SENIOR

Assemblymember

Deborah J. Glick

SENIOR

Resource Guide

Housing

• Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) ................................ 3

• Mobilization For Justice ........................................................................ 3

• Metropolitan Council on Housing ....................................................... 3

• Senior Citizen Homeowners Exemption (SCHE) .................................. 3

• The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) .................................... 4

• The New York State Division of

Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) ........................................... 4

• Podell and Weinberg Senior Housing ................................................... 4

• Con Edison Senior Direct Program ....................................................... 4

• Con Edison CONCERN Program ........................................................ 5

Senior Centers

• Greenwich House .................................................................................. 6

• Battery Park City Seniors ....................................................................... 6

• Manhattan Youth Downtown Community Center ................................ 7

• Sirovich Center for Balanced Living ...................................................... 7

Health Services

• Visiting Neighbors ................................................................................ 8

• Home Health Aides ............................................................................... 8

• Access NYC Long-Term Care at Home ................................................. 9

• Andrew Heiskell Library ........................................................................ 9

• Vision Rehabilitation Services ............................................................... 9

• Beth Israel Senior Health ..................................................................... 10

• Mount Sinai Hospital Geriatric Psychiatry Clinic: Mental Health ....... 10

• Hearing Loss Services .......................................................................... 11

• Geriatric Mental Health Alliance ......................................................... 11

• Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) ............................. 12

• Medicare Parts A, B, and D ................................................................. 12

Transportation

• Reduced-Fare Metro Cards for Senior Citizens

and People with Disabilities ................................................................. 14

• Free Transportation with New York Foundation for Senior Citizens .... 14

• Access-A-Ride...................................................................................... 15

• Parking Permits for People with Disabilities ......................................... 15

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LGBT Services

• Services & Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE) ................................... 16

• The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender

Community Center of NYC ................................................................ 16

• Equal Opportunity Employment Commission ................................... 16

• Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender National Hotline ...................... 17

• Village Care of New York .................................................................... 17

• AIDS Institute, New York State Department of Health ....................... 17

• GRIOT Circle Senior Program ............................................................ 17

Meals and Food Pantries

• Hot Meals at Greenwich House Senior Centers ................................... 18

• Food Pantries and Food Banks ............................................................ 18

• Additional Food Banks ........................................................................ 19

Cultural Institutions & Activities

• Mind the Gap at New York Theatre Workshop ................................... 20

• Rubin Museum of Art ......................................................................... 20

• Hospital Audiences, Inc. ..................................................................... 20

• Greenwich House Pottery .................................................................... 20

• Metropolitan Museum of Art .............................................................. 21

• Whitney Museum of American Art ..................................................... 21

• The High Line .................................................................................... 21

• Theater Development Fund ................................................................ 21

Services

• NY Foundation for Senior Citizens ..................................................... 22

• IDNYC ............................................................................................... 22

• Senior Employment Services, Department for the Aging ..................... 22

• Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services ......................................... 23

• New York State Division of Human Rights.......................................... 23

• Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies ........................................... 23

• Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty ............................................. 23

• Social Security Retirement Beneﬁts .................................................... 24

• New Economy Project ........................................................................ 24

• Age Friendly NYC College Link .......................................................... 24

• Retirement Savings Contribution Credit (Saver’s Credit) ..................... 24

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Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

aka NYC Rent Freeze Program

The SCRIE program freezes rent you are responsible for at the level you are

paying at the time of approval. It also provides a tax abatement to the owner

for future rent increases. To be eligible, you must be at least 62 years of age,

live in a rent-stabilized, rent-controlled, or Mitchell-Lama apartment, have a

household income of no more than $50,000, and be paying more than one-

third of your income for rent. You must re-certify with each lease renewal.

• Phone: 311

• Website: www1.nyc.gov/nyc-resources/service/2424/senior-citizen-rent-

increase-exemption-scrie

Mobilization For Justice

Mobilization for Justice (formerly MFY Legal) provides free legal assistance on a

wide range of civil legal issues, prioritizing services to vulnerable and under-served

populations, including seniors, while simultaneously working to end the root

causes of inequities through impact litigation, law reform, and policy advocacy.

