BWICA
Brooklyn-wide Interagency Council on Aging
BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS
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Spring 2023 Senior Debate Series
Tuesdays, March 7 to May 9, 2023; 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Senior Debate is returning for a 9-session series. This Spring the series is HYBRID where participants will be able to debate in person and via Zoom! So, if you’re home bound or out-of-town, it doesn’t matter…you can fully participate in the Spring 2023 Senior Debate Series! See Flyer for more information -
Older Adults - Technology for All - Contact Mr. Samedi by email nsamedi@bklynlibrary.org or by calling 718-938-2525 for more information and help with registration. See Flyer for more information
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Brooklyn Supports - Join BPL for coffee and connection to social support, resources, and benefits assistance. Contact the library's Social Work Program at 718-230-2044 or healthybklyn@bklynlibrary.org See Flyer for more information and list of participating branches.
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Social Support Services and Benefits Assistance. See Flyer for more information
BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR FAKE COVID-19 AT-HOME TEST KITS
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Scammers are selling fake, unauthorized at-home COVID-19 test kits in an effort to get your personal, financial, or medical information.
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Make sure to purchase FDA-approved COVID-19 test kits from legitimate providers. If you aren't sure if a kit is legitimate, contact your doctor, local pharmacy or NYS Senior Medicare Patrol to confirm.
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Ignore offers or advertisements for COVID-19 testing or treatments on social media sites, texts, tv or online ads.
If you suspect COVID-19 health care fraud, call the NYS Senior Medicare Patrol at 800-333-4374.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION LAUNCHES THE AFFORDABLE CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM
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The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program that replaces the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program (EBB Program) to help low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices.
Are you searching for a rewarding volunteer assignment to which you can lend some of your time, skills, and talents? If so, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is here! Hosted in New York City, by the Community Service Society of New York, RSVP helps older adults aged 55 and older find meaningful volunteer opportunities (both remote and in-person) across the city.
Start your search today by sending an email to:
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iwanttovolunteer@cssny.org to connect with an RSVP Volunteer Manager!
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Want to learn more? Click HERE.
BWICA
Brooklyn-wide Interagency Council on Aging
5901 13th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11219-4935