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Celebrate Mustache Day With DJ Tony At The Canarsie Adult Day Center This Friday, March 22nd!

Mar 19, 2019

Celebrate Mustache Day and party with DJ Tony at the Canarsie Adult Day Center this Friday, March 22nd!

Check below to see the rest of the events happening this week!

Wednesday 3/20/19:
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet /Client’s Blood P. (Myrl)
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- Follow the Arrows(And-Pasc)
11:00-12:00- Chair Exercise
12:00- 12:45- PARACHUTE (a language activity)
12:45-1:00- A Woman History (Mme CJ Parker)
1:00-1:30- LUNCH
1:30-2:00 Women History Docum.(And-Pasc)
2:00 : CLIENTS’ DEPARTURE

Thursday 3/21/19

9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Client’s Blood P. (Myrl)
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- Arts & Craft (And-Pasc)
11:00-11:45- Chair Exercise
11:45-1:00- SUPER BINGO (And-Pasc)
1:00-1:30- LUNCH
1:30-2:00 Women History Docum.(And-Pasc)
1:30-2:00  Client’s Blood Pressure (Myrl)
2:00 : CLIENTS’ DEPARTURE

Image via EZPartyZone

Canarsie Adult Day Center
1880 Rockaway ParkwayBrooklyn, NY 11236
(718) 513-0776
(718) 298-3134

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Bright Health Joins New York for Seniors Health & Wellness Resource Series

Mar 18, 2019

Today it was announced that Bright Health has become a partner of the New York for Seniors Health & Wellness Resource Series.  The first New York for Seniors event that Bright Health will participate in, will be May 9, 2019, in Harlem.

The New York for Seniors Health & Wellness Resource Series (Harlem Edition) is being produced in partnership with the Central Harlem Senior Citizens’ Centers Inc., and will be held at the Lt PJ Kennedy Center, located at 34 West 134th St.

“We are happy to have Bright Health on board as a partner”, stated Wayne Jordan, Director of New York for Seniors. “Our mission is to connect New York City’s seniors to the best resources available to them, and Bright Health is another great resource for our senior population. Bright Health’s support shows their commitment to engaging with the seniors in the community.”

For seniors and caregivers looking to attend this FREE event, you can Register Here.  Senior Center Directors are encouraged to put this event on their calendars, as a must-attend event for their seniors.

To become a sponsor or community partner, call New York for Seniors at (877)255-7017 or email Vernon Jones, Jr., at [email protected].

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Seniors of NYC: This is Johnny

Mar 18, 2019

photos and story by Herb Bardavid, a photographer and contributor to New York for Seniors, who focuses on making our seniors visible.

This is Johnny (Dee) Dentato.  The first time I saw him, he was sitting in the park at 72nd Street and Broadway.  He was sitting in the bright sunlight playing his saxophone.  I was sitting in the shade on the other side of the park.  Because shooting in the bright sunlight is not the best way to get good images, I continued to sit in the shade and watch the shadows creep closer and closer to Johnny until they encompassed him completely.  Now that it was better light to photograph, I sat next to him as he was playing Big Band music from the 30s and 1940s.  As he played, people dropped a dollar or two into his open saxophone case.  There were dollar bills, change, a notebook with some sort of list that had check marks, and a large sign taped to his case.  It was that sign that made Johnny different than the usual New York City street musician: “10% goes to: St. Jude Children’s Hospital.  We won’t cheat on St. Jude, the children or you.”

I dropped a dollar bill in the case, seemed like a worthy cause to me and continued to wait for Johnny to stop playing.

I asked why St. Jude’s.  He said he saw the commercials on television and thought that would be a good place to donate money which he has been doing for about 8 years.  They call him from time to time to thank him which makes him feel good about how he is helping them.

As we were talking, he gave me a flyer announcing a performance that he was giving as a tribute to his good friend, Nat King Cole.  He said he was very close with Nat King Cole and he worked with him in musical arrangements for ten years.  As people would drop money in his case, Johnny handed out this flyer and invited people to come.  Many people who passed by said hello and seemed to know Johnny.

When I asked Johnny if he had been married, he said too long, and that he was divorced three times.  When I asked about children, I unknowingly touched on a tender issue.  Johnny had a daughter who drowned many years ago at the age of 5.  Johnny paused with a distressed expression.  This is a wound that never completely heals.  He said it was a long time ago and then continued playing the theme song to Casablanca.

I have seen Johnny several times since he is so often out playing in the same spot and time after 3:30 in the afternoon.  One day there was a young man sitting and listening to him.  Peter is from Nevada and this is his second visit to New York City.  He is a high school student-his aunt lives in NYC and Peter is visiting her.  Peter thought that it was great that he could sit in a park and make friends with a stranger while listening to his music.

