Encore News
A Bite of New York
“Small Plates, Big City, Bigger Heart” is the ethos behind A Bite of New York, a food fundraising event that gives back. On June 12, […]
Poverty among older New Yorkers reaches record high: report
NEW YORK (PIX11) — A new report is shedding light on a worsening crisis: poverty among older New Yorkers is on the rise, with thousands […]
Advocacy group says federal budget would severely hurt older Americans
On May 20, Live on NY, an advocacy organization, held a virtual briefing on the impacts of federal cuts on older adults. With rising costs […]
New Yorkers are aging. But nearly 6 in 10 don’t have any retirement income.
New York City is now home to more people over the age of 65 than ever before, and an alarming number are living with no […]
As Summer Approaches, City Must Upgrade Aging HVAC Systems at Cooling Centers to Avoid Heat Hell
Older adult centers that serve as lifelines for thousands of aging New Yorkers struggle with infrastructure so outdated it compromises one of their most critical […]
Op-ed: New York is aging. Our workforce better get ready
When Edward Jones, an immigrant with no family in the U.S., began receiving assistance from Autrice Wildman, a case manager at Encore Community Services, in […]
Governor Kathy Hochul Vistited Encore’s Aging Through Arts Center
Governor Kathy Hochul visited our Aging Through Arts Center, engaging with older adults and staff on key aging issues and state investments supporting New York’s seniors.
Encore Community Services provides support for older adults
The number of older adults living in poverty in the city rose by almost 50% over the past ten years, according to a new study […]
Opinion: The Country is Still Anxious About Affordability. For Older Adults, This is Nothing New.
Rising prices for groceries, housing, and health care have made life harder for all New Yorkers. For older adults in particular, however, rising costs pose […]
NYC nonprofit seeks volunteers to support lunch program
Since 1977, it’s been a home away from home. Organizers say it’s the volunteers who make it happen. They have a shortage of helping hands. […]
Making a Difference: 4 Service Opportunities This Winter
This winter, students and other members of the Fordham community can make a difference without straying too far from home. The University offers multiple service […]
Adultos mayores en Manhattan celebran cena de Acción de Gracias en comunidad
Check out Ana Cepeda, Jorge De La Torres and Judy Castillo from today’s Thanksgiving feast! Thank you Andy and the Encore culinary team!