NYC Department for the Aging

On Friday, the NYC Cabinet for Older New Yorkers met for the fourth time at City Hall to build an age-inclusive city. Discussions included making buildings 🏣 more accessible for residents with disabilities, digital literacy 💻, workplace inclusion 👔, effective communication 🗣️ and tax preparation 🧾. #NYCAging #CommunitySupport

Today, NYC Aging joined Mayor Adams to announce some of the city’s top 2024 accomplishments. In addition to those he mentioned, we’re proud to highlight that NYC Aging provided 10,335,752 meals to older New Yorkers at home and through our 300+ older adult centers. We look forward to continuing this success in 2025. #DeliveringForNewYorkers #NYCAging

Stay savvy this season, older adults! 🎄🛡️ Don’t let scammers take advantage of your good cheer. Use our tips to protect yourself. Need help? Call Aging Connect. (212) AGING-NYC (212-244-6469) #NYCAging

We’re still feeling the Boom! Flashing back to our amazing conference, which brought together aging professionals and experts to tackle key challenges, share bold solutions, and transform how Americans will age in our cities for generations to come. New York City was well represented by providers like NeighborhoodSHOPP, the Carter Burden Network, and Encore Community Services. #FlashbackFriday #BoomConference2024 #NYCAging

Today, we celebrate Human Rights Day in recognition of the UN’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights and reflect on the fundamental freedoms that unite us all. At NYC Aging, we stand firm in our commitment to protect and promote the rights of older adults, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. That’s why on October 7, Commissioner Cortés-Vázquez gave a powerful speech at the UN on strengthening care systems for older adults around the world. Together, let’s build a future where everyone, regardless of age, can live with dignity, equality, and justice. 💙 #HumanRightsDay #NYCAging #OurRightsOurFutureRightNow

We are all caregivers, and at last week’s #BoomConference2024, Communications Director Imani Dawson led a powerful panel on caregiving. Our Commissioner Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez and Jessica Guthrie shared their unique experiences and emphasized the importance of balancing careers and looking after your loved ones. Chris Durrance, filmmaker of the upcoming PBS documentary series Caregiving, highlighted the challenges of providing care in America, pushing this conversation on a national scale.✨ Let’s celebrate and honor the diverse stories of caregivers! #NYCAging #Caregiving

And that’s a wrap on #BoomConference2024! 🎉 Two days of inspiring conversations and bold ideas to empower older adults and create age-inclusive communities. But the work doesn’t stop here - together we can make sure America is prepared to support the growing number of older residents that will call the country home.

We’re talking about #health this morning at #BoomConference2024 as speakers share insights on wellness and resources for older adults. 💪🏻

We have kicked off #BoomConference2024!! 🎉🎉 Over 200 attendees in the aging sector have come together to share best practices to support the growing number of older adults around the world. Thank you to all the special guests and panelists for making this possible. And don’t hesitate to join the conversation online! #NYCAging

NYC Aging Commissioner Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez spoke at Northwell Health’s Aging Revolution Summit 2024, sharing her vision for integrated, age-inclusive care. She highlighted the Cabinet for Older New Yorkers’ role in connecting healthcare with social supports and championed public-private partnerships, inspiring innovative strategies to help people thrive later in life. 💙 #AgingRevolution #NYCAging