Johnny said that he often credits his need to play music that gets him out of his apartment.  He then paused and said even if he didn’t have his music, he thinks he would get out often.  He feels a need to be with people.  It makes him feel alive and a reason to keep on going, even at the age of 91.

See Herb Bardavid’s blog here.

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Seniors of NYC: This is Manny

Mar 16, 2019

photos and story by Herb Bardavid, a photographer and contributor to New York for Seniors, who focuses on making our seniors visible.

I have seen Manny many times over the past two years.  He lives on 65th street right around the corner from my apartment.  I had interviewed several of his friends, but Manny was in his 50s and he seemed too young for the blog.  However, he has now reached the ripe old age of 60. I wanted to know his story.

Manny was born in Staten Island and moved to Manhattan as a young man.  He was married twice, and both of his wives died.  His first wife died of cancer after they were married for only three years and his second wife died of breast cancer after fifteen years of marriage.

At the time of her diagnosis, they were working to establish themselves in a home, so they could raise a family.  At that point, they decided they should not have children.  When she died, Manny said his life fell apart.  He started doing drugs-cocaine, crack cocaine and heroin.  He lost everything, including the will to live.  For three years, he lived on the streets, sleeping in basements, hoping to die.

Clearly, Manny turned his life around.  He has been clean for twenty years now.  I asked him how he did it.  He was arrested and when he appeared before the judge, that judge gave him a choice between jail or a drug program.  Manny chose the program – Samaritan House. Once in the program, he began to believe there was a reason to live and wanted to put his life back together.  He told the story of when the staff said he was ready to leave the program. But he felt he was not ready to leave.  He fought with them.  He knew that if he left then, he would fall again.  He knew he needed more time.  He convinced the staff and stayed on for several more months.  Although Manny spends lots of time in front of his building, I will never see him in the back courtyard- that’s where the drugs can be found, and he wants no part of it.

Manny lives alone now and still works.  He was an auto mechanic who had worked on high-end cars.  He told me that he could strip down a Maserati or a Jaguar to the bare bones and rebuild it-no problem.  He now works as an independent contractor in construction, doing renovations to apartments and brownstones.

Getting out every day to either work or to be with friends from the neighborhood is important for Manny.  He is grateful for his recovery from drugs and wants to be helpful to others.  He has befriended three young men from the Philippines whom he helps financially with their college expenses.

Getting out and being involved with his friends and neighbors makes life meaningful for Manny.  He is a treasure in his Upper West Side neighborhood.

See Herb Bardavid’s blog here.

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Healthy Living

Free Screening Mammograms for Residents of Brooklyn and Queens Until May 31, 2019

Mar 15, 2019

Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology is providing FREE screening mammograms for women in Queens and Brooklyn without health insurance. This program will be available until May 31, 2019. We want to ensure that all women have access to necessary health care.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Resident of Brooklyn or Queens
  • No health insurance
  • Make less than $40k/year
  • Have not had a mammogram within the last year
  • 40 years of age or older
  • Physician referral preferred

Call to setup an appointment 718.732.0222

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Healthy Living

$1.7 Million ThriveNYC Geriatric Mental Health Expansion

Mar 15, 2019

Launches #ThriveWorksHere tour to highlight important work of ThriveNYC

NEW YORK—First Lady Chirlane McCray, Department for the Aging (DFTA) acting Commissioner Caryn Resnick, and Senior Advisor to the Mayor and head of the Office of ThriveNYC Susan Herman announced today a $1.7 million expansion of mental health services through the ThriveNYC DFTA Geriatric Mental Health Initiative. The funding will expand the program up to 25 additional senior centers, allowing DFTA to embed more licensed clinicians in centers across the City and help ensure seniors have access to mental health services to help them battle issues ranging from depression and anxiety to highly disruptive behaviors.

Prior to ThriveNYC, DFTA did not have ongoing, dedicated mental health services widely available on-site at senior centers. In 2016, the City funded these services in 25 senior centers across each borough through ThriveNYC. The announcement was made during a visit to the Council Center for Senior Citizens as part of the launch of #ThriveWorksHere, a series of tours highlighting the office’s work in the city.

“Stigma and lack of resources keeps mental health in the shadows, preventing people from receiving the care they need and deserve,” said First Lady Chirlane McCray. “ThriveNYC’s Geriatric Mental Health Initiative is changing that by putting clinicians in senior centers across the city, and the evidence proves our approach is working. We are thrilled to continue the work of this critical program.”

