PSS's mission is to strengthen the capacity of older New Yorkers,

their families, and communities to thrive!

Call or Text Toll-Free Caregiver Hotline: (866) 665-1713
PSS's mission is to strengthen the capacity of older New Yorkers,

their families, and communities to thrive!

Call or Text Toll-Free Caregiver Hotline: (866) 665-1713

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September 29, 2025
September 29, 2025

Movement with Essentrics®: Gentle Full-Body Fitness for Healthy Aging

Essentrics® is a low-impact, full-body exercise program designed to help older adults stay strong, flexible, and mentally sharp. Created by former ballerina Miranda Esmonde-White, the method blends slow, flowing movements from ballet, tai chi, and physiotherapy to lengthen and strengthen muscles at the same time—without the pounding or strain of traditional workouts. The program’s emphasis...
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September 29, 2025

Ageism Awareness Day 2025: Breaking Bias, Elevating Inclusion

October 9, 2025 marks another important milestone in the fight for social equity and inclusion: Ageism Awareness Day. Led by the American Society on Aging (ASA), this annual observance aims to spotlight the pervasive, often unseen ways that age-based discrimination affects individuals and communities—and to spark collective action toward more age-inclusive societies. In this article,...
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September 29, 2025

Honoring Roots, Reclaiming History: Indigenous Peoples Day 2025 Across the U.S.

Each year, on the second Monday in October, many communities in the United States pivot from Columbuscentric commemoration toward a recognition of Indigenous resilience, history, and culture. In 2025, Indigenous Peoples Day falls on Monday, October 13. While Columbus Day remains a federal holiday, numerous states, cities, and local organizations have adopted Indigenous Peoples Day...
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