In compliance with Local Law 122 of 2020, the following is the annual report of the New York City Department for the Aging Advisory Council activities outlined during its quarterly meetings for 2023.
Annual Report of Older Adult Centers in the City of New York. Report includes metrics on services and activities provided by older adult centers across the five boroughs for 2023.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
Report provides an overview of the department’s activities with respect to supplemental nutrition assistance enrollment and recertification for seniors, including the public campaign and the enrollment and recertification program.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
Annual Report of Older Adult Centers in the City of New York. Report includes metrics on services and activities provided by older dult centers across the five boroughs for 2022.
In compliance with Local Law 122 of 2020, the following is the annual report of the New York City Department for the Aging Advisory Council activities outlined during its quarterly meetings for 2022.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announces the formation of the New York City Cabinet for Older New Yorkers to support services, projects, and policies benefitting older adults.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
Biennial report required pursuant to the Identifying Information Law, containing information related to the collection, retention and disclosure of identifying information
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department for the Aging (DFTA) Commissioner Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez today announced the distribution of an additional 1,000 free wi-fi equipped mobile tablets to older New Yorkers.
A transcript about New York City Mayor Eric Adams delivering remarks and distributing tablets to senior citizens to end AAPI Heritage Month and Older Americans Month.
Report provides an overview of the department’s activities with respect to supplemental nutrition assistance enrollment and recertification for seniors, including the public campaign and the enrollment and recertification program.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department for the Aging (DFTA) Commissioner Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez announces the distribution of free Wi-Fi equipped computer tablets to older New Yorkers in an effort to help connect them with city services.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
In compliance with Local Law 9 of 2015, the following is the annual report of the legislated Social Adult Day Care (SADC) Ombuds Office for Calendar Year 2021.
Annual Report of Senior Centers in the City of New York. Report includes metrics on services and activities provided by senior centers across the five boroughs for fiscal year 2021.
NYC Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
and NYC Department for the Aging present a new training
program for service providers on how they can assist older
adults who receive civil summonses.
The New York City Department for the Aging (DFTA) conducted a survey of unpaid caregivers in New York City. The purpose of the survey was to examine the extent to which unpaid caregivers’ needs are met by existing services and to identify areas for improvement.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
IN THE MATTER OF an application submitted by Bedford Carp Realty III, LLC pursuant to
Sections 197-c and 201 of the New York City Charter for the grant of a special permit pursuant
to Section 106-32(a) of the Zoning Resolution to allow a commercial use (Use Group 16 use) not
permitted by the etc.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
Report provides an overview of the department’s activities with respect to supplemental nutrition assistance enrollment and recertification for seniors.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
Annual Report of Senior Centers in the City of New York. Report includes metrics on services and activities provided by senior centers across the five boroughs.
The Annual Plan Summary is a synopsis of the Annual Implementation Plan and presents DFTA's strategic goals, programming, budget and service levels. This plan represents the second year of a four-year plan covering the period of April 1, 2020 to March 31, 2024.
Press releases are designed to inform the public of an upcoming/ongoing emergency or special event. Some emergencies include coastal storms, winter weather and extreme heat. Releases also highlight special events including Ready New York presentations and other community preparedness initiatives.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
This analysis by New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer highlights the important role of the City’s LTCOP and demonstrates the need to augment the program.
Pursuant to Local Law 134 of 2017, this annual report contains the department’s activities with respect to supplemental nutrition assistance enrollment and recertification for seniors.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
What are the similarities and differences among these three types of senior programs and do average program and personnel costs differ? We compared using data from the Department for the Aging, which contracts with providers to operate the senior programs.
The Department for the Aging (DFTA) Commissioner Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez, State Senator Robert Jackson, and Assembly Member Al Taylor visited two senior centers to celebrate the diversity, activities, and health and wellness services that the City's network of nearly 250 centers offers.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
The Profile of Older New Yorkers is a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in information at Community District (CD), borough and/or city-wide levels about older New Yorkers. The Department for the Aging (DFTA) has compiled the data to provide the aging community and the general public with
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that Lorraine A. Cortés-Vázquez will serve as Commissioner of the Department for the Aging. As Commissioner, Cortés-Vázquez will work to advance DFTA’s mission to eliminate ageism, ensure the dignity and quality of life of older adults, and support caregivers.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that Lorraine A. Cortés-Vázquez will serve as Commissioner of the Department for the Aging. As Commissioner, Cortés-Vázquez will work to advance DFTA’s mission to eliminate ageism, ensure the dignity and quality of life of older adults, and support caregivers.