“We thank First Lady McCray for funding the expansion of vital mental health services and her commitment to diverse older New Yorkers,” said Department for the Aging acting Commissioner Caryn Resnick. “We know that the Geriatric Mental Health program works and strengthens communities. DFTA is ready to help even more older adults overcome stigmas through confidential, on-site counseling at senior centers.”

“Providing mental health services to seniors – who are often experiencing feelings of loneliness, depression and anxiety – is absolutely critical. And the results speak for themselves with the majority of seniors receiving on-site treatment experiencing an improvement in symptoms,” said Susan Herman, Senior Advisor to the Mayor, Office of Thrive NYC. “If we want to make a difference, we must meet people where there are. That’s what this program does. This is life changing work. We’re focusing on people at risk and going where they are —to reach as many as possible.”

“Mental health is a key element in successful aging. Meeting the mental health needs of older adults is a challenge as they often go undiagnosed or are mistakenly believed to be part of the normal aging process. Fortunately, older adults have found a voice through ThriveNYC — a voice that is empowering them and giving them the tools they need to learn, grow and enjoy life,” said Rosemarie Riola, Council Center for Senior Citizens Executive Director.

As of January 2019, more than 1,700 seniors have been assessed by mental health clinicians and nearly 700 have received mental health treatment.

ThriveNYC’s DFTA Geriatric Mental Health services are available in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian. Seniors in need of mental health counseling are never turned away, regardless of their ability to pay.

DFTA is currently conducting an assessment to determine where the new Geriatric Mental Health sites will be placed. Factors being considered include the need for services and available space, as well as ensuring geographic, socioeconomic, and language needs of communities are met.

The related ThriveNYC DFTA Friendly Visiting Program for socially isolated seniors, NYC Well, and Mental Health First Aid trainings also offer support to seniors and New Yorkers in need of help.

For more information, call 311 and ask for the “geriatric mental health” program. New Yorkers of all ages in need of mental health help can contact NYC Well by calling 1-888-NYC-WELL, texting “WELL” to 65173, or by visiting nyc.gov/nycwell. Free, confidential support is available any hour of the day in more than 200 languages.

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Glow in the Dark Party for Seniors Fri March 15 in Brooklyn

Mar 07, 2019

Checkout this FREE Glow in the Dark Party and Open House, at the Canarsie Adult Day Center.  The party is open to all seniors throughout Brooklyn.

  • DJ
  • Refreshments
  • Activities
  • Open House
  • more…

Location: 1880 Rockaway Pkwy, Brooklyn NY 11236

Telephone: (718) 513-o776

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New York for Seniors Using Video To Show How Family Members Can Be Paid for Caring for Elderly Loved Ones

Mar 06, 2019

New York for Seniors®, the initiative created to improve the quality of life for New York City’s seniors, has launched a video to promote an important program for seniors and family caregivers.  The program (CDPAP) allows family members to be paid for caring for an elderly loved one. The person needing care must be eligible for Medicaid.  If you are in need of this service, or home care in general, but do not have Medicaid then you should contact New York for Seniors at (877)255-7017, and they will connect you to one of their partners to assist you with Medicaid eligibility.

Watch the Video below.

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Healthy Living

NYC Senior Events Calendar Launches on NewYorkforSeniors.com

Mar 06, 2019

It was announced today, that New York for Seniors® has launched the official New York for Seniors® Events Calendar, dedicated to senior events in New York City. Events include health fairs, healthcare workshops, entertainment, fitness events, galas and more.  The events calendar can be found here.

You will be able to find events for seniors in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Bronx and Staten Island.

New York for Seniors® member organizations are able to post their events for free onto the calendar.  If your organization plays a role in the lives of New York City’s senior population, then you might want to become a member of New York for Seniors®.  See the list of Member Benefits here.

 

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Register Now for the Health & Wellness Resource Fairs Throughout NYC

Mar 04, 2019

You can now Register for one or more of the 2019 New York for Seniors Health & Resource Fairs.  Below is a link to the list of events that are now open for registration.  Senior Centers and Adult Day Centers are encouraged to add these events to their event calendars.  Treat your seniors to a great time at these events, filled with giveaways, activities, health resource information, guest speakers, refreshments, and more.

Senior Centers and Adult Day Centers can also become event partners by contacting New York for Seniors at (877)255-7017 or email [email protected].