• Phone: 212-417-3700

• Address: 100 Williams Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10038

• Website: www.mobilizationforjustice.org

Metropolitan Council on Housing

The Metropolitan Council on Housing is a tenants’ rights membership

organization. Met Council on Housing operates a number of tenant-assistance

programs, including a tenants’ rights telephone hotline and a walk-in clinic.

• Tenant’s Rights Hotline: 212-979-0611

Mon. & Wed. 1:30–8:00 p.m., Fri. 1:30–5:00 p.m.

• Website: www.metcouncilonhousing.org

Senior Citizen Homeowners Exemption (SCHE)

The SCHE program is a real estate tax exemption of 5% to 50% a year for owners

who are 65 years or older and use the property as their primary residence. The speciﬁc

exemption is a sliding scale based on income. Applicants can apply at any time,

and if approved, beneﬁts take effect at the following July 1st billing period. Those

who are eligible will also automatically receive the Enhanced STAR exemption.

• Phone: 311

• Website: www.nyc.gov/sche

HOUSING

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The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

The Home Energy Assistance Program is a federally-funded program that

assists with paying for heating bills for low-income families. For citizens over

the age of 60, this program is funded by the Ofﬁce for the Aging. Applications

are accepted starting in November of each year.

Additionally, if you qualify for HEAP, you also qualify for a home cooling

program in the summer. The Cooling Assistance component provides funds for

the purchase and installation of air conditioners or a fan to eligible households.

The HEAP Cooling Assistance opens in May and continues through August

or until funding allocated to this component is exhausted.

• Phone: 311

• Website: www.otda.ny.gov/programs/apply/#heap

The New York State Division of

Housing and Community Renewal (HCR)

HCR is the state agency responsible for administering the rent regulation

laws. They also publish Fact Sheets that describe the major elements of rent

control and rent stabilization both inside and outside New York City. HCR is

also responsible for mitigating tenant concerns, processing complaints against

landlords, offering rent reduction programs, and administering legal protections

for renters. Since HCR covers such a wide range of issues, it is divided into four

main groups—Finance and Development, Housing Preservation, Community

Renewal, and Professional Services.

• Phone: 1-866-ASK-DHCR (1-866-275-3427)

• Website: www.nyshcr.org

Podell and Weinberg Senior Housing

Educational Alliance has two federally-subsidized senior residences—the

Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Apartments and the David L. Podell House in

the Lower East Side.

• Phone: 212-865-6985

• Address: TUC Management Co.

200 W. 57th Street, Suite 702, New York, NY 10009

Con Edison Senior Direct Program

Con Edison’s Senior Direct is a toll-free phone service for customers ages 62

and older who have questions about their account. To reach a representative,

call weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

• Phone: 1-800-404-9097

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Con Edison CONCERN Program

The Con Edison CONCERN program is a free and conﬁdential service for

customers who are either above the age of 62, or have a permanent disability.

CONCERN representatives advise customers about bill-paying options,

government-aid programs, and other organizations that offer assistance

including consolidated bill pay options.

• Phone: 1-800-872-8846

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Greenwich House

The Greenwich House Senior Centers have four locations throughout the

East Village and Lower Manhattan, in which they provide a safe, comfortable

atmosphere where friendships grow among a spectrum of social, educational, and

cultural activities. Each center offers a variety of additional services. Please contact

them individually for an updated calendar of additional events and services.

• Judith C. White Senior Center

27 Barrow Street, 4th Floor

New York, NY 10014-3823

Phone: 212-242-4140, Ext. 260

Center Director: Anthony Cilione

[email protected]

• Senior Center at

Independence Plaza

310 Greenwich Street

New York, NY 10013

Phone: 212-267-0499

Center Director: Nicole Brown

nbrown@greenwichhouse.org

• Senior Center on the Square

20 Washington Square North

New York, NY 10011

Phone: 212-777-3555, Ext.106

Center Director: Laura Marceca

[email protected]

• Senior Center at Our Lady of

Pompeii Church

25 Carmine Street

New York, NY 10014

Phone: 212-989-3620

Center Director: Sandy Gabin

[email protected]

• Website: www.greenwichhouse.org/about/senior_services

Battery Park City Seniors

The Battery Park City Seniors programs include exercise classes, museum visits,

luncheons, art classes, health information, lectures, trivia nights, and more.