First Lady Chirlane McCray, Department for the Aging (DFTA) acting Commissioner Caryn Resnick, and Senior Advisor to the Mayor and head of the Office of ThriveNYC Susan Herman announced today a $1.7 million expansion of mental health services through the ThriveNYC DFTA Geriatric Mental Health Initia
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
Evidence shows a cohort effect of baby boomers born between 1955 and 1965 who have disproportionate homelessness risk. Older homeless adults have medical needs exceeding their biological ages. The report forecasts the homeless population in NYC, projects potential costs and suggests interventions.
This report summarizes a multi-site study in three localities – Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles
County – of the anticipated future of the aged homeless population, its likely impacts on health and
shelter systems and resulting costs, and the potential for housing solutions.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that Donna Corrado will be stepping down from her role as Commissioner of DFTA. Caryn Resnick, the Deputy Commissioner of External Affairs, will assume the role of acting Commissioner effective December 1.
Medicare open enrollment is underway, and the New York City Department for the Aging’s Health Insurance Information, Counseling, and Assistance Program (HIICAP) provides free and impartial advice to help older adults select the best plans to meet their needs.
The New York City Department for the Aging (DFTA) on Friday held its 18th annual senior employment job fair to help lower-income older New Yorkers rejoin the workforce.
Starting next week, the City’s older adults, their caregivers, and nonprofit providers of community services will have the opportunity to voice concerns and suggestions to the New York City Department for the Aging (DFTA) during DFTA’s Annual Plan Summary hearings in each borough.
For years, some providers of city-funded social services have questioned disparities in the funding of their programs, with wide differences in how much support some groups receive for each participant despite offering a similar set of services.
A number of the metrics are shaped by one or more underlying factors, so that discussion with DFTA
concerning such factors prior to undertaking data analyses is recommended, especially as this is a newly
created dataset in the version attached.
The New York City Department for the Aging's (DFTA) Annual Plan Summary provides a valuable opportunity for DFTA to annually share its goals, objectives and program planning with the aging network.
Covering a 6-month period, this report contains the total number of referrals received by APS, the number of referred individuals who were determined ineligible during the same period, and the reasons individuals were determined ineligible, a general description of the source of the referrals.
DFTA has crafted “Plan 2025”, which lays out a blueprint for adding new services, and making
enhancements to or transforming existing services, to respond to the needs of the burgeoning
population of older people.
The New York City Department for the Aging spent about $110 million in fiscal year 2017 to support programs at nearly 250 senior centers throughout the city.
According to Local Law 97, DFTA must survey caregivers again in two years and every five years thereafter. As such, the ideas in this document are intended to be practical enough to be implemented, but fluid enough to meet the evolving needs and demographics of unpaid caregivers in New York City.
Deputy Mayor for Strategic Policy Initiatives Richard Buery and DFTA today released Age-Friendly NYC: New Commitments For a City For All Ages at Sunnyside Community Services in Queens.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
This report is a response to Local Law 97 of 2016, which requires the New York City
Department for the Aging (DFTA) to develop and conduct a survey of unpaid caregivers, create a comprehensive plan that addresses the needs of unpaid caregivers, and to report on the plan's progress.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
The study highlights the prevalence and incidence of various forms of elder abuse, the number of elder abuse cases coming to the attention of all agencies and programs responsible for servicing elder abuse victims in New York State in a one-year period.
An evaluation of the Homemaking Personal Care Program to look at the consistency and sources used for level of care determinations across case management agencies and whether clients are being assessed and linked to the full range of services that they may need.
This Executive Order by the Mayor announces the transfer to Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications specified functions of the Department for the Aging.
This guide assists senior citizens and those in the disability community in developing a personal emergency plan and offers tips on how to be prepared for any emergency.