Resources for Seniors & Older Adults in New York
Helpful, trustworthy places to turn for Medicare questions, local senior services, free entertainment, caregiver support, and mental health help across New York State. I put this together for the seniors and families I work with — and anyone who needs a starting point.
A note about these links: These are independent organizations and government programs I often mention in sessions. Listing them here is not an endorsement or a substitute for professional advice — especially for insurance, legal, or medical decisions. If you're unsure which resource fits your situation, I'm happy to talk it through with you.
Medicare & Health Insurance
Free, unbiased help understanding Medicare, supplemental plans, and prescription coverage in New York.
Medicare.gov
The official U.S. government site for Medicare. Compare plans, check coverage, and find providers.
Visit websiteNew York State HIICAP
Free Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program for Medicare-eligible New Yorkers and their families.
Visit websiteNassau County HIICAP — Family & Children's Association
Local Medicare counseling for Nassau County residents. Call (516) 706-9676 for appointment details.
Visit websiteNY Connects
Free information and referral for long-term services, supports, and health insurance options across New York State.
Visit websiteNassau County & Long Island Services
Senior centers, case management, meals, transportation, and wellness programs close to home.
Nassau County Office for the Aging
Information on senior centers, in-home services, caregiver support, and benefits screening in Nassau County.
Visit websiteNassau County Senior Centers
Find a senior center near you for meals, social activities, exercise, and educational programs.
Visit websiteEAC Network Senior Community Service Centers
Socialization, recreation, health promotion, and congregate meals for Nassau County seniors.
Visit websiteEAC Network Senior Health Promotion
Exercise and wellness programs brought directly to Nassau County senior centers and residences.
Visit websiteTransportation for Seniors
Reliable ways for older adults to get to appointments, senior centers, and outings across Nassau County and Long Island.
Able-Ride (NICE Bus)
Nassau County's paratransit service for eligible seniors and people with disabilities. Door-to-door service by appointment.
Visit websiteNICE Bus — Fixed Routes
Public bus routes across Nassau County and into Queens. Reduced fares available for seniors and people with disabilities.
Visit websiteNassau County Transportation
Information on senior transportation programs, including dial-a-ride and other local options in Nassau County.
Visit websiteNew York City Senior Resources
City programs for older adults in the five boroughs, including centers, mental health, and caregiver support.
NYC Department for the Aging (DFTA)
Older adult centers, case management, home-delivered meals, and caregiver resources. Call 212-AGING-NYC (212-244-6469).
Visit websiteNYC Aging Service Finder
Search for older adult centers, home care, mental health services, and more by borough and address.
Visit websiteNY Connects — NYC Aging
Helps New Yorkers of all ages find long-term care services and supports in the city.
Visit websiteNYC311 Older Adults Support
A guide to city services for older adults and caregivers, including benefits and in-home help.
Visit websiteFree Entertainment & Lifelong Learning
Museums, libraries, and cultural programs that welcome older adults at no or reduced cost.
The Long Island Museum — Senior Tuesdays
Free admission for seniors 62+ on select Tuesdays to explore changing exhibitions and programs.
Visit websiteMoMA Prime Time
Free museum programs for older New Yorkers, including community-based art experiences in NYC.
Visit websiteThe Bronx Museum — Lifelong Studio
Free 8-week hands-on artmaking workshops for adults ages 55 and over in the Bronx.
Visit websiteNew York Public Library — Services for 50+
Programs, book clubs, technology help, and community events for adults 50 and older.
Visit websiteBrooklyn Public Library — Services for Older Adults
Lectures, films, performances, and educational programs in person or virtually for adults 55+.
Visit websiteCinema Arts Centre — Huntington
Independent cinema with community programming. Many theaters offer senior discounts — call ahead to confirm current pricing.
Visit websiteSag Harbor Cinema
Nonprofit cinema in Sag Harbor with discounted tickets for seniors, veterans, and local residents.
Visit websiteNassau County Senior Summer Concerts
Free outdoor noontime concerts at Eisenhower Park and other locations during summer months. Check the county calendar for dates.
Visit websiteCaregiver Support
Help for spouses, adult children, and others caring for an aging loved one.
NYC Caregiver Support — DFTA
Counseling, support groups, respite, and training for caregivers of older New Yorkers.
Visit websiteNassau County Caregiver Resources
Contact the Office for the Aging for local caregiver support, respite, and information services.
Visit websiteNY Connects — Caregiver Support
Statewide information on respite care, support groups, and long-term care planning for caregivers.
Visit websiteMental Health & Crisis Support
If you or a senior you love is in crisis, these lines are available 24/7.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7 if you are in emotional distress or crisis.
Visit websiteNYC Well
Free, confidential mental health support for New Yorkers. Call 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355), text WELL, or chat online.
Visit websiteCrisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor at any time.
Visit websiteReading by topic
Articles I've written for seniors and their families, grouped by what you might be facing right now.
Senior Mental Health
Depression, anxiety, loneliness, and the identity shifts that come with aging.
Grief & Loss
Losing a spouse, grieving later in life, and supporting a parent through loss.
Caregiving
For spouses and adult children carrying the weight of someone else's care.
Staying Connected
Getting out again, rebuilding a social life, and finding purpose after retirement.
Want help sorting through it all?
Sometimes the hardest part is knowing where to start. If you or an aging parent is feeling overwhelmed, a free 15-minute call can help you figure out the next right step.