  • Thursday April 18, 2019 – Easter Hat Pageant – Brooklyn (Register here)
  • Thursday May 9, 2019 – New York for Seniors Health & Wellness Resource Fair – Harlem (Register here)
  • Saturday September 7, 2019 – Healthy NYC Expo (Register here)
  • Thursday November 14, 2019 – New York for Seniors Health & Wellness Resource Fair – Brooklyn (Register here)
  • Click here for the full list
  • Queens and Bronx events will be announced shortly.

Vendor/Sponsorship Opportunities are available. New York for Seniors partner organizations receive 50% off all sponsorship rates. To become a vendor, sponsor or partner, contact New York for Seniors at (877)255-7017 or Contact JIG Media here.

 

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Learn How To Play Pool At The Canarsie Adult Day Center!

Feb 27, 2019

Brush up on your pool skills today at the Canarsie Adult Day Center!

Feb 27, 2019 activities:

9:00-10:00 – Meet & greet / hot beverage social
10:00-10:30 – Breakfast
10:30-11:00 – Follow the Arrows
11:00-11:55 – Health class
12:00-12:55 – Yoga
1:00-1:30 – Lunch
1:30-2:00 – Pool Lesson
2:00 – Clients departure

1880 Rockaway Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11236
(718) 513-0776
(718) 298-3134

Canarsie Adult Day Center

Information/Image via http://traditionhomecare.com + caregiverstress.com

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Assemblyman Michael Blake Looking to Expand Rent Freeze Program for Seniors if He Becomes Public Advocate

Feb 25, 2019

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Assemblyman Michael Blake, who is a candidate to become New York City’s next Public Advocate, has expressed concerns over transportation and housing issues that negatively impact seniors throughout New York City.

HOUSING
ENFORCE AND STRENGTHEN RENT STABILIZATION LAWS

More than 50% of New Yorkers are rent burdened and spend more than 30% of their monthly income on housing. (As a general rule, you want to spend no more than 30 percent of your monthly gross income on housing. If you’re a renter, that 30 percent includes utilities, and if you’re an owner, it includes other home-ownership costs like mortgage interest, property taxes and maintenance.) The elimination of rent-stabilized units is particularly harmful for our City’s senior citizens, who should have the right to age in place.

As Public Advocate, I will work to expand the number of senior citizens enrolled in the Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption program, SCRIE, which freezes rent for senior New Yorkers who earn less than $50,000 and are paying more than a third of their income in units that are rent-controlled or stabilized. I will also work to expand the enrollment eligibility from the current household income threshold to $45,800.

TRANSPORTATION
More than 40% of our seniors live in areas that don’t have enough public transportation. We need to make it easier for our seniors to get around by making our bus system more accommodating and expanding Access-A-Ride service. Only one out of every three bus stops have shelters and benches, which is unacceptable in a world-class city. I will push for the City to build more benches and shelters.

Find out more about Michael Blake on the Issues.

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New York City Agencies Awarded $77.7 Million For 37 Projects To Transform New York’s Health Care System

Feb 23, 2019

New York City agencies have been awarded $77.7 Million from New York State, to support 37 projects that will protect and transform New York City’s health care system. This funding from the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program will improve patient care through the development of high-quality medical facilities and programs serving the inpatient, primary care, mental health, substance use disorder and long-term care needs of communities throughout the State.

“While the federal administration has spent two years working to roll back healthcare access, we are investing more than ever in programs and facilities to ensure New Yorkers get the high-quality services they need,” Governor Cuomo said. “These investments in cutting-edge infrastructure will expand 21st century healthcare options in every corner of the state and improve the health and wellbeing of families for decades to come.”

The awarded projects include

  • $2.9 Million to the Brooklyn Queens Nursing Home for capital improvements for new construction and renovations to create rehabilitation services and improve patient safety and quality of life
  • $5 Million to Isabella Geriatric Center for capital improvements to renvoate four floors to create a dedicated sub-acute, rehabilitation wing to reduce hospital readmissions and integrate the health information technology system
  • $2.2 Million for Partners Inc., to support start-up costs to design and implement health information technology upgrades to improve quality of care and increase patient safety

See the Full List of Projects and Agency Awards Here

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Party With DJ Tony For His Birthday On Friday, February 22nd At The Canarsie Adult Day Center!

Feb 21, 2019

Party with DJ Tony tomorrow at the Canarsie Adult Day Center! And check out today’s events below!

Thursday, 2/21/19
-9:00-10:00 – Meet & Greet/Hot Beverage Social
-10:00-10:30 – Breakfast
-10:30-11:00 – English Class/Writing
-11:00-11:45 – Chair Exercise
-11:45-1:00 – Super Bingo
-1:00-1:30 – Lunch
-1:30-2:00 – Pool Lesson
-2:00 – Departure

1880 Rockaway Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11236
(718) 513-0776
(718) 298-3134

Information/Image via Canarsie Adult Day Center +  Numark

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What Does It Mean To Be A Caregiver?

