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Active Aging Week: Oct 3-10

The Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership and Age Friendly Central Brooklyn, Inc. are teaming up for a full week of fun, informative, and healthy living activities for local seniors! Active Aging Week, from October 4 – 10, is an international annual event that will bring both virtual and in-person events to Clinton Hill and Bed-Stuy.

Schedule of Events

Monday, October 4 – Kickoff & Healthy Aging Conference* 10 am – 12 noon

Tuesday, October 5  – Movement is Medicine with Tameeka Nicole* 10 am -11 am

Wednesday, October 6 – 3rd Annual Wellness Walk at Herbert von King Park 10 am

Thursday, October 7 – Breathe & Flow with emergesoul* 10:15 am -11 am

Thursday, October 7 – Virtual Game Night*  7 pm

Friday, October 8 – Active Aging Activities at Myrtle Avenue Plaza 12 noon – 4 pm – No registration necesssary!

Saturday, October 9 – A Dance Activity*  Time: TBA

Sunday,  October 10 – Reflections on Active Aging Week* 2 pm -3 pm

*Activities available virtually

RSVP for Events

About the Organizers

Age Friendly Central Brooklyn, Inc is a community-based organization, led by a volunteer group of older adults that builds upon the rich experience of adults age 62 and older to ensure they can age in place. Through intentional outreach, AFCBI leverages local resources to improve their overall quality of life. Our Age Friendly Ambassadors engage adults in a myriad of activities to meet the social, economic, cultural and civic needs of this growing population. AFCBI has been an Active Aging Week participant since 2017.

Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership As a community-based organization serving the Fort Greene and Clinton Hill neighborhoods, our mission is to foster an inclusive, vibrant community anchored by Myrtle Avenue. We do this by engaging and supporting our neighbors, cultivating partnerships, building community capacity, identifying needs, and providing services that connect our neighbors to resources and opportunities. Our ongoing Myrtle Avenue Age-friendly work is focused on bringing local older adults to the table and giving their voices power to shape our neighborhood.

About Active Aging Week

Active Aging Week is presented by Humana and organized by the International Council on Active Aging®, the association that has been leading, connecting and defining the active aging industry since 2001.

New Funding & Coalition Launched to Support Local Elders

New Funding and Coalition Announced to Further Support Local Elders

In July, the Age-friendly Brooklyn Neighborhoods Collaborative, a three member-collective of the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership, Age Friendly Central Brooklyn (AFCBI), and The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM), was funded in part by a grant from Brooklyn Community Foundation’s Elders’ Fund initiative. The funding will support collaboration amongst the organizational partners to continue their work of supporting aging in place for older adults. Together we seek to ensure that the 28,000 older adults living across Central Brooklyn (Bedford-Stuyvesant, Clinton Hill, Crown Heights, and Fort Greene) have the tools and resources to age in place. NYAM will serve as the convener for this coalition, and host regular meetings to bring together participants, share resources, exchange ideas, and discuss future programming in keeping with the Collaborative’s mission. 

“NYAM is thrilled to partner with Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership and Age-friendly Central Brooklyn on this exciting grant initiative,” says Elana Kieffer, Acting Director, Center for Healthy Aging at NYAM. “This is a prime example of how we support age-friendly neighborhood organizations across NYC in the work they do every day to improve the lives of older adults in the communities where they live.”

With the three-year grant, totaling $135,000, the three-member coalition will work together to continue their support of older Brooklynites. This includes connecting older adults to resources, organizing advocacy and civic engagement, and free events and programs that connect them to local businesses, skill building, cultural opportunities and combat social isolation.

“Age Friendly Central Brooklyn, Inc. (AFCBI) is excited that Brooklyn Community Foundation chose our partnership to support age-friendly communities,” says Selma Jackson, president, AFCBI. “This grant supports the continuing work of serving older adults in Ft. Greene/Clinton Hill/Central Brooklyn.”

