Brooklyn Older Adult Center

CPC Brooklyn Older Adult Center opened its doors in 2022, offering a welcoming space for adults aged 60 and above to engage in enriching activities and classes. We currently proudly serve 401 members through the NYC Aging program, with an additional 410 older adults eagerly awaiting enrollment on our waitlist.

Our center operates daily, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), and provides essential services to our members. While most classes are in-person, we also offer virtual options for iPhone and ESL classes. These activities cater to improving seniors' physical, social, spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being.

Our diverse curriculum includes singing classes, dance groups, chair exercise classes, iPad and computer classes, Tai Chi, Qigong, art painting, Chinese brush calligraphy, cross-stitch, arts and crafts, Mahjong, member library and more. Additionally, we host monthly birthday celebrations, holiday events, health educational workshops, member gardening and outdoor tours and activities, ensuring there's something for everyone.

In addition to recreational and educational activities, we provide essential services such as case assistance, entitlements/benefits application assistance, and information referrals via phone, Zoom, or in-person consultations. We prioritize the well-being of our members, collaborating with Caringkind, Maimonides health, NYU Langone health, Brooklyn District Attorney office, Department of Health, Department of Transportation, and FDNY to offer educational workshops and support for older adults to stay healthy and safety.

Daily meals, including congregate and grab-and-go options, are provided on-site to ensure our members are nourished and cared for, beyond our center's walls, we actively engage with the community by participating in health fairs and community events, promoting our program, and connecting with individuals who may benefit from our services.

We also engage our seniors in city and state-level advocacy efforts, empowering them to raise their voices for aging-related issues such as senior housing, SNAP access, and increased investment in aging services. Their participation ensures that older adults are not only cared for but also heard.

At CPC Brooklyn Older Adult Center, our commitment to fostering a supportive, engaging environment for older adults is unwavering. We strive to empower our members to lead fulfilling lives and remain active community participants.

Impact

We currently proudly serve 401 members through the NYC Aging program, with an additional 410 older adults eagerly awaiting enrollment on our waitlist.

Support

This program is funded by NYC's Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).