Seniors Speak!
- Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
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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.
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YouthLimited English Speakers
- Describe the challenge you want to address:
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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?
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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
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10467
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