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their families, and communities to thrive!

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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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October 28, 2025

Safe Money, Safe Aging

Fraud targeting older adults has become one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country — and New Yorkers are not immune. Scammers are clever, persistent, and skilled at using fear, urgency, or false kindness to get what they want. But information is power. The more you know, the safer you (and your loved ones) are....
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October 28, 2025

The Changing Face of Aging in New York City

Aging in New York has never been one-dimensional. It’s layered — like the city itself.The faces of older adulthood here reflect every neighborhood, every language, every path that led someone to call this city home. Across the five boroughs, older adults are living, creating, and leading in ways that challenge the outdated picture of what...
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October 28, 2025

The Power of Connection: Why You Need Other Caregivers in Your Life

Caregiving can be deeply rewarding, but it can also be lonely in ways that are hard to explain. Even when surrounded by people, caregivers often carry an invisible weight — the constant worry, exhaustion, and emotional load that few truly understand. Family and friends might care, but unless they have been in your shoes, they...
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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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September 23, 2025

Could a Chatbot Be Your New Caregiving Sidekick?

Caring for someone with dementia can feel like you’re “on” 24/7. Questions pop up at all hours: Is it safe to give this medicine now? How do I calm my loved one when they are anxious? What should I do when they refuse to eat? And often, there’s no one immediately available to answer. This...
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August 26, 2025

Dating After 50—What You Need to Know

“Intimate connections like those created during dating can alleviate stress, delay mental and physical decline, and help you live longer.” — Amanda Krisher, Associate Director of Behavioral Health at NCOA’s Center for Healthy Aging Embarking on the dating journey after age 50 can be both exciting and meaningful—like feeling those old butterflies all over again....
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August 25, 2025

Memory Issues – Knowing the Difference: Normal Aging, Mild Cognitive Impairment, and Dementia

As we grow older, it’s natural to experience occasional forgetfulness—like misplacing keys or pausing to recall a word. These mild lapses, known as age-associated memory impairment, are typically harmless and don’t interfere with daily life. But when they become frequent, disrupting routines or memory of familiar faces, it might indicate something more serious. Mild Cognitive...
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August 25, 2025

Driving at Age 65+: How to Decide When To “Retire” From Driving

… Plus, Driving Tips and Transportation Resources Driving is a big part of staying independent, but as we age, changes in vision, reflexes, and health can make it harder to stay safe on the road. It’s smart to plan, as AAA research shows that most people outlive their ability to drive safely by nearly a...
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