Department of Aging

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture notified local governments and agencies last week that the federal government is holding back money appropriated for the vouchers, which means fewer recipients will get vouchers and their distribution has been delayed.

Pennsylvania Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich joined Lackawanna County’s Area Agency on Aging and other organizations serving older adults for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Older Adult Advocacy Center in Scranton, the first of its kind in the state.

Pennsylvania’s Secretary of Aging, who previously directed Lackawanna County's Area Agency on Aging, was named to the advisory boards of two national organizations focused on meeting the needs of older Americans and protecting them from harm.

Rep. Bridget Kosierowski organized town hall about future of Medicaid and Medicare during President Trump's second term.

Winter is coming. And with colder weather comes sicknesses. People spend more time indoors and increase the chance to spread diseases. Representatives from the state stopped in Lackawanna County on Thursday to encourage all citizens, especially older adults, to get three vaccines before the holidays.

Medicare open enrollment started Oct. 15 and goes until Dec. 7. Here's what to know about comparing plans and how to maximize on savings.