Older Adults News
Encore: An update for our older adult residents
Encore 2026 | Vol. 6
This edition of Encore highlights a wealth of local programs and resources designed to help Oakland County seniors thrive through active living, community engagement, and educational opportunities.
Encore 2025 | Vol. 5
The holiday season is upon us and that means it’s a good time to take a moment to give thanks for those who enrich our lives and help us remember our shared traditions.
Encore 2025 | Vol. 4
We hope you can take advantage of everything Oakland County has to offer from the recreational opportunities to summer concerts and festivals.
Encore 2024 | Vol. 3
This newsletter is full of fun facts, stimulating events and opportunities to learn more about the history of the county.
Encore 2024 | Vol. 2
In this and future newsletters, you can learn more about what makes Oakland County such an amazing place to call home.
Encore 2024 | Vol. 1
This is the first of a series of newsletters where we will share information about all the resources, we have to offer you and your families.
News Articles & Announcements
Oakland County Moves to New .gov Website and Email
Oakland County has changed its address. Its website address, that is. Users can now find the county at OaklandCountyMI.gov.
- OaklandCountyMI.gov is now the county’s official website and email address, enhancing security and making official county communications easier to recognize.
- Residents and organizations should update contact lists, links and records that reference the former OakGov.com.
- Emails sent to an old .com address will automatically forward to the new .gov address.
PONTIAC, Mich., Sept. 21, 2026 — Oakland County has changed its address. Its website address, that is. Users can now find the county at OaklandCountyMI.gov. Meanwhile, county email addresses have transitioned to the format ofUsername@OaklandCountyMI.gov. The usernames themselves remain the same as in the previous email addresses and messages sent to old email addresses will automatically be redirected.
The move to .gov enhances security by making it easier for the public to recognize the official Oakland County website, as .gov domains are reserved for verified U.S. government organizations.
Most residents, organizations and other users should:
- Update saved Oakland County email addresses in your contact lists.
- Ensure the new OaklandCountyMI.gov domain is allowed in your email systems.
- Update systems and records that reference the former OakGov.com if you regularly communicate with Oakland County.
- Update automated systems that send information to Oakland County email addresses.
For more information, visit the FAQ webpage about Oakland County’s website and email transition.