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“With age, art and life become one.” Georges Braque, 20th Century painter What is Older Americans Month? It is said that it’s important to honor and respect our elders. Honoring…

Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22. The day involves cherishing the accomplishments of the environmental movement and raising awareness for environmental protection. Earth Day is special because it…

You’ve probably heard it said, “Growing old is not for the faint of heart,” and it’s true that there are many challenges for older adults as they navigate the aging…

Have you ever had difficulty paying attention and understanding words because you hear them differently? This happens to people who have auditory processing disorder, or APD for short. Also referred…

You may not realize it, but at our community centers, many of our daily offerings directly and positively impact brain health regardless of age! We are thrilled to announce Healthy…

Of all the special days of the year, International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8, is one of the most important. This is a global day that involves celebrating…

February is steeped with many special days like Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, and Presidents Day, but few are as important as World Day of Social Justice. Although it isn’t an…

I’m Gabby, a Marketing and Communications intern at the 14 Street Y through PENCIL, a nonprofit that connects New York City students with professional opportunities. I’ve been learning firsthand about…

We admire certain people like our friends and family, but we also live in a time ruled by mass media. Media is a facet of our daily lives, but it…

When it comes to days of the year, holidays are some of the most special. Holidays are more than just having a good time. They’re all about being with friends…