Seniors Speak!
Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
Pelham Parkway, Bedford Park, Van Courtland, White Plains Road, Mott Haven, Fordham, Parkchester, Grand Concourse, (CBO's- Bronx House, NIDC, Phipps Houses, YMCA, Politician Offices)
Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
Youth
Limited English Speakers
Describe the challenge you want to address:
in the Bronx one in every 3 older adults face challenges due to language barriers. Many do not benefit from resources or have a support group to help them navigate through programs and learn whatever knowledge is needed.
What is the solution to the challenge?
creation of a hub that host workshops and offer a specialist/case manager to assist w/ leases, medical insurance, meals, tech support and connecting older adults with home health aides who speak the same language. The specialist should speak different languages and/or program should have translating equipment and adequate training. CBO's can use thier spaces or partners to hot these events/spaces.
Please provide your Zip Code
10467
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