November 2-6, 2020
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COVID-19 Community Conversations – Mental Health, Equity and Resilience
Monday, November 2, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
The Covid-19 pandemic is a global shared traumatic experience that disrupts and affects our families, friends and communities. In NYC and nationally, people of color are disproportionally affected by COVID-19. To address both the mental health challenges brought by the pandemic and structural racism in our City, the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is providing a free virtual presentation sponsored by THRIVENYC.
FREE
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Moving From Why Me to What’s Next
Wednesday, November 4 – 1:00 – 2:00 PM
The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Huling Hummel of Elmira served in parish ministry for 15 years prior to her diagnosis of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. She received her BS from Rutgers College, her MDiv from New Brunswick Theological Seminary and her DMin from McCormick Theological Seminary. Cynthia is a fierce Alzheimer’s advocate and has become a voice for those living with the disease both locally, nationally and internationally Her mantra? “Don’t focus on what you can’t do. Focus on how you can still make a difference.”
Online
FREE
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Chat with the Expert: Financial Roadmap to Wellness
Thursday, November 5 – 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Longevity in the United States is on the rise. While this is great news, the economic challenges faced by older adults must be addressed. In the financial wellness discussion, Marci Lobel-Esrig, esq. and founder of SilverBills, LLC, will provide some guidance and discussion pertaining to a financial roadmap for older adults. Chat with the Expert series is hosted by NYC Department for the Aging.
Online
FREE
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Scrapbooking Your Memories
Thursday, November 5 – 10:30 AM -12:00 PM
Have your morning coffee or tea and join us for a three-session PSSLife! U Virtual Plus Event. Preserve you and your loved one’s precious memories with scrapbooking. There is no cost to participate and we supply everything you need by shipping it straight to you. You just need to have your own photos or whatever else you would like to preserve in your scrapbook. We encourage having your Care Recipient participate as well. Space is limited – reserve your spot today! Advanced registration is required; all three sessions are not required. Feel free to join any and/or all – Please provide your address when you register so we can mail your materials to you.
Online
FREE
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Chair Yoga for Older Adults
Friday, November 6 – 10:00 to 11:00 AM
Jana Castellano, an Anusara-certified Yoga Teacher, has been teaching for 18 years. She holds classes at World Yoga (UWS), at New York Presbyterian’s Health Outreach Program, and Tanya Towers. Her training and experience take Chair Yoga to a deeper level, incorporating yoga’s universal principles of alignment to open, strengthen, and align the body while seated. Generously sponsored by 305 West End Assisted Living, and co-presented by PSS Circle of Care and Coming of Age NYC.
Online
FREE
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