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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!

Toll-Free Caregiver Hotline: (866) 665-1713

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Culture, Community, and Freedom

Black History is Present and on Display at PSS Harlem Center For American women, particularly Black American women, quilting was a social activity prior to the Civil War. For black Americans, African American quilts are important artistic representations of their past and present. They serve as both rays of hope and important historical lessons, telling...
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April 11, 2023

Navigating the Emotions of Advance Care Planning

Planning ahead for end-of-life decisions — there sure are more fun things to talk about! However, we know that preparing for the inevitable can give us a sense of autonomy, control, independence, and maybe even a sense of peace. Join Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Tamara Statz as she talks about some common emotional experiences...
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March 29, 2023

Film Noir NYC: Sorry, Wrong Number

Coming of Age, in conjunction with 305 West End Assisted Living, brings you the latest in its exciting Film Noir: NYC series. Enjoy a feature film in the screening room with light refreshments, including popcorn! This month’s feature is Sorry, Wrong Number starring Barbara Stanwyck and Burt Lancaster. A telephone glitch causes heiress Leona Stevenson (Stanwyck), who...
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February 17, 2023

Resilience in Retirement

Join Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Tamara Statz as she talks about how to remain resilient through the tricky transition of retirement. Come learn how you can adapt to the changes and new opportunities that come with retirement by assessing and enhancing your ability to remain resilient.  Tamara L. Statz, MA, LMFT, FT specializes in...
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February 17, 2023

Elder Abuse Basics

No older New Yorker should ever feel afraid, ashamed, embarrassed or helpless. Join Margaret Woods, the Director of Carter Burden Network’s Community Elder Mistreatment & Abuse Prevention Program (CEMAPP), to learn more about the signs of possible elder abuse and how to get involved to help keep older adults safe. The Community Elder Mistreatment &...
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