Seniors On The Go

Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?

East Flatbush, Flatbush, Kensington, Prospect Park South, Ditmas Park

Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.

Older Adults

Describe the challenge you want to address:

Senior isolation socialization in senior setting/housing facilities/ housing with a significant number of seniors. Seniors are not able to go out alone. Seniors don't get visitors. Not enough opportunities when the engage with other people. Meals that seniors are eating need to be examined for health value.

What is the solution to the challenge?

Safe areas on the blocks Seniors on the Go Program would create community for seniors in senior housing settings encouraging different activities. The proposed offerings would include: -Teaching healthy food prep, education on health issues (high cholesterol, diabetes), -Movement dances, teaching music, how to play an instrument,-Book club, newsletter, movie nights, develop a choir, quilting club, trips to resorts, concerts, targeted block parties for seniors. Component that will bring youth and seniors together afterschool. Help seniors maintain skills they already have.

Please provide your Zip Code

11226