency on Aging's "Resources You Can Use" is a valuable tool to assist you in finding the help you need. Although this book was created with older adults in mind, many resources are available for all ages. Follow the link below to find a downloadable copy.
https://yorkcountypa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4798/Resources-You-Can-Use-2026?bidId=

The booklet includes:
Tax Assistance
Free Credit Report
Opting out of solicitations
Legal Aid
Food Resources
Pet Food Assistance
Legislative Representative Directory
Aging-Related Government
Voter Services
Product Recall Information
State License Discounts
Utility & Weatherization Assistance
Home Modifications & Repair Assistance
Smoke Detector Programs
Water Utility Assistance
Home Medical Visits
Free and Reduced Medical Clinics
Special Needs Programs
Free and Reduced Vision & Dental Resources
Senior Driver Safety Resources
Disability Parking Placards
Discount Motor Vehicle Registration
rabbittransit and other ride options
& more...

09/01/2026