The Independence Care System provides social
programs for seniors in the Bronx.  Currently they
offer Art for Everyone on Wednesdays from 10 AM -
1:30 PM, and  hold Knitting and Crocheting Groups
on Wednesdays from 1 - 3 PM.  Full calendar for all boroughs here...

You may qualify for the NYC Rent
Freeze Program if you rent an apartment that is rent regulated (rent controlled, rent stabilized, hotel stabilized or Mitchell-Lama) and; you are a senior citizen or have a disability.  Read more...

Medicare Open Enrollment Help is Available here...

Introducing the NYC Senior Service Providers
Volunteer Coalition Volunteer Guide. With more
than 1.5 million adults age 60 or older living in New
York City,the NYC Senior Service Providers
Volunteer Coalition created an electronic guide to
connect volunteers who want to serve older adults.
See how you can help here...

SSA Press Release - Scam Calls PSA: Please take
a moment to review the document (link below) from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Office of
Inspector General (OIG). A Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign has been launched in an effort to alert
and inform the nation’s public about these ongoing scam calls. This press release also provides information on
how to report the incident if they receive the scam call.  Read the press release here...

Stamp Out Mailbox Fishing: Important tips for Tax Time. Mail your checks or money order at the Post Office only.
Protect Your $$$. More tax time tips are available here...

Socialize!  Find a senior center in the Bronx and provide you or your loved ones an opportunity to get out of the house and receive social and mental stimulation.  Food, too!
Listed here...

Have you heard of Citymeals?  This service provides a nutritious meal delivered right to your door, companionship and a watchful eye on the health and safety of our seniors.  Find your local program here...

Seniors Fitness: From April through June 2019, come out and get active in your neighborhood park! They welcome New Yorkers 60+ to participate in free tennis lessons, yoga and fitness walking in 16 neighborhood parks across the city. Activities in this six-week Seniors Fitness program take place twice a week and all equipment is provided. Information  here...

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) at the Community Service Society of New York matches the skills and interests of adults aged 55+ with NYC youth impacted by juvenile justice interactions or parental incarceration, mentoring them in skills to overcome challenges and to build on their strengths. RSVP Mentors will serve as part of a community of older citizens that ‘has their back’ and assists youth as they navigate within ever shrinking resources in New York City. The RSVP staff provides you the training, placement and support at a number of nonprofit, community based partner organizations for youth. Be a Mentor with the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program!
For more information attend the RSVP Mentor Orientation. Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 10 AM-  
12:30 PM, 633 3rd Avenue. New York, NY 10017.
Confirm your seat and be added to the building security listing by contacting Karen Brown at kbrown@cssny.org or call 212-614-5557.

Caregivers:  If you are caring for an older adult, or are an older adult yourself, there is available support to ease the way. Read more..