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Livingston County's Bi-Weekly e-Newsletter
November 10, 2022
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Livingston County Further Demonstrates Commitment to Veterans by Waiving Civil Service Fees
The Livingston County Board of Supervisors further demonstrated its commitment to supporting veterans by helping to reduce barriers to employment after approving a resolution to waive any fees associated with Civil Service examinations within the County.
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November Marks Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month
As part of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, every year in the month of November, people and organizations from across the United States come together in support of over six million Americans living with Alzheimer’s Disease.
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Opportunity to Discuss Opioid and Substance Abuse Gaps in Services
The Director of Public Health and the Director of Community Services will co-facilitate two key stakeholder discussions to determine gaps in opioid and substance use services in Livingston County. The intent is to enhance prevention and treatment efforts with the County’s portion of the opioid settlement monies. The money is being provided as part of lawsuit settlements from pharmaceutical companies.
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Board of Supervisors Authorizes Use of ARPA Funds to Bolster Workforce Development Programming
The Livingston County Board of Supervisors furthered its commitment to developing the County’s workforce as it recently authorized the use of $100,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to bolster training and professional programming.
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County Employees Complete United Way Leadership Development Program
Highlighting the County’s commitment to the professional development of its workforce, several County employees were among recent graduates of the United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes Leadership Development Programs.
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Grow LivCo Helping Local Businesses Become Holiday Destinations
Grow LivCo is dedicated to supporting Livingston County’s small businesses and entrepreneurs by providing resources, tools and training. Earlier this month, the County gathered with over 120 local business owners, community leaders and various local organizations at the Wadsworth Homestead for a workshop designed to help small businesses and communities learn how to become a destination during the holidays and beyond.
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American Lung Association and Livingston County Take Time to Recognize National COPD Awareness Month
November is National Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month, which is a time to recognize and support the more than 24 million Americans who battle this disease on a daily basis.
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Livingston County Land Bank Receives Grant Through Office of Home and Community Renewal
New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas recently announced that the Livingston County Land Bank was among a handful of organizations across the State to be awarded funding as part of its first-ever dedicated source of state resources to help New York’s land banks reduce blight and transform vacant properties within their respective communities.
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November is National Home Care and Hospice Month
Each November, the home care and hospice community honors the millions of nurses, home care aides, therapists and social workers who make a remarkable difference for the patients and families they serve. These heroic caregivers play a central role in our health care system and in homes across the nation. To recognize their efforts, the Livingston County department of Health calls upon all to commemorate the power of caring, both at the home and in their local communities, and join with the National Association for Home Care & Hospice by celebrating November as National Home Care and Hospice Month.
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Livingston County Sheriff’s Office Receives Federal Grant to Support Community Policing Initiatives
The United States Department of Justice recently announced that Livingston County will receive $375,000 through its Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS), which will allow the County to hire additional law enforcement professionals.
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Livingston County Office of Veteran Services Launches New Website
The website features an updated calendar of veteran-focused events happening throughout the area, calls attention to the Livingston County Veterans Monument and provides a place for veterans to find support services and outreach.
Visit the Newly Launched Website Here!
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Visit LivCo Provides Helpful Guide to Enjoying Autumn in Livingston County
The fall season always brings endless adventures for the entire family to the Genesee River Valley. From seasonal events, festive food and drink offerings, memorable farm experiences, guided ghost tours and more, Livingston County has so many opportunities for you to get outside and fall in love with autumn.
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County Receives Praise From Comptroller’s Office for Fiscal Responsibility
Livingston County continued to be an example of financial responsibility after the Office of the New York State Comptroller issued its latest Fiscal Stress Monitoring System results with the County ranking among the top overall governments in New York State.
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County Unveils Speakers Bureau to Connect Employees With Groups and Organizations
The new initiative will provide residents with the opportunity to learn more about how County government works while also providing insight into various programs and initiatives within Livingston County – many of which have been recognized for their excellence on the state and national levels.
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Finger Lakes Breastfeeding Partnership Unveils Simple Survey to Help Mothers With Breastfeeding Need
Finger Lakes Breastfeeding Partnership and Pivital Public Health Partnership have established a short, simple survey to better gauge how to help mothers. The 15-question survey can be completed in fewer than three minutes and will provide valuable insight.
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County Names New Training and Professional Development Coordinator
The Livingston County Board of Supervisors has appointed Dr. Jaclyn Woollett as the County’s Training and Professional Development Coordinator.
Learn More About Her Hiring!
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Free Lunch & Learn: Medicare 2022 Updates
Livingston County Office for the Aging will co-sponsor a Medicare 2022 Update Program, along with Lifespan and HIICAP/Medicare program.
Fall Open Enrollment, which runs October 15th to December 7th every year, is the time to review what Medicare coverage you have, compare it with other options, and make sure that your current coverage will meet your needs for the coming year. It is also an opportunity to learn updates on original Medicare costs, co-pays, deductibles, and covered services.
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Board of Supervisors Declares Livingston County a Green Light for Military Service County
This designation recognizes and honors the approximately 200,000 men and women in uniform making the transition from military service to civilian life each year, known among veterans as expiration of term of service. Service members often report high levels of stress during this transition and studies have shown veterans are at a high risk for suicide during their first year after leaving military service. Veteran Services Director David Terry said County residents can visibly show their support for transitioning service members by displaying a green lightbulb in their home or places of business from Oct. 12 to Nov 13.
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New Photo Galleries Available!
The #LivCo Historian’s Office has an improved online photo gallery, which showcases a sampling of the thousands of photographs in its archives. Let the County Historian’s Office know if there is something special you’re looking for.
View the Galleries Here!
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Join us for the 4th Annual "Made in the Finger Lakes" Holiday Shopping Event on Saturday, November 26th, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is FREE!
On "Shop Local" Saturday, support 30 Finger Lakes vendors selling their diverse gifts. Enjoy local wine, beer, cider, and food tastings, while you fill your "Made in the Finger Lakes" gift boxes with local products. Shop Local and celebrate all that the Finger Lakes has to offer on November 26th at the Finger Lakes Welcome Center.
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Dialysis Center at County Nursing Home to Expand Hours
The Wyoming County Hospital Dialysis Center, located on the ground floor of the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, is expanding operating hours and will begin offering dialysis services six days a week starting October 17, 2022.
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County Warns Veterans to be on the Lookout for Fraud
With cyber-crime and fraud on the rise, the Livingston County Clerk’s Office, in conjunction with the Office of Veteran Services, is reminding residents who served in the military to file their discharge paperwork, commonly known as a DD214, with the County Clerk’s Office as soon as possible.
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Livingston County Joins American Lung Association in Recognizing Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Livingston County joins the American Lung Association in uniting with people from across the country to stand together against lung cancer.
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