Membership is free, and activity fees are discounted.

• Phone: 212-912-0678

• Address: Battery Park City Seniors

375 South End Avenue, New York, NY 10280

• Email: [email protected]

• Website: www.sites.google.com/site/batteryparkcityseniors

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Manhattan Youth Downtown Community Center

For two decades, Manhattan Youth has offered swim time for free to

neighborhood Senior Citizens. There is lap swim and general open pool time

to relax, stretch, exercise, and to socialize with other neighborhood seniors.

• Participants must be 65 years or older to register

• Free Senior Swim every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00–6:00 p.m.

• Free Senior Water Aerobics every Thursday at 5:15 p.m.

• Phone: 212-766-1104

• Address: 120 Warren Street, New York, NY 10007

• Website: www.manhattanyouth.org

Sirovich Center for Balanced Living

Run by the Educational Alliance, the Sirovich Center provides a hot lunch

ﬁve days a week and offers a wide variety of programs, classes, and activities

that engage both the mind and the body. Activities and classes include a short

story discussion group, ceramics, ballroom dancing, karaoke, tai chi, knitting,

tap dancing, playwriting, and Zumba.

The Center is free for those 60 and older, but individuals 55 to 59 can join

for an annual fee of $90.

• Phone: 212-228-7836

• Address: 331 East 12th Street, New York, NY 10003

• Website: www.edalliance.org/older_adults

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Visiting Neighbors

With over 400 committed volunteers helping at least 1,000 seniors each year,

Visiting Neighbors, a program designed to help seniors stay independent and

mentally stimulated, is a great way for you, or someone you know, to receive

assistance and company. Visiting Neighbors assigns seniors a youthful volunteer

to accompany them to a doctor’s appointment or out for a stroll.

• Phone: 212-260-6200

• Address: 3 Washington Square Village, Suite 1F, New York, NY 10012

• Website: www.visitingneighbors.org

• Email: [email protected]

Home Health Aides

Certiﬁed home health aides deliver personal care (such as bathing or dressing),

check vital signs under speciﬁc circumstances, and help keep track of your

medical symptoms. They can also shop for and prepare healthy meals, as well

as assist with laundry and household chores. Some of the city wide home aide

services agencies are:

• Visiting Nurse Service of New York (VNSNY)

Nurses are required to have 30 more hours of training than NYS mandates

Phone: 1-800-675-039

Website: www.vnsny.org

• People Care

Phone: 212-631-7300

Address: 116 West 32nd Street, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10001

• New York Foundation for Senior Citizens

Phone: 212-962-7559

Website: www.nyfsc.org/services/support_homeattend.html

Email: [email protected]

Accepts Medicaid and Medicare

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Access NYC Long-Term Care at Home

Access NYC home care programs are Medicaid-funded long-term care programs

that help elderly or disabled individuals remain in their home rather than go

to a nursing home. There are multiple resources depending on your needs.

• Phone: 718-557-1399

• Website: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/long-term-care.page

Andrew Heiskell Library

The Andrew Heiskell Library, a part of the New York Public Library system,

provides talking books and magazines, and publications in braille. The library

serves residents in New York City and Long Island. This library is equipped

with computers that run Kurzweill Reading Software, screen readers, braille

embossers, and braille translation software.

• Phone: 212-206-5400

• Address: 40 West 20th Street, New York, NY 10011

Vision Rehabilitation Services

If you or someone you know is blind or visually impaired, vision rehabilitation

services can greatly improve quality of life. Vision rehabilitation services provide

a wide range of services such as:

• Communication skills: reading, writing, Braille, and assistive

computer technology

• Counseling: to help you, your family members, and friends adjust to

your vision loss

• Independent living and personal management skills: home

management, home modiﬁcations, personal self-care, ﬁnancial

management

• Independent movement and travel skills: orientation and mobility

training

• Vocational evaluation and training

• Website: www.nyc.gov/html/dfta/html/services/vision.shtml

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Some vision rehabilitation service centers in Manhattan are:

• VISIONS/Services for the

Blind and Visually Impaired

Phone: 888-245-8333

Address: 500 Greenwich Street #3

New York, NY 10013

• Lighthouse International

Phone: 212-821-9624

Address: 111 East 59th Street

New York, NY 10022

• The Jewish Guild for the Blind

Phone: 800-284-4422

Address: 15 West 65th Street

New York, NY 10023

• Catholic Guild for the Blind

Phone: 212-371-1000

Address: 1101 First Ave. 16th Fl.

