CASC, Community Agency for Senior Citizens, Inc. is a community-based agency that is based in Staten Island and was created to support the needs of older adults on The Island. Their mission is to help adults stay in their homes, and they collaborate with other organizations to help their clients thrive in the community. They […]
Many seniors are reluctant to begin the search for senior living because they don’t believe they absolutely need it right now. Maybe you’re thinking you can get dressed and prepare meals on your own, and you can still take care of your house by yourself. Or maybe you could use some help taking care of […]
God’s Love We Deliver is a non-profit organization that provides nutritious meals to those who are homebound. Their meals meet medical nutritional standards, and they can also provide a range of specialty diets. They prepare over 15,000 meals each day out of their SoHo headquarters and deliver to New York City residents and some surrounding […]
New York is a beautiful city filled with wonderful cultures, food, and activities. However, as people age, it is often not considered as THE PLACE because of the hustle and bustle the city brings. Although that’s a common outlook, we have seen older adults thrive in the city! As a New Yorker who has traveled […]
The Lighthouse Guild is a cutting-edge center that offers exceptional services to the visually impaired. They are located at 250 West 64th Street, New York, NY 10023 and provide healthcare services, social services, and activities. They are designed to meet the needs of people who are either legally blind or losing vision over time. We […]
The cost of memory care can be overwhelming, especially in New York City. It is more expensive than the cost of regular assisted living, which can make you feel more unsure of how to pay for it. Not to worry, though—there are plenty of ways to fund your time in a memory care community. Does […]
Your loved one’s dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis can come as a shock and bring stress onto your family. It is natural to feel concerned for your loved one’s safety and well-being. But not to worry—there are plenty of elder care options in New York City to support your loved one and give them care specially […]
There are so many different kinds of senior living communities in New York City that it can be difficult to choose which is the right one for you. This is especially true when thinking about money—the amount you pay per month will depend on which kind of community you choose. You may have heard of […]
Many aging New Yorkers have home health aides, who provide them with the care they need in the comfort of their own home. But maybe you’ve considered moving to an assisted living community and are wondering when the right time is. Or maybe you think there’s no point to moving since you already have all […]
In the past few years, our society has become more open about mental health. While the topic is less taboo now, most of the attention surrounding mental health focuses on how it affects younger people, leaving older populations in the dark about these issues. We need to remember that the elderly experience mental illness just […]