Approximately 200 bags will be distributed to seniors this week, with a variety of items inside including journals, mind teasers, and water bottles intended to remind seniors that they haven’t been forgotten throughout the pandemic. (Submitted Photo)

CHENANGO COUNTY – Chenango Health Network and staff members from the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging have partnered to help bring gifts to seniors throughout the county.

According to Chenango Health Network Deputy Director Chris Paul, the idea to deliver gift bags to senior citizens throughout Chenango County began at the beginning of the pandemic.

Paul said it's important to recognize how difficult the pandemic has been for seniors in particular, and try to do something to help.

“This is the first time we’ve done something like this for the senior population, we’re giving out 200 bags full of items like throw blankets, mind teaser games, and journals,” said Paul. “Staff members from the area agency on aging along with Brian Wessels have agreed to help out by coming to our office at 9 a.m. each day to pick up bags and deliver them.”