New York, NY 10065

Beth Israel Senior Health

Senior Health, staffed by specialists trained in the care of older adults, is a

geriatrics practice afﬁliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel. They offer primary

medical care, consultations with other physicians, and a wide range of support

services, including house calls to the homebound. If you are at least 65 years

old, you qualify for this service, which works in collaboration with your other

health care providers to keep you mobile and independent.

• Phone: 212-463-0101

• House Calls: 212-206-1299

• Address: 275 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY 10011

• Website: www.wehealny.org/services/bi_seniorhealth/index.html

Mount Sinai Hospital Geriatric Psychiatry Clinic:

Mental Health

The Mount Sinai Geriatric clinic offers evaluation and management of persons

over the age of 60 and their caregivers. Physicians, nurse practitioners, and

social workers are available for the evaluation of each patient.

The Geriatric Psychiatry Clinic specializes in:

• Memory disorders

• Behavioral disturbances that result from memory disorders

• Depression

• Chronic mental illness

• Individual and family counseling

• Group therapy for caregiver issues and bereavement issues

• Support Groups

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• Outpatient Geriatric Psychiatry Phone: 212-241-9382

• Inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry Phone: 212-241-5577

• Address: 1 Gustav Levy Place, New York, NY 10029

• Website: www.mountsinai.org/patient-care/service-areas/psychiatry/

areas-of-care/geriatric-psychiatry

Hearing Loss Services

If you or someone you know is deaf or hearing impaired, hearing loss services

can greatly improve quality of life. Hearing loss services provide a wide range

of services, including:

• Comprehensive hearing evaluations

• Cochlear implants

• Speech and language therapy

• Assistive devices (e.g. audio loops)

• Training on hearing aids, assistive devices

• Supportive workshops

• Recreational/social activities

• Website: www.nyc.gov/html/dfta/html/services/vision.shtml

Organizations that provide hearing loss services:

• The Center for Hearing and Communication

Phone: 917-305-7766

Address: 50 Broadway 6th Floor, New York, NY 10004

• Hearing Loss Association of America (NY Downstate Chapter)

Phone: 212-674-9128

Address: 520 East 20th Street, Apt. 8E., New York, NY 10009

Geriatric Mental Health Alliance

The Geriatric Mental Health Alliance is a coalition of over 3,000 individuals

and organizations that advocates for improved policies and services for older

adults with mental health needs.

• Phone: 212-614-5753 for general inquiries, or 1-800-LIFENET

(1-800-543-3638) for their crisis line and immediate help

• Address: 50 Broadway, 19th Floor, New York, NY 10004

• Website: www.mhaofnyc.org

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Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC)

This program reduces prescription drug costs for New York State residents over

the age of 65 who meet income guidelines and are not currently enrolled in

Medicare Part D. Individuals must earn less than $75,000 a year and couples

must earn less than $100,000.

• Phone: 1-800-332-3742

• Website: www.health.ny.gov/health_care/epic

Medicare Parts A, B, and D

• Medicare Part A – Hospital Insurance Program

This coverage is for acute hospital care and limited coverage for skilled nursing

facilities, home health care, and hospice. There is a $1,288 deductible for

each beneﬁt period with no co-pay through the 60th day of hospitalization.

A person over 65 must meet the following to qualify:

• Be eligible for Social Security or Railroad Retirement beneﬁts

• Disabled workers with disability entitlements for 24 months

• Persons with chronic renal disease

• Medicare Part B – Supplemental Medical Insurance

This optional program is for partial coverage (80% of approved fee) for

physician, outpatient clinic, skilled nursing care, and durable medical

equipment; $104.90 ($121.80 or more for those with higher incomes or

ﬁrst ﬁling in 2016) premium per month; $166 yearly deductible.