Feb 17, 2019

Do you take your elderly mother or grandmother food shopping? Do you refill your grandfather’s prescriptions? Do you make doctor’s appointments for your great aunt? If you do any of these things on a regular, routine basis, you may be considered a “Caregiver”.

A caregiver is a family member or close friend that decides to take care of a senior in need, while also maintaining their own personal and work lives. Most people do not know that they fit the “caregiver” role, and so they are not properly trained or educated on all of the tasks that they are required to do as a caregiver. Most caregiver’s also do not know that they can be paid to help their loved ones, which can create extra income for them.

As the caregiver for a senior family member, you can be paid through the CDPAP program.  Call New York for Seniors at (877) 255-7017 to be connected to one of our home care partners that participates in the CDPAP program.

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Healthy Eating

Help Your Loved One Fight The Flu This Winter With A Plant Based Diet!

Feb 15, 2019

Flu season is amongst us, and the best way to fight the flu or prevent it all together is by making sure your loved one is eating enough fresh produce!

According to onegreenplanet.org, “Overall, as research has shown, most vegans and vegetarians are healthier than meat eaters. But to keep colds at bay, you must follow a healthy lifestyle (including sleeping enough, exercising, not smoking, learning to cope with stress) and a healthy, varied diet, which means eating more than pasta and bread every day.”

So, incorporate more greens and fruits and replace meats and carbohydrates this Winter season to ensure optimal health!

Information/Image via www.onegreenplanet.org

 

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Rent Freeze Program for NYC Seniors And Video Instructions on How to Apply

Feb 14, 2019

The New York City rent freeze program for seniors is officially named “S.C.R.I.E.” Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption.

Senior citizens can get a rent freeze through SCRIE. If their rent goes up, people with SCRIE do not have to pay the higher rent. Instead, the City pays the landlord the difference between the current rent and the future rent.

Watch the video below, and go to this link at Access NYC to apply.

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Join The Ugly Sweater Party With DJ Kenny At The Canarsie Adult Day Center on Friday, February 15th!

Feb 13, 2019

DJ Kenny will be throwing an ugly sweater party on Friday, February 15th at the Canarsie Adult Day Center! It’ll be a party you won’t want to miss!

Check below for events happening on Thursday, February 14th (Valentine’s Day).

2/4/19 Thursday:
– 9:00-10:00 – Meet & Greet/ Hot Beverage Social
– 10:00-10:30 – Breakfast
– 10:30-11:00 – English Class/Writing
– 11:00-11:45 – Yoga
– 12:00-1:00 – Valentine’s Day Activities
– 1:00-1:30 – Lunch
– 1:30-2:00 – Pool Lesson
– 2:00 – Client’s departure

Address:
1880 Rockaway Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11236
(718) 513-0776
(718) 298-3134

Information/Image via Canarsie Adult Day Center + Chowhound

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NYC Healthcare Sales and Marketing Professionals Invited to New York for Seniors Information Sessions

Feb 12, 2019

New York for Seniors® will be hosting information sessions at the JIG Media offices in DUMBO, Brooklyn, Thursday February 21 and Thursday February 28, from 6pm-7pm.  These information sessions are for healthcare sales an marketing executives, managers and professionals, who play a role in the lives of New York City’s seniors. Find out about the New York for Seniors expanded initiatives and how your company can become a partner.

The session is perfect for managers and executives of health plans (and brokers), home care agencies, senior centers, hospitals, senior transportation, and other senior-focused market segments.

The sessions will include the following:

  • What is New York for Seniors?
  • Becoming an ‘Official Member Organization’ of New York for Seniors
  • Member benefits
  • New York for Seniors Awards Gala (multiple honoree categories for organizations and executives)
  • Expanded event opportunities
  • Customized partner opportunities
  • Innovative ways to educate seniors about your services and resources
  • Engaging seniors via social media

You MUST RSVP to attend one of the sessions, as space is limited.

Dates:

Thursday Feb. 21, 2019 (6p-7p)

Thursday Feb. 28, 2019 (6p-7p)

You can RSVP by calling (877)255-7017 or email Wayne Jordan at [email protected]

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In Healthcare News Long Time Healthfirst VP George Hulse Joins Emblem Health

Feb 08, 2019

According to CRAINS, longtime Healthfirst VP, External Affairs, George Hulse is joining EmblemHealth as vice president and senior adviser to president and CEO Karen Ignagni.