About Brooklyn Community Foundation Elder’s Fund

Brooklyn Community Foundation is on a mission to spark lasting social change, mobilizing people, capital, and expertise for a fair and just Brooklyn. Since its founding in 2009, the Foundation and its donors have provided over $25 million in grants to more than 300 nonprofits throughout the borough, bolstering vital programs and services while responding to urgent community needs and opportunities. In 2014, following a six-month borough wide community engagement project called Brooklyn Insights, the Foundation unveiled a new strategic action plan focused on youth, neighborhood strength, nonprofit capacity, and racial justice. Learn more at www.BrooklynCommunityFoundation.org.

About Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue

In 2015, the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn commercial district was designated as an Age-friendly Neighborhood by the New York City Council and New York Academy of Medicine. This designation acknowledged the area’s many elements that make it “friendly” for older adults and helped continue programming and advocacy led by the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership for local elders. This included the formation of the Myrtle Avenue Senior Advisory Council and work to ensure local businesses are accommodating senior shoppers, planning free local events and programming, and connecting seniors to resources, like through the annual Myrtle Avenue Senior Resource Fair. In 2019, the Brooklyn Community Foundation awarded the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership a grant from their inaugural Brooklyn Elders’ Fund to support age-friendly work in the neighborhood.

Older adults in Clinton Hill and Fort Greene can join the Myrtle Avenue Senior Advisory Council, which meets virtually on the second Friday of each month and learn about upcoming free events for older adults by contacting Ryan Greenlaw at ryan@myrtleavenue.org or calling (718) 230-1689 ext. 4.

About Age Friendly Central Brooklyn, Inc.

Age Friendly Central Brooklyn, Inc. originated in 2007 from newly designated Age Friendly NYC, a new partnership between the Office of the Mayor, The New York City Council, and NYAM. Next, New York City launched a pilot program in 2009 that featured three Aging Improvement Districts (AID). Bedford Stuyvesant was the only locally controlled AID whose residents were primarily of African Descent.  In 2015, the City Council expanded and renamed the initiative Age Friendly Neighborhood Initiative. It was then that the Bedford-Stuyvesant Aging Improvement District became the Age Friendly Neighborhood Initiative of Bedford-Stuyvesant & Crown Heights, now an independent entity known as AFCBI.    

AFCBI, a community-based organization, led by a volunteer group of older adults that builds upon the rich experience of adults age 62 and older to ensure they can age in place. Through intentional outreach, AFCBI leverages local resources to improve their overall quality of life. Our Age Friendly Ambassadors engage other older adults in a myriad of activities to meet the social, economic, cultural and civic needs of this growing population. For more information contact: Donna Williams, secretary@agefriendlycb.org

About The New York Academy of Medicine

The New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) tackles the barriers that prevent every individual from living a healthy life. NYAM generates the knowledge needed to change the systems that prevent people from accessing what they need to be healthy such as safe and affordable housing, healthy food, healthcare, and more. Through its high-profile programming for the general public, focused symposia for health professionals, and its base of dedicated Fellows and Members, NYAM engages the minds and hearts of those who also value advancing health equity to maximize health for all. For more information, visit nyam.org and follow @nyamnyc and @agefriendlynyc on social media.  

FREE Activities for Seniors

The Senior Activity Series provides opportunities to participate in different activities on Myrtle Avenue like, exercise programs, hobbies, wellness services, and other social events.  It is our goal to offer programs, services and social opportunities that nurture the notion to celebrate life, stay socially engaged, and nourish the mind, body, and soul to all the adults in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill. The Senior Activity Series lead to a more meaningful life. If you are 55 and older we invite you to join us for the following activities.

SENIOR SELF-DEFENSE SERIES

2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 12pm. From February to May

Clinton Hill Champions Martial Arts and Fitness – 434 Myrtle Ave

SENIOR MOVEMENT SERIES

1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month at 2 pm. From February to May

Sacred Brooklyn  – 334 Myrtle Ave

SENIOR COFFEE SOCIAL

3rd  Friday of every month at 11:00 am. From February to May

Connecticut Muffin, – 423 Myrtle Ave

SENIOR WRITING WORKSHOP

Every other Thursday starting February 6th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Pratt Institute – Myrtle Ave Hall (2nd fl.), Willoughby Ave. 

