RSVP of Herkimer County

08/13/2026

⚠️Please be aware of this Medicare kit scam.⚠️

Watch out for emails saying you have won a Medicare kit! These emails might look like they are coming from recognizable places, but they are scammers trying to get your information. They want you to click links in the email. Please report these emails to the SMP right away at smpresource.org/reportfraud.

08/03/2026

Whether you're new to Medicare, helping a loved one, or just want a refresher, learning the basics can help you make more confident health coverage decisions. We offer Medicare education seminars and presentations that can help you understand the ABCs of Medicare, coverage options, enrollment periods, and more.

Contact Lynn Olmstead Herkimer County HIICAP Coordinator
315-894-9917- ext. 252
[email protected]

08/03/2026

Catholic Charities of Herkimer County is excited to be attending this event, make sure you stop by to learn about all of our programs for older adults!

Join us for our most exciting Golden Gatherings yet! This event will be held on Thursday, August 20th from 10-2:30pm at Canal Place in Little Falls. There will be live music and plenty of fun activities. Individuals who register for this event by Friday, August 14th will receive a voucher for free lunch from a local restaurant the day of the event.

If you would like to sign up for this event or if you have questions, please contact 315-867-1371

07/30/2026

❗The RIDE Program is in urgent need of volunteer drivers❗

Transportation is a need for older adults in our community. Do you want to help meet that need? Call us today to become a RIDE volunteer: 315-894-9917 x251, or send us a message on Facebook.

07/28/2026

⭐Food Sense pick up is THIS FRIDAY July 31st from 10-11AM!⭐Did you know that when you pick up your order, you can place your order for August? See the August menu below.

07/23/2026

❗NEXT WEEK❗

For this month's Older Adult Community Social, we are happy to welcome the Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) to give a Medicare 101 presentation! HIICAP of Catholic Charities offers free unbiased help in navigating the Medicare system, ensuring Medicare beneficiaries have the best coverage that suits their needs.

07/22/2026

Have you signed up to attend our July Golden Gathering?

07/15/2026

❗❗Attention❗❗

The Catholic Charities of Herkimer County Caregiver Program is looking for volunteers. No prior experience is needed. Volunteers will provide companionship, assist with activities, and help with set-up and clean-up. Volunteers do NOT assist with any medical needs or basic needs (such as feeding or toileting).

If you are 55+ and would like to volunteer, please contact Crystal Napier at 315-894-9917 ext 259.

07/14/2026

⭐ Summer Bag Sale! ⭐
Kateri's is a nonprofit thrift store ran by volunteers in Little Falls, NY, and is a program of Catholic Charities of Herkimer County. Check out the flyer for more info about the Summer Bag Sale!

Kateri's is also accepting donations; gently used clothing and household items can be dropped off during regular business hours.

07/13/2026

Thank you, Herkimer County HealthNet, for your generous support of our RIDE program and our incredible RSVP volunteers!

🚗 Proud to continue supporting the RIDE Program!

Reliable transportation helps older adults in Herkimer County stay independent, connected, and able to access the services they need. We’re grateful for our continued partnership with Catholic Charities of Herkimer County and the dedicated volunteers who make this important program possible! 💙

📸 Pictured: Herkimer County HealthNet, Inc. Program Coordinators Michelle Wiles and Meghan Clark-Cobane with Rae M. Raffle-Maxson, Director of RSVP, Health and Assistance Programs.