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OCO Launches March for Meals Campaign

Mar 7, 2018 - The staff of Oswego County Opportunities’ Nutrition Services is asking Oswego County residents to join them in their annual March for Meals campaign by being a part of the many events that they will be hosting during the month of March.

Registration Underway for OCO’s ‘Hooray for Hollywood’ Bowl-A-Fun

Mar 7, 2018 - Now is the time to put your team together and ensure your spot in one of the most anticipated community events of the year, Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) annual Bowl-A-Fun!

OCO Board of Directors to meet March 7

Feb 22, 2018 - The OCO Board of Directors will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, March 7, at 8:00 am

OCO Board Member Elections Set for February 20 & 22

Feb 15, 2018 - Oswego County Opportunities is holding its annual public election of members of its Board of Directors who will represent the low-income sector on its Board.

‘Hooray for Hollywood’ Bowl-A-Fun helps the homeless

Feb 13, 2018 - Roll out the red carpet; it’s time to prepare for one of Oswego County Opportunities’ most popular community events, the annual Bowl-A-Fun!

OCO Nutrition Services Seeks Volunteers

Feb 12, 2018 - One of area’s biggest kitchens is not in a restaurant. It prepares approximately 5,500 meals a week that are enjoyed by seniors in every corner of Oswego County.

OCO Point In Time Canvassing 2018

Feb 9, 2018 - Oswego County Opportunities recently joined a number of community partners in conducting its annual Point In Time Canvassing.

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month: You Have a Hand in Ending Dating Violence

Feb 9, 2018 - February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.

Volunteers Driving OCO Meals on Wheels Program

Feb 9, 2018 - Each weekday, around lunch time, Jane Kingsley anxiously awaits a knock on her kitchen door. When she opens it up she's happy to see that it’s the visitor she’s been waiting for, the Meals on Wheels volunteer driver delivering her meal.

OCO Board of Directors to meet February 7

Jan 25, 2018 - The OCO Board of Directors will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, February 7, at 8:00 am.

OCO Nutrition Services Partners with Subaru to Benefit Meals on Wheels

Jan 22, 2018 - OCO Nutrition Services took its partnership with the 2017 Subaru Share the Love Event ® to new heights recently as it gathered Subaru lovers for a special aerial photograph.

‘Hooray for Hollywood’ Bowl-A-Fun set April 14

Jan 15, 2018 - Forget about the Oscars and follow the paparazzi to this year’s Bowl-A-Fun.

Oswego County Opportunities Seeks Board Members

Jan 11, 2018 - OCO is seeking board members who have low incomes or who work with or represent the interests of people who are experiencing low incomes.

OCO and Oswego County Federal Credit Union Host Consumer Dinner

Dec 29, 2017 - When it comes to celebrating the holiday season, enjoying a Christmas dinner with friends is as anticipated as presents under the Christmas tree.

OCO Board of Directors to meet January 10

Dec 27, 2017 - The next meeting of the Board of Directors for Oswego County Opportunities takes place on Weds., January 10, at 8:00 am.

Kinney Drugs Gift Tree helps Mexico Seniors

Dec 20, 2017 - Kinney Drugs in Mexico is hosting a Senior Gift Tree throughout the Christmas season.

Oswego County Realtors Aid OCO PATH Program

Dec 15, 2017 - In this giving time of the year thoughts often turn to making the holiday season a little brighter for those in need.

Holiday Bicycle Ride to Benefit OCO PATH Program

Dec 6, 2017 - Murdock’s Bicycle and Sports will host its 2nd Annual Holiday Bicycle Ride on December 16 beginning at 4:00 pm at Murdock’s, 177 West First Street in Oswego.

OCO Nutrition Services Dials up Holiday Calling

Dec 6, 2017 - Staff and volunteers with OCO Nutrition Services are checking in with clients in OCO’s Meals on Wheels program throughout the holiday season.

Corporate Services Staff Recognition

Nov 30, 2017 - OCO's Corporate Services Staff were recognized for their service to the agency.

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Scenes from OCO's Annual Meeting April 9, 2019

Circles of Security changed our lives

Circles of Security is topic of Annual Meeting guest speakers

Congratulations to Whelahan Award winner

Diane Cooper-Currier and Ron Darrow

Finance Director recognized for service

Howard Wilcox Volunteer of the Year Award presented to John Zanewych

New Board Members welcomed

OCO Ex Dir Diane Cooper-Currier and retiring Board of Directors Treasurer Ron Darrow

OCO Nutrition Services Dining & Activity Centers:

Program Information & Menu

K-Rock Interview with OCO Health Education Staff

Community Health Assessment
for Oswego County

The Oswego County Health Department has released a summary of the Community Health Assessment 2014-2017. The assessment identifies the county's greatest health risks and challenges, compared to surrounding counties and the NYS average. Click here for the executive summary.

Highlights include the following challenges:

High overweight and obesity rate among adults and school children
High smoking rate, and high alcohol and drug abuse among adults
High disease burden and life lost from cancer, cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, and diabetes
High unintentional pregnancy rate and reduced percentage of pregnant women seeking early prenatal care
High rate of drug abuse
High suicide death rate
Increased incidence of STDs
Constant threat from mosquito-borne diseases and increased incidence of tick-borne diseases
Health disparities are associated with socioeconomic differences
Unfunded or underfunded federal and state mandates drain the County’s resources for improvement of local community health

OCO Employee Newsletter