A Senior Resource Guide

Local resources for older adults, caregivers, and families across the Capital Region

Finding the right support should not feel overwhelming. Whether you are looking for transportation, meal programs, social activities, caregiver support, or help planning for the future, this guide brings together local resources in one place.

Services, eligibility requirements, and availability may change. We recommend contacting each organization directly for the most current information.

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Start Here: County Aging Services

Not sure exactly what you need? Your county's aging services department can be a helpful first call. These agencies can connect older adults and caregivers with local programs, benefits, transportation, nutrition services, and other forms of support.

Saratoga County

Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services
Information and referrals, senior programs, volunteer opportunities, meals, transportation, and other services for older adults.

Albany County

Albany County Department for Aging
Senior programs, recreational and informational activities, nutrition services, transportation, and referrals.

City of Albany Senior Services
Programs and resources available to older adults in the City of Albany.

Rensselaer County

Rensselaer County Department for the Aging
Programs designed to help older adults remain active, connected, and independent, including recreation, arts and crafts, health programs, volunteer opportunities, and senior centers.

Schenectady County

Schenectady County Senior & Long Term Care Services
Connects older adults with community programs, caregiver support, nutrition, transportation, in-home services, health insurance counseling, and events.
Phone: 518-382-8481 ext. 1

Staying Connected

Senior centers, classes, recreation, meals, and opportunities to stay involved in the community.

Saratoga County

Saratoga Senior Center
Classes, exercise, arts, social events, presentations, meals, trips, and other opportunities to connect.

Clifton Park Senior Community Center
Activities, programs, and opportunities for older adults in the Clifton Park area.

Saratoga County Senior Clubs & Centers
Find senior clubs and centers throughout Saratoga County.

Albany County

Albany County Calendar of Events
Classes, exercise, social events, presentations, and other opportunities to connect.

Albany County Congregate Dining
Meal sites where adults 60+ can enjoy nutritious meals while spending time with others in their community.

Rensselaer County

Rensselaer County Senior Centers
Find senior centers and programs throughout Rensselaer County.

Schenectady County

Schenectady County Senior Events & Programs
A county calendar featuring senior programs, caregiver groups, workshops, and activities in Niskayuna, Glenville, Rotterdam, Schenectady, and surrounding communities.

Getting Around

Transportation resources for medical appointments, pharmacies, grocery shopping, meal programs, and other everyday needs.

Saratoga County

Saratoga Senior Center Transportation
Transportation to medical appointments, pharmacies, dentists, and more, as well as a Wednesday shuttle to Price Chopper from participating area housing sites.
Phone: 518-584-1621 ext. 2010

Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services
Transportation and other support services for older adults throughout Saratoga County.

For Medicaid recipients in need of medical transportation: 1-855-852-3292

Clifton Park Senior Services
Senior services and transportation information for Clifton Park residents.

Albany County

Albany County Senior Transportation
Transportation for eligible residents age 60+ who have no other means of transportation. Priority trips include medical appointments, dialysis, pharmacies, grocery shopping, meal sites, and adult day programs.

CDTA ACCESS
Accessible transportation services for eligible riders in the Capital Region.

Rensselaer County

Rensselaer County NY Connects
A helpful starting point for people who are unsure which transportation or long-term support services may be available to them.
Phone: 518-270-2767

Schenectady County

Schenectady County Senior Transportation
Transportation assistance for adults 60+ who do not have Medicaid, helping them access essential medical appointments, nutrition programs, and other services. Depending on medical needs, ambulatory, wheelchair-accessible, and stretcher transportation may be available.
Phone: 518-382-8481 ext. 1

Schenectady County NY Connects
Helps seniors and caregivers locate transportation and other services that support health and independence.
Phone: 518-382-8481 ext. 1

Meals & Everyday Support

Food assistance, meal delivery, farmers market programs, grocery support, and help with everyday needs.

Saratoga County

Saratoga Senior Center Senior Support Services
Food Bank produce pickup on Thursdays for those in need, home delivery for eligible homebound adults, volunteer grocery shopping, food pantry connections, and other support.

Franklin Community Center
Food pantry and other basic-needs assistance in the Saratoga Springs area.

LifeWorks Community Action
Food and community assistance programs serving Saratoga County.

Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services
Congregate meals, home-delivered meals, case management, and in-home services.

Saratoga Farmers' Market SNAP/EBT & FMNP
Information about SNAP/EBT, FreshConnect, and Farmers' Market Nutrition Program benefits.

Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
Information about the federal program that helps eligible older adults access locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey.

Albany County

Albany County Home-Delivered Meals
Meal delivery for eligible homebound Albany County residents age 60+.
NY Connects: 518-447-7177

Albany County Congregate Dining
Nutritious meals and opportunities to socialize at locations throughout Albany County.

Albany County Nutrition Services
Congregate meals, home-delivered meals, and nutrition counseling.

Capital Roots
Community-based food access and nutrition programs serving the Capital Region.

Rensselaer County

Rensselaer County Senior Nutrition Program
Weekday lunches at senior sites throughout the county and home-delivered meals for eligible frail and homebound older adults.

Schenectady County

Schenectady County Food Delivery & Meal Sites
Friendship Café congregate meals and home-delivered meals for eligible adults 60+. Meal sites also offer activities and opportunities to socialize.
Phone: 518-382-8481 ext. 1

Schenectady County Nutrition & Farmers Market Program
Nutrition counseling and information about the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program.

Schenectady County In-Home Services (EISEP)
Assistance for eligible adults 60+ with everyday activities such as light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, grocery shopping, errands, bathing, dressing, and mobility.

Planning, Caregiving & Assistance

Resources for estate planning, benefits, caregiving, aging in place, and navigating important decisions.

Meier Law Firm, PLLC
Meier Law Firm helps individuals and families prepare for the future with practical, personalized elder law and estate planning guidance. The firm assists with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care proxies, Medicaid and long-term-care planning, guardianships, estate administration, and related needs.

Planning looks different for every person and every family. Our goal is to help you understand your options, ask questions without judgment, and create a plan that reflects your circumstances and goals.

Offices: Latham and Saratoga Springs
Phone: 518-313-7809

Saratoga County

Saratoga Senior Center Senior Support Services
Information, referrals, advocacy, caregiver support, and assistance with planning to age in place.

Albany County

Albany County Legal Counseling & Assistance
Legal assistance for Albany County residents age 60+, including help related to Social Security, SSI, pensions, Medicare, Medicaid, HEAP, tenant issues, consumer fraud, financial abuse, and elder abuse. Educational presentations also address wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, and estate matters.

Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York
Legal assistance serving eligible individuals throughout northeastern New York, including Albany County.

Schenectady County

Schenectady County Caregiver Support
Resources for family caregivers, including counseling, support groups, education, training, respite resources, and referrals.

You Don't Have to Figure It All Out at Once

Aging brings new questions for individuals and for the people who love and care for them. Sometimes the hardest part is simply knowing where to start.

Use this guide as a starting point. Reach out to the organizations that fit your needs, ask questions, and explore the support available in your community.

When your questions involve estate planning, long-term care, Medicaid planning, guardianship, or what legal documents may help you or a loved one prepare for the future, Meier Law Firm is here to provide clear guidance without judgment.