SENIOR GUIDE 2020

We at Myrtle Ave care about the seniors of our community and have been working to partner with the mom and pops of Myrtle Ave. to capture more discounts and senior specials. For a printable version of Senior Specials on Myrtle Ave, click here Senior Guide 2020

Want to Join the Council?

Would you like to come to the next Council meeting? Do you want to sign up for more information? Give us a call at 718-230-1689 ext#5 or email info@myrtleavenue.org for more information.

Thank You to Our Supporters

Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue is funded in part by a grant from the CABS Community Foundation, an advised fund of the Brooklyn Community Foundation’s Elders Fund. Thank you to the Brooklyn Community Foundation for supporting our work to connect the elders of our neighborhood to co-create a shared vision for our community.

On September 25th, the Senior Advisory Council met for their second meeting of 2019 to discuss ongoing concerns around Myrtle Ave. The council formed committees around Transportation, Events & Signature Events, and Business & Services to strategize upcoming actions and events.

We received guest speaker Rosamond Fletcher of Fort Greene Park Conservancy. Rosamond updated the Council on upcoming capital improvements in the park through two phases, including the creation of new ADA-compliant ramps at entrances along the Myrtle Avenue side of the park, the replacement of 83 trees and planting of additional trees, and expansion of the fitness and barbecue areas in the northwest corner of the park near Myrtle Avenue and St. Edwards Street. 

Additionally, the Council received updates on the MTA’s public engagement process for an upcoming re-mapping of the Brooklyn bus network. The Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership will advocate with the Senior Advisory Council’s Transportation Committee to be a part of the process to voice senior commuters’ concerns over wait times and to support possible solutions to improve bus efficacy, such as bus schedule monitors, traffic regulation and enforcement, etc.

The Council’s Events committee began forming a calendar of events for seniors on Myrtle Avenue, including a relaxing spa day as one of the possible upcoming events for the Council. Instructor Q of Clinton Hill Champions Martial Arts & Fitness agreed to kick-off the Senior Self-Defense Class on October 8. If any seniors would like to sign up, please contact us at (718) 230-1689 ext 4# Classes will be capped at 20 participants. The class will be FREE to participants through the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership with support from the Brooklyn Community Foundation.

 Want to Join the Council?

We invite interested residents of the Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Wallabout, and Brooklyn Navy Yard area to join the Senior Advisory Council for a meeting and to join one of the committees: Events & Signature Events, Transportation, and Business & Services. The meeting locations will revolve on both ends of the district to accommodate neighborhood residents. 

Would you like to join the Senior Advisory Council, or come to the next Council meeting? Do you want to sign up for more information? Give us a call at 718-230-1689 ext#5 or email info@myrtleavenue.org for more information.

Thank You to Our Supporters

The Senior Advisory Council offers a warm thank you to Bishop Memorial Mission at 127 Emerson Place – who generously provided the space for the meeting.  

“Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue” is funded in part by a grant from Brooklyn Community Foundation’s Elders Fund. Thank you to the Brooklyn Community Foundation for supporting our work to connect the elders of our neighborhood to co-create a shared vision for our community.

Myrtle Senior Advisory Council Gets Active

Getting together and talking all things local was the agenda last Thursday at Myrtle Avenue when more than 20 local seniors gathered for the Myrtle Avenue Senior Advisory Council Meeting. After nearly a two year hiatus, the group reconvened for an open meeting to discuss neighborhood issues that impact seniors and how they can work as a group to ensure Myrtle Avenue is a welcoming place for seniors.

Let’s Get Together

On August 7th, neighbors gathered to discuss a number of local issues and to set course for the revised Senior Advisory Council. In the year ahead, the group of local elders will plan events for seniors at local businesses on Myrtle Avenue, help create and promote deals for senior citizens at local businesses, and advocate for the needs of seniors on and around Myrtle Avenue to local elected officials and city agencies. Their work will be supported by the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership who originally helped found the council and sought designation of Myrtle Avenue as an official NYC Age-Friendly District.

Attendees of the Senior Advisory Council discussed common concerns around safety and transportation – particularly the MTA’s announcement to reduce B54 Bus service, senior-friendly opportunities, and the importance of access and affordability of services (laundromats, supermarkets, etc.) along Myrtle Avenue.