A person age 65 or over who is not entitled to premium-free Part A must

meet the following requirements to be entitled to Part B:

• He or she must be a U.S. resident and either a citizen or an alien

who has been lawfully admitted for permanent residence with 5 years

continuous residence in this country at the time of ﬁling

• Individuals who are not eligible for automatic enrollment, or

who previously refused Part B, or who terminated their Part

B enrollment, may enroll (or re-enroll) in Part B only during

prescribed enrollment periods

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• Medicare Part D – Prescription Drug Coverage

This program covers both brand-name and generic prescription drugs

ﬁlled at participating pharmacies in your area. Medicare prescription drug

coverage provides protection for people who have very high drug costs.

There are also extra help programs available for people who need assistance

in paying plan costs.

Everyone with Medicare is eligible for this coverage, regardless of income

and resources, health status, or current prescription expenses. You may sign

up for this program when you ﬁrst become eligible for Medicare, but be

aware that if you do not sign up when you become eligible you may pay a

penalty or have to wait until the open enrollment period from October 15th

or December 7th, 2016.

For parts A, B, or D, please use the below contact information.

• Phone: 1-800-633-4227

• Website: www.medicare.gov

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Reduced-Fare Metro Cards for

Senior Citizens and People with Disabilities

If you are 65 years or older, you are eligible for a Reduced-Fare Metro Card. The

base rate of a regular ride is currently $2.75 but with this reduction you will pay

no more than $1.35.

Eligibility and information:

• You must be 65 years of age or older or have a qualifying disability;

• Reduced-fare cards work on MTA Transit and local buses anytime;

• Reduced-fare cards work on MTA New York City Transit and MTA

express buses anytime except weekday rush hours (Monday through

Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.).

• Phone: 718-330-1234

• The application can be

mailed to:

130 Livingston Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201-9625

• The application can be

ﬁled in person at:

3 Stone Street

New York, NY 10004

• Application for reduced-fare metro cards:

web.mta.info/nyct/fare/pdf/seniors.pdf

• Website: web.mta.info/nyct/fare/rﬁndex.htm

Free Transportation with

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens

The Community Arranged Resident Transportation Program offers

seniors free specialized transportation taking seniors to and from medical

appointments, activities, and senior centers. This program also delivers

meals to homebound seniors.

• Phone: 212-962-7559

• Website: www.nyfsc.org/services/support_homeattend.html

• Email: [email protected]

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Access-A-Ride

This service provides transportation for people with disabilities who are unable

to use public buses or subways for some or all of their trips. It offers shared ride,

door-to-door, and paratransit services administered by the MTA/NYC Transit.

• Phone: 1-877-337-2017

Parking Permits for People with Disabilities

If you are a New York City resident with a disability that impairs your mobility,

you can apply for a City or State Parking Permit for People with Disabilities.

The permit allows the driver to park in any space labeled by the International

Symbol of Access in the U.S. and Canada.

• Phone: 718-433-3100

• Address: DOT, 28-11 Queens Plaza North, 8th Floor

Long Island City, NY 11101

• For a permit, ﬁll out: www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/motorist/pppdinfo.

shtml

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Services & Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE)

Located in Midtown Manhattan, SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest

organization dedicated to improving the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and

transgender older adults. SAGE offers a range of services such as:

• Meals served on a ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst-served basis Monday–Friday from

4:45–6:30 p.m.

• Art classes offered through partnerships with MoMa and the

Whitney Museums

• Karaoke, talent shows, choral groups, and acting classes

• Smart phone tips, social networking, and computer instruction

• “Know Your Rights” legal support info sessions and beneﬁts counseling

• Trans women’s discussion group and Trans Cinema

• Movement classes including tai chi, yoga, and tango

• Weekly nursing hours and health info sessions

• Case management

• Phone: 212-741-2247

• Address: 305 Seventh Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10001

• Website:

www.sageusa.org/nyc/centers/midtown.cfm

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender

Community Center of NYC

This LGBT Center provides social service, public policy, educational, cultural,

and recreational programs designed to nurture and empower LGBT people. The

Center’s Mental Health and Social Services programs address public health issues

by a combination of prevention, intervention, and support services for a wide

range of issues such as substance abuse, HIV-related concerns, bereavement,

transgender issues, coming out matters, and various other mental health needs.

