Senior issues

Dutchess County’s sole nonprofit senior living facility battles for survival

The 150-year-old Vassar-Warner Home will close by Oct. 31, unless it can prove that it has the funding and capacity to stay open.

  • By Rich Mendez, NYN Media

Interviews & Profiles

Helping New Yorkers age with autonomy, dignity and community

An Interview with JASA CEO Kathryn Haslanger

  • By Tim Murphy, NYN Media

Opinion

Commentary: Here’s how to create new pathways for unretirement success

Retirees returning to work thrive when they have support landing the right job.

  • By Nathalie Levey, NYN Media

Opinion

Commentary: Keeping older New Yorkers safe

Ensuring elderly justice is a priority with rising concerns over crime.

  • By Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez, NYN Media

Senior issues

Report: Tech training helps older adults better connect with friends and family

The Connected NYCHA program teaches older adults how to use technology which has experienced great success in helping those in isolation.

  • By Angelique Molina-Mangaroo

Hunger

Citymeals on Wheels delivers record 20,000 meals to elderly on 40th anniversary

  • By Angelique Molina-Mangaroo

Senior issues

What does New York City need to do to house its seniors?

Zoning rule reform in 2016 was a first step to house New York City's seniors, but more can be done.

  • By Kay Dervishi