Hulse has decades of experience in community affairs, and is well known throughout New York City, among the healthcare and non profit sectors.  No doubt that Hulse will make an immediate positive impact to the Emblemhealth team.

 

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Come Party With DJ Tony At Canarsie Adult Center’s Valentine’s Day Party On Friday, February 8th!

Feb 05, 2019

DJ Tony and the Canarsie Adult Day Center are throwing a Valentine’s Day party that you won’t want to miss this Friday, February 8th!

Check below to view all of the other cool events happening this week!

Tuesday 2/5/19:
-10:30-11:00 – English Class/Writing
-11:00-11:55 – Zumba Dance
-12:00-12:55 – Bingo
-1:30-2:00 – What do you see?

Wednesday 2/6/19:
-10:30-11:00 – Follow the rows
-11:00-11:55 – Tai Chi
-12:00-12:55 – Bible study: The love of God
-1:30-2:00 – “Find Someone Who”

Thursday 2/7/19:
-10:30-11:00 – Simon Says
-11:00-11:55 – Chair Exercise
-12:00-12:55 – Bingo
-1:30-2:00 – Pool Lesson

Information/Image via The Canarsie Public Library + Hudson Valley Magazine

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New Affordable and Supportive Housing Approved for East New York

Feb 04, 2019

The new building will have 43 apartments for formerly homeless individuals. On January 9, 2019, the City Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve an application for the development of a seven-story residential building at 461 Alabama Avenue in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn. The City Planning Commission held a public hearing for the application on December 5, 2018. The applicant team consisted of the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, CB Emmanuel Realty LLC, Services for the Underservedand Newman Design.

The property is currently a city-owned vacant lot. The proposed building will have 70 residential units and one super’s unit.

There will be 43 supportive studio apartments. Supportive housing is designed to provide formerly homeless individuals stable housing with services provided onsite. Services for the underserved will provide services like employment services, life skills training, substance abuse services, and social and recreational activities to supportive residents.

The remaining apartments will all be affordable at 60 percent AMI. There will be twelve studio apartments, thirteen one-bedroom, and two two-bedroom affordable apartments. Rents for these apartments will range from $871 for a studio to $1,332 for a two-bedroom. The affordable apartments will be marketed through HPD Housing Connect.

The building would also include a lounge, a multipurpose room, a laundry room, tenant storage, and a landscaped courtyard.

Full Article on CityLand

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Healthy Living

New York for Seniors Health Fair Coming To Harlem May 2019 in Partnership With Central Harlem Senior Centers

Jan 29, 2019

Today it was announced that JIG Media and  HealthyNYC will be partnering with the Central Harlem Senior Citizens’ Centers Inc. , to bring the New York for Seniors Health and Wellness Resource Series to Harlem, Thursday May 9, 2019 (10am-2pm).

“We are excited to be bringing the New York for Seniors Health and Wellness Resource Series to Harlem”, stated Vernon Jones, Sr., CEO of JIG Media. “We are on our third year in Brooklyn and the Bronx, so this Harlem launch is special for us.  The Central Harlem Senior Citizens’ Centers Inc,  is the perfect partner because of their work in the Harlem community, as it relates to seniors. The day will be complete with activities, refreshments, giveaways, health screenings, entertainment and a host of resources from our healthcare partners.  All seniors are welcome, and as with all of our health events, everything is free.”

“Central Harlem Senior Citizens’ Centers, Inc. is  excited to partner with New York for Seniors to organize a Health & Wellness Resource Fair with fulfilled activities in Harlem”, stated James Haynes, Executive Director of Central Harlem Senior Citizens’ Centers Inc.

New York for Seniors events attracts upwards of 500-750 attendees and 30-50 partner organizations, including hospitals, home care agencies, health plans, city agencies. and senior-focused organizations. All agencies are at the events to provide information, and to educate the seniors on the vast resources that are available for seniors throughout New York City.

Senior centers are welcome to bring groups of seniors.

  • Attend the event – Register here, or you can RSVP by calling New York for Seniors at (877)255-7017.  
  • Become a vendor or sponsor of the event Contact JIG Media here, or call (877)255-7017. Vendor space is limited to 25 vendors for this event, so secure your partnership immediately!
  • Place an ad in the New York for Seniors print magazine, which will be distributed at the event, and in over 325 senior centers throughout New York City, contact Wayne Jordan at [email protected] or call (718)285-9351.

See past New York for Seniors events Bronx and Brooklyn.

To stay updated on senior initiatives throughout New York City. Subscribe to the New York for Seniors Online Newsletter.