• Phone: 212-620-7310

• Address: 208 West 13th Street, New York,

NY 10011

• Email: info@gaycenter.org

• Website: www.gaycenter.org

Equal Opportunity Employment Commission

Federal protections guarantee you the right to a safe work environment free of

discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender, or age. If you feel you have

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been discriminated against in the workplace because of your LGBT status, you have

the right to ﬁle a complaint. They are open from 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. weekdays.

• Phone: 800-669-4000

• Address: 33 Whitehall Street, New York, NY 10004

• Website: www.eeoc.gov

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender National Hotline

This free and anonymous hotline offers peer counseling and referrals for service

available to LGBT’s nationwide.

• Phone: 212-989-0999, Weekdays 4:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.,

Saturdays 12:00–5:00 p.m.

• Website: www.glnh.org

• Email: [email protected]

Village Care of New York

Village Care serves older adults, persons living with HIV/AIDS and all

individuals in need of medical and rehabilitation services.

• Phone: 212-337-5600

• Address: 154 Christopher Street, New York, NY 10014

• Website: www.villagecare.org

• Email: info@villagecare.org

AIDS Institute, New York State Department of Health

The AIDS Institute protects and promotes the health of New York State’s diverse

population through disease surveillance and the provision of quality prevention,

health care, and support services for those impacted by HIV, AIDS, sexually

transmitted diseases, viral hepatitis, and related health concerns.

• Phone: 212-417-5500

• Address: 90 Church Street 13th ﬂoor, New York, NY 10007

• Website: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids

• Email: dohw[email protected].gov

GRIOT Circle Senior Program

GRIOT Circle offers a safe space for elders and emotional support and quality

programming which afﬁrms age, gender, racial, spiritual, and the ethnic origins for the

over-50 LGBTQ community. They offer a range of services including social events,

education opportunities, support services, recreational activities, and a ﬁtness program.

• Phone: 718-246-2775

• Address: 25 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217

• Website: www.griotcircle.org

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Hot Meals at Greenwich House Senior Centers

• Judith C. White Senior Center

27 Barrow Street, 4th Floor

New York, NY 10014-3823

Phone: 212-242-4140, Ext. 260

Meals Served:

Breakfast: 9:00–10:00 a.m.

Lunch: 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Center Director: Anthony Cilione

[email protected]

• Senior Center at

Independence Plaza

310 Greenwich Street

New York, NY 10013

Phone: 212-267-0499

Meals Served:

Lunch: 12:30–1:30 p.m.

Center Director: Nicole Brown

nbrown@greenwichhouse.org

• Senior Center on the Square

20 Washington Square North

New York, NY 10011

Phone: 212-777-3555, Ext. 106

Meals Served:

Lunch: 12:15–1:15 p.m.

(1st Seating)

1:15–2:15 p.m. (2nd Seating)

Center Director: Laura Marceca

[email protected]

• Senior Center at Our Lady of

Pompeii Church

25 Carmine Street

New York, NY 10014

Phone: 212-989-3620

Meals Served:

Lunch: 12:30–1:30 p.m.

Center Director: Sandy Gabin

[email protected]

Food Pantries and Food Banks

• Emergency Food Assistance

The New York City Emergency Food Assistance Program helps to supply

food to more than 550 food pantries and community kitchens throughout

the city. Through an automated hotline, you will be able to search the hours

of operation and directions to an emergency food program near you. There

are locations throughout Manhattan.

• Phone: 1-866-888-8777, or call 311

• St. George’s Common Table

St. George’s Common Table serves a hot lunch every Thursday. All are

welcome. Meals consist of a nutritious hot soup, a main entree, a green salad,

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buttered bread, homemade desserts, and a piece of fresh fruit. The soup and

main course vary each week and are freshly made that day. The desserts seem to

be the highlight of the meal, as they consist of a huge assortment of cakes, pies,

and cookies. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for tea and coffee. Meal is served from

12:00–1:00 p.m.

• Phone: 212-475-0830

• Address: Olmsted Hall, 209 East 16th Street, New York, NY 10003

• Website: www.calvarystgeorges.org/ministries/#/soup-kitchen/

Additional Food Banks

Food Bank Address Phone Hours

Middle Collegiate

Church

50 East 7th Street 212-477-0666 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Sun.

Ascension

Outreach Inc.

