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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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When Siblings Disagree About Care

When an aging parent begins to need care, siblings often assume love will be enough to keep everyone aligned. It rarely works that way. Care decisions surface history, personality, financial stress, and deeply held beliefs about responsibility. What looks like disagreement about logistics is often something much older and more emotional. Research shows sibling tension...
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Ambiguous Loss in Dementia Care

When Someone Is “Here, but Not Here” Many caregivers describe a confusing emotional tension. The person they love is still physically present, yet something fundamental has shifted. Memory fades unpredictably. Personality changes. Shared routines and private language lose their familiarity. There has been no funeral, no defined goodbye — and yet there is grief. Psychologist...
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National Slam the Scam Day (March 5, 2026)

What Older Adults Need to Know to Stay Safe On Thursday, March 5, 2026, communities nationwide observe National Slam the Scam Day, a public awareness campaign led by the Social Security Administration and its Office of the Inspector General. The goal is simple but important: help people—especially older adults—recognize scams, avoid financial loss, and know...
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Meet Our Instructor Diane Jacobowitz

by Jeff Nesler Transforming Lives Through Movement and Breath For Diane Jacobowitz, movement has never simply been a profession but a lifelong calling. Long before she began teaching Fitness Empowerment classes or guiding students through Essentrics®, she felt an instinctive connection to dance and the human body in motion. “I knew it from before I...
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National Caregivers Day: Honoring Everyday Heroes

Each year on the third Friday in February, people across the United States pause to honor the remarkable individuals who provide care, comfort, and compassion to others. In 2026, National Caregivers Day falls on Friday, February 20, a day dedicated to recognizing caregivers’ tireless work and profound impact. What Is National Caregivers Day? National Caregivers...
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Caregiving After Hospital Discharge

The transition from hospital to home is one of the most vulnerable moments in caregiving. Families often assume the crisis has passed once discharge papers are signed, but in reality, many problems begin after a person returns home. Confusing instructions, new medications, follow-up appointments, and sudden changes in daily needs can overwhelm even experienced caregivers....
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Taking Medicines Safely as You Age

Medicines play an important role in managing chronic conditions and supporting health as we age. But when medications are taken incorrectly, or when prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, and supplements are mixed without guidance, they can cause serious and sometimes dangerous problems. Older adults are especially vulnerable because many manage multiple conditions and medications at the same...
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How to Stop Cravings and Emotional Eating: Practical Strategies That Really Help

Cravings and emotional eating are common, but they’re not a sign of weakness or lack of willpower. In fact, they’re often your body’s and brain’s way of communicating unmet needs, whether physical, emotional, or environmental. Understanding what drives cravings is the first step toward managing them with compassion and effectiveness. Understand the Difference Between Hunger...
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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day: A Day of Reflection and Service

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, observed each year on the third Monday in January, is more than a federal holiday: It is a day of reflection, service, and renewed commitment to justice, equality, and community. Dr. King’s vision of a “Beloved Community,” grounded in nonviolence, compassion, and shared responsibility, continues to resonate across generations. This...
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Healthy Eye Habits for Older Adults: Simple Steps to Protect Your Vision

Our eyes work hard every day, and like the rest of our bodies, they benefit from consistent care as we age. While some changes in vision are a natural part of getting older, many eye problems are preventable or manageable with healthy habits and regular attention. The good news: small, everyday choices can make a...
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