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Check Out The Valentines Day Craft Activity And More This Week At The Canarsie Adult Day Center!

Jan 28, 2019

The Canarsie Adult Day Center is conducting a Valentines Day Craft activity for seniors today at 12 PM!

Check below for all of this weeks activities!

Monday, January 28th, 2019
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00-How was your weekend?
11:00-11:55- Tai Chi
12:00-12:55- Valentine’s Day Card Craft
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- Conversation Box

Tuesday, January 29th, 2019
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00-Current Events
11:00-11:55- Valentine’s Day Card Craft
12:00-12:55- Chair Exercise
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- Days of Our Lives Q&A

Wednesday, January 30th, 2019
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- Current Events
11:00-11:55- Chair Exercise
12:00-12:55- Follow the Arrows…
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- What do you see?

Thursday, January 31st, 2019
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- Jewelry Making
11:00-11:55- English Class
12:00-12:55- Yoga
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- Giant Cheese Toss

Information/Image via Canarsie Adult Day Center + DIYS.com

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Check Out This Healthy, Vegan and Gluten Free Alternative To Grandma’s Chocolate Chip Cookies!

Jan 25, 2019

Winter is the season of baking at grandma’s house, so why not try this delicious, easy, healthy version of the beloved chocolate chip cookie?! This recipe is not only easy, but it is vegan and gluten-free.

Check below for the recipe!

PERFECT VEGAN GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Perfect vegan chocolate chip cookies made with simple methods and 9 ingredients. Tender, sweet, studded with chocolate, and undetectably gluten-free.

Ingredients
US Customary – Metric
1 1/4 cup almond flour (almond flour works best here as opposed to almond meal, which would give these more crunchy texture and nutty flavor // if avoiding nuts, see notes*)
1/4 cup vegan dark chocolate chips (we like Enjoy Life)
1/3 cup gluten-free flour blend
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/3 cup organic brown sugar (or sub muscovado sugar)
1/4 cup aquafaba (the brine/liquid in a can of chickpeas)
3 Tbsp coconut oil (melted)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, stir together almond flour, dark chocolate chips, gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, and organic brown sugar. Set aside.

In a separate mixing bowl, beat aquafaba using a handheld mixer until light and fluffy and loose peaks have formed. (Add a little cream of tartar to help them along if not whipping.)

To the aquafaba, add the melted coconut oil and vanilla and beat or whisk to combine. Then add to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. You should have a firm, semi-tacky dough.

Loosely cover and let chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. In the meantime, preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Scoop out 1 1/2-Tablespoon amounts of dough (I like this scoop) and transfer to your lined baking sheet. Use the palm of your hand to smash the cookies down slightly into small mounds. They won’t spread much, so no need to leave a ton of room between cookies. There should be about 11 cookies (amount as original recipe is written // expect a different yield if altering batch size).
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Be careful not to burn (especially on the bottoms).
Remove from oven and let cool on the pan for 5 minutes. Then carefully loosen with a spatula and enjoy or continue to let cool.

Store cooled leftovers in a sealed container at room temperature up to 4 days or 1 month in the freezer. These are super delicious when warm and dipped in almond milk or hot cocoa!

Recipe/Image via minimalistbaker.com

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JIG Media To Livestream NYC Public Advocate Candidate’s Forum With ABC TV Reporter Derick Waller Moderating

Jan 23, 2019

Today it was announced that JIG Media will be partnering with Nikki Lucas, President of the People First Democratic Club, and former District Leader, covering East New York, Brownsville and Canarsie,  to livestream the New York City Public Advocate Candidate’s Forum, Saturday February 2, 2019, from the Brooklyn Sports Club.  The livestream will be seen on JIG Media’s NYCNewswire platform.  Some of the candidates include, former NYC Council Speaker, Melissa Mark-Viverito, Councilman Rafael Espinal, Assemblyman Michael Blake,  Assemblywoman Latrice Walker, and Councilman Jumaane Williams (See the full list of candidates on the flyer below).

“We are happy to be livestreaming this very important event”, stated Vernon Jones Sr, CEO of JIG Media. “This is a great opportunity for voters to actually see the candidates, and hear where they stand on the issues.”

Nikki Lucas stated, “I am happy to be able to bring this candidate’s forum to East New York, which is the district where I live and work. The voters are invited to come out to see the candidates in person, and we are excited about our partnership with JIG Media, to be able to livestream the event to the entire city. We worked together in the past with the livestream of the District Attorney Candidate’s Forum, which was very helpful for the voters and the candidates. This is a platform for the candidates to talk directly to the people.”