12 West 11th Street 212-254-8620 8:00–9:00 a.m.

Sat.

Greater

Central Baptist

2152 Fifth Avenue 212-234-3828 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Tues.

NYC Rescue

Mission

90 Lafayette Street 212-226-6214 2:00–3:00 p.m.

Mon.–Fri.

Salvation Army of

132 West

14th Street

212-337-7467 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Mon.–Fri.

Father’s Heart

Ministries

543 East 11th Street 212-375-1765 10:00–11:00 a.m.

Tues.

Xavier Mission, Inc. 46 West 16th Street 212-627-2100 10:00–11:00 a.m.

Sat.

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Mind the Gap at New York Theatre Workshop

Mind the Gap is a free workshop in which half of the participants are 60 years

old and up, and half are teenagers ages 14-18. Over the course of 10 sessions,

participants from each age group work in pairs to interview each other and write

a play inspired by their partner’s personal stories. Each session culminates with

an invited presentation in which participants’ work is read by professional actors.

• Phone: 212-780-9037 ext. 9575

• Website: www.nytw.org/mind_the_gap_lp.asp

• Email: mindthegap@nytw.org

Rubin Museum of Art

Seniors (65+) receive free admission on the ﬁrst Monday of every month along

with guided tours, tickets to ﬁlm screenings, and a 10% discount on selected

items in the museum’s shop.

• Address: 150 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011

• Website: www.rubinmuseum.org

Hospital Audiences, Inc.

HAI inspires growth and learning through engaging those who have lacked

exposure to the arts due to health, age or income. HAI workshops include

theatre, dance, and much more. HAI provides tickets to shows and cultural

events and transports those who are unable to get around on their own using

OMNI Buses.

• Phone: 212-575-7676

• Address: 548 Broadway, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10012

• Website: www.hainyc.org

Greenwich House Pottery

Taught by experienced instructors the Greenwich House offers pottery classes

for adults above the age of 18 to experiment with art and clay. It is necessary

to have your own basic tools for these classes but instructors can assist you in

buying the most cost-efﬁcient and most beginner-friendly tools. These classes

are great for all levels. Studios are open 7 days a week.

• Phone: 212-242-4106

• Address: 16 Jones Street, New York, NY 10014

• Website: www.greenwichhouse.org/gh_pottery/index

CULTURAL INTUITIONS

AND ACTIVITIES

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Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Met collects admission based on a suggested donation but accepts what

you can afford. The Met is open Tuesday through Sunday.

• Phone: 212-538-7710

• Address: 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10028

• Website: www.metmuseum.org

Whitney Museum of American Art

The Whitney Museum of American Art offers Pay-What-You-Wish tickets on

Fridays, 7–9:30 p.m. They may not be purchased in advance.

• Phone: 212-570-3600

• Address: 99 Gansevoort Street, New York, NY 10014

• Website: www.whitney.org

The High Line

The High Line, an elevated park built on an abandoned railroad, is now

hosting events such as classes in Tai Chi, meditation, and gentleman’s boxing.

The High Line stretches from 34th Street between 10th and 12th Avenues all

the way down to 12th Street. Events include:

• Tai Chi

Under the Standard On the High Line at West 12th Street

Tuesdays, June-September; 9:30–10:30 a.m.

• Meditation

Seating Steps at the Lawn on the High Line at West 22nd Street

Wednesdays, June-September, 8:30–9:30 a.m.

• Website: www.thehighline.org/activities

Theater Development Fund

Theatre Development Fund (TDF) gives seniors, ages 62 and over, an

opportunity to obtain low cost tickets for on- and off-Broadway performances.

TDF offers theatre accessibility for its members with special needs, including

those with mobility, hearing, and visual impairments.

• Website: www.tdf.org

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NY Foundation for Senior Citizens

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens is dedicated to helping New York’s

seniors enjoy healthier, safer, more productive and digniﬁed lives in their

own homes and communities and to help them avoid the need for premature

institutionalization. The NY Foundation provides a wide range of services

including home repairs, respite care, case management, free transportation,

and a home share program.

