Selfhelp Community Services today announced they have won an AARP New York Community Challenge grant to conduct a walkability review of the 34th Avenue Open Street’s impact on the Jackson Heights neighborhood, particularly for residents aged 50 and older. The grant will allow the nonprofit’s Jackson Heights NORC, the Northridge/Southridge/Brulene NORC, to conduct walk audits of the open street this summer.

Selfhelp Community Services celebrated National Older Americans Month in May with a series of musical performances, recognition ceremonies and community gatherings across its five Older Adult Centers in Queens.

Selfhelp Community Services was featured in this WNBC segment about the State’s animatronic pet program, which provides these devices to older adults to help combat isolation and improve health outcomes.

Council Member Sandra Ung has announced a new partnership with the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) to provide free, accessible legal services to residents of District 20. The initiative includes a public workshop and multiple visits from NYLAG’s Mobile Legal Help Center.

Council Member Sandra Ung has announced a new partnership with the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) to provide free, accessible legal services to residents of District 20. The initiative includes a public workshop and multiple visits from NYLAG’s Mobile Legal Help Center.

As New York City’s population fluctuates, one demographic remains a steadfast part of the city’s future: adults aged 60 and older. In Queens, our older adult population has grown significantly and become much more diverse over the past decade.

Ming Hwa Lee, a beloved member of the Clearview Older Adult Center, celebrated her 101st birthday on Tuesday afternoon, surrounded by community members and a host of local elected officials.

This afternoon, Ming Hwa Lee, a longtime member of Clearview Older Adult Center, celebrated her 101st birthday alongside community members and local elected officials. She received proclamations from the offices of multiple local elected officials who have supported the Clearview Adult Center, including Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, NYS Assemblyman Edward Braunstein, NYS Senator Toby Stavisky, and NYC Councilwoman Vickie Paladino.