Nikki Lucas, who is responsible for putting this forum together, is also credited with landing ABC TV reporter, Derick Waller, as the moderator.

You can watch the event live on the homepage of www.NYCNewswire.com.

For more information and information on being in the audience during the event, contact Andre Robinson at 347-687-7482 or email [email protected].

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Celebrate DJ Kenny’s Birthday This Friday At The Canarsie Adult Day Center!

Jan 21, 2019

DJ Kenny is celebrating his birthday this Friday, January 25th at the Canarsie Adult Center! Make sure to show up and party with him!

Check below for all other events happening this week!

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- English Class
11:00-11:55- Sensory Coloring
12:00-12:55- Tai Chi
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- Bingo

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- Word Search Competition
11:00-11:55- Yoga
12:00-12:55- Bingo
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- The Price is Right

Thursday, January 24th, 2019
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- Coloring Competition
11:00-11:55- Health Class
12:00-12:55- Tai Chi
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- Arts & Crafts

Information/Image via canarsieadultliving.com + iStock 

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Share This Healthy Vegan Chili Recipe With Your Loved One This Winter!

Jan 19, 2019

Winter is officially here! While we’re all gearing up for the snow and extremely cold weather, it’s really easy for us to stay indoors and eat unhealthy comfort food. Instead of eating chili with meat in it, try making this extremely healthy vegan chili! It’s delicious and still gives you the “comfort” food satisfaction that we all enjoy.

Check out the recipe provided by epicurious.com below!

YIELD Serves 6 to 8

INGREDIENTS

1 tablespoon sunflower oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 cup shredded carrots
1-2 jalapeño peppers, stemmed, seeded, and minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup bulgur, rinsed
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 cups diced fresh tomatoes (about 2 medium or 6 plum tomatoes)
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
Chopped fresh cilantro

PREPARATION:

1. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, and jalapeño and sauté, stirring often, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add the bulgur, chili powder, and cumin and stir until well combined.
2. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender, about 1 hour. Season with salt to taste. Serve with a sprinkling of cilantro, if desired.

 

Information/Image via Food Network + www.epicurious.com

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Check Out The Winter Fashion Show With DJ Tony This Friday At The Canarsie Day Center!

Jan 15, 2019

Check out the winter fashion show that’s happening THIS FRIDAY at the Canarsie Adult Day Center! DJ Tony will be there as well, you won’t want to miss it!

Check below for the rest of this weeks events!

Wednesday 01/16:
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage
Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- Current Events
11:00-11:55- Tai chi
12:00-12:55- Needle Point Key Chain
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- Frog Pond Toss

Thursday 01/17:
9:00-10:00- Meet & Greet / Hot Beverage
Social
10:00-10:30- Breakfast
10:30-11:00- Arts & Crafts: Coloring
11:00-11:55- Manicures
12:00-12:55- Yoga
1:00-1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:00- Conversation Box

Information/Image via traditionhomecare.com +CrossRoadsNews

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Health & Wellness Organizations Can Now Post Their Events on the HealthyNYC Events Calendar

Jan 08, 2019

JIG Media, owners of the HealthyNYC initiative, announced the launch of the HealthyNYC Events Calendar. Health and wellness organizations can submit their health and wellness events for inclusion on the HealthyNYC Events Calendar.

This service is free!

“The reason we launched the HealthyNYC.com Events Calendar, is based on the need of New Yorkers to stay informed about the activities that are available throughout New York City”, stated Vernon Jones Sr., CEO of JIG Media. “In these uncertain times in the healthcare industry it is more important than ever for people to stay healthy. Staying healthy includes exercising, eating well and taking advantage of information and resources that are at your fingertips. There are hundreds of events taking place throughout New York City, and we want HealthyNYC.com to be the destination where event organizers can freely post their events, and New Yorkers can easily gain access to information about the events.  Events include health fairs, seminars, fitness sessions, healthy eating, mental health awareness, and everything in between.”

HealthyNYC.com, which is dedicated 100% to the health and well being of New Yorkers, was created to improve the Population Health for New York City.  This is done through daily healthy living content, as well as through events like the HealthyNYC Expo and the New York for Seniors Wellness & Resource Series.

The event submission process is extremely simple, and takes just a few minutes to post each event. There is no cost to post events, however JIG Media does provide a complete marketing service to promote your health events, digitally (eblasts, social media), and through the New York for Seniors print magazine.

You can start posting your events for free on the Events Submission Page.

For information on complete marketing services you can contact JIG Media here, email [email protected] or call 718-285-9351.

 

 

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