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BWICA MEETINGS 2026

If you missed any of our 2026 meetings,

you can view information here:

JUN 2026

Presentation: Financial Justice for Older Adults – Know Your Rights! Elena Rodriguez, Esq. Staff Attorney Jamilah McMillan, Esq. Staff Attorney New Economy Project

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SEP 2026

Presentation: Heal the Debt! - Aviva Goldstein, Esq.  How patients can reduce or eliminate medical bills through hospital financial assistance programs and Dollar For applications.

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MAY 2026

Presentation: Matthew Gabel, Education Community Liaison, NY DOS (Division of Consumer Protection "Scams Targeting Older Adults”

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MAR 2026

Presentation: New York State Budget 26-27 – How it Affects Seniors Presenter: María Alvarez, Executive Director

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FEB 2026

CANCELLED 

JAN 2026

Presentation : "Getting to Know the Library: Library Services and Programs for You" Presenters: Eva Raison, Director of Outreach, Brooklyn Public Library
Jennifer Thompson, Assistant Director, Central Branch

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BWICA

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The Brooklyn-wide Council is a federation of 17 community district councils and the Borough-wide
Spanish-speaking Elderly Council. Funded under contract with the New York City Department for the Aging,
through grants provided by the Brooklyn Borough President and the City Council; the NY Medical Academy, Verizon, and funds provided by the New York State Office for the Aging, through resources made possible by a grant from the New York State Legislature.
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