• Address: 11 Park Place, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10007-2801

• Phone: 212-962-7559

• Website: www.nyfsc.org

• Email: [email protected]

IDNYC

New York City residents now have access to IDNYC, a new form of free

identiﬁcation that offers a number of city integrated beneﬁts. IDNYC holders

have access to a full package of exciting beneﬁts that includes discounts on

movie tickets, prescription drugs, ﬁtness and health centers, supermarkets,

and New York City attractions. Cardholders are also given a free one-year

membership to 33 of the city’s museums, concert halls, and botanical gardens.

Attaining an IDNYC is easy! Applicants need only submit a form with valid

ID to one of New York City’s 29 enrollment centers that can be found on

IDNYC’s website. After you apply for the card, it will be sent to you in the

mail. Cards are valid for ﬁve years.

• Phone: 311

• Website: www1.nyc.gov/site/idnyc/card/how-to-apply.page

Senior Employment Services,

Department for the Aging

If you are 55 years of age or older and have low to moderate income, you can

access training and job placement assistance while you earn a wage through

the federal government’s Senior Community Services Employment Program.

• Phone: 311

• Address: Senior Employment Services

2 Lafayette Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10007

• Website: www.nyc.gov/html/dfta/html/volunteering/job_training_

and_placement.shtml

SERVICES

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Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Run by the U.S Department of Health and Human Services, the Center for

Medicare and Medicaid Services provides information regarding healthcare

plans and helping seniors navigate the insurance system.

• Phone: 212-616-2205

• Address: 26 Federal Plaza-38th Floor, New York, NY 10278

• Website: www.cms.gov

New York State Division of Human Rights

Unfortunately, senior citizens are susceptible to age discrimination, which

can appear in a number of different settings. Whether you are applying for a

loan or applying for a job, age discrimination is real but often hard to identify.

Thankfully, the New York State Division of Human Rights is able to help.

• Phone: 718-741-8400

• Age Discrimination Help Line: 1-800-342-9871

Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies

The Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies has been a prominent force in

New York City’s social service system for 90 years, meeting the needs of New

Yorkers and supporting the agencies that deliver human services.

• Phone: 212-777-4800

• Address: 281 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10010

• Website: www.fpwa.org

Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty

Met Council supports families, seniors, and adults living in poverty and near-

poverty. Met Council provides immediate assistance to New Yorkers in crisis

and creates pathways to self-sufﬁciency through many programs including:

A Kosher Food Pantry, Emergency Social Services, Family Violence Services,

Home Repairs, Beneﬁts Enrollment & Outreach, and Affordable Housing.

• Phone: 212-453-9500

• Address: 120 Broadway, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10271-0015

• Website: www.metcouncil.org

• Email: [email protected]

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Social Security Retirement Beneﬁts

Monthly cash beneﬁts based on years of employment and amount withheld

from earnings when you reach Full Retirement Age (FRA). FRA is different

based on the year you were born. It ranges from 65-67 years old currently.

• Phone: 1-800-772-1213

• Website: www.ssa.gov

New Economy Project

New Economy Project is a resource and advocacy center for community groups

in New York City. Their mission is to promote community economic justice

and to eliminate discriminatory economic practices that harm communities

and perpetuate inequality and poverty.

• Phone: 212-680-5100

• Address: 121 W 27th Street, Suite 804, New York, NY 10001

• Website: www.neweconomynyc.org

Age Friendly NYC College Link

This database outlines educational and cultural opportunities for older adults

at colleges and universities in New York City. They offer a range of programs

including Business, Creative Arts, Personal Growth, Computers, and Job Skills.

Almost all programs are free or discounted.

• Phone: 212-822-7251

• Website: www.agefriendlycollege.org

• Email: sr[email protected]

Retirement Savings Contribution Credit

(Saver’s Credit)

The Saver’s Credit is a tax credit for those contributing to an employer sponsored

retirement plan or IRA. Eligible individuals can receive up to 50% of your

retirement contributions, up to $2,000.

• Website: www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/plan-participant-employee/

retirement-savings-contributions-savers-credit

Assemblymember

Deborah J. Glick

District Ofﬁce:

853 Broadway, Suite 2007

New York, NY 10003

212-674-5153

Albany Ofﬁce:

Legislative Ofﬁce Building, Room 717

Albany, NY 12248

518-455-4841

glickd@nyassembly.gov

Please contact me with questions,

concerns or suggestions.