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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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Budget-Friendly Travel for Older Adults

Traveling this summer doesn’t have to break the bank, thanks to a variety of discounts designed to make exploration more affordable. When booking flights, it’s worth checking with airlines like United, British Airways, and Delta, which sometimes offer special fares for older adults. For ground transportation, Amtrak provides a 10% discount for those aged 65...
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Kristen Chenoweth, 56, Embraces Aging

Kristin Chenoweth, at 56, is radiating a refreshing sense of contentment and self-acceptance, openly embracing the journey of aging. For the Broadway star, growing older isn’t something to be feared, but rather a privilege to be celebrated. In an interview with People magazine, she speaks candidly about the shift in her perspective, moving away from...
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PSS Alberta L. Alston House Celebrates 40 Years Serving Older Adults

The Alberta L. Alston House, a 151-unit affordable apartment building in Corona, Queens, with a vibrant and diverse community of older adults, celebrated 40 years this month. The residence was opened in 1984 by PSS, a multi-service agency with a mission to help older New Yorkers, their families, and their communities thrive. The activities and...
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Art Activism: A Movement That Combats Ageism

By Jeff Nesler Art Against Ageism is a nonprofit organization that uses art as a powerful tool to challenge and combat ageism. Founded by Meg LaPorte and Jordan Evans, the organization aims to create a more inclusive and age-friendly society through artistic expression. The Power of Artistic Activism Inspired by historical examples like the AIDS quilt...
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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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Girl Scouts 60th Anniversary Reunion on Road Scholar Tour of Puerto Rico

by Jeff Nesler On a Road Scholar group tour of Puerto Rico in mid-November 2023, several international Girl Scouts and Girl Guides celebrated their milestone reunion. The ten tourists, converging for the 60th Anniversary of their first encounter, included two husbands. This writer was one of another ten members of the tour group, with travelers from...
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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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