Want to Join the Council?

We invite interested residents of the Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Wallabout, and Brooklyn Navy Yard area to join the Senior Advisory Council for a meeting, and a potential leadership role. The meeting locations will revolve on both ends of the district to accommodate neighborhood residents. 

 Would you like to join the Senior Advisory Council, or come to the next Council meeting? Do you want to sign up for more information? Give us a call at 718-230-1689 ext#5 or email info@myrtleavenue.org for more information.

The next Senior Advisory Council meeting will be on Wednesday, September 25th at 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM at Bishop Memorial Mission at 127 Emerson Place on the corner of Emerson Place and Myrtle Avenue. See the flyer below.

Thank You to Our Supporters

The Senior Advisory Council offers a big thank you to Locals – a new market to open this fall at 332 Myrtle Avenue – generously provided the space for the meeting.  

Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue is funded in part by a grant from the CABS Community Foundation, an advised fund of the Brooklyn Community Foundation’s Elders Fund. Thank you to the Brooklyn Community Foundation for supporting our work to connect the elders of our neighborhood to co-create a shared vision for our community.

Announcing the 2nd Annual Senior Resource Fair

2nd Annual Senior Resource Fair Comes to Fort Greene & Clinton Hill, Brooklyn
Wednesday, March 29th
11am-2pm

The Myrtle Avenue Revitalization Project (MARP) & and its Senior Advisory Council (SAC) of 30 active members brings the 2nd Annual Senior Resource Fair to Fort Greene & Clinton Hill, Brooklyn this month.  The FREE Fort Greene/Clinton Hill Senior Resource Fair, made possible with support from the New York Community Trust, is open to all seniors, and will take place on Wednesday, March 29th, 11am to 2pm at Mercy Home, 273 Willoughby Avenue (corner of Classon Avenue).

Over 30 exhibitors including city agencies, providers, and services will share information focused on senior resources and programs, from transportation services to online classes, from physical activity to legal assistance, from job placement and assistance to recreational activities.

Confirmed groups attending include Access-A-Ride, MTA Reduced Fare Metro Card, the Good Neighbors Program, DOROT, NY Foundation for Seniors’ Home Sharing Program, Heights & Hills, Phoenix and the NYC Department of the Aging. A number of Myrtle Avenue businesses that offer weekly senior discounts, specials and other services will also be on hand, such as Sandbox Pack & Ship, Myrtle Drug Care Corp and TD Bank. Additional invitees include but not limited to LIU Platinum Sneakers, Mark Morris Dance and CityMeals on Wheels.

Other interested senior-focused organizations and service providers may contact the organization if interested in participating in the Senior Resource Fair at (718) 230-1689 ext 3#.

Click this link and like our Myrtle Avenue Facebook page for Myrtle Avenue updates and more information.

Brooklyn Strand Public Workshops

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The Brooklyn Strand workshop hosted by the Community Board 2 Parks Committee in September drew more than 75 attendees! Based on the turnout there will be three additional public workshops to gather community feedback on Phase II of the Brooklyn Strand. Participate in one of these workshops as they develop a more-detailed vision for the areas under and along the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) from the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges to Commodore Barry Park and consider how to create a unified park network to better connect Downtown Brooklyn and its surrounding neighborhoods. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.

WORKSHOP I

WHERE:  Willoughby Senior Center (Whitman Senior Center)
105 North Portland Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

WHEN:   Tuesday, October 20th, 2015
6:00pm – 7:30pm


WORKSHOP II

WHERE:  Ingersoll Community Center
177 Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

WHEN:   Monday, October 26th, 2015
6:30pm – 8:00pm


WORKSHOP III

WHERE:  Farragut Community Center
228 York Street, Brooklyn, NY

WHEN:   Wednesday, October 28th, 2015
6:30pm – 8:00pm

Myrtle Avenue Designated an Age-Friendly Neighborhood

Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue in Fort Greene & Clinton Hill

Local seniors with Grace Tappin, owner of Move with Grace yoga studio and juice bar, after a senior friendly chair yoga class.

Myrtle Avenue, between Flatbush Avenue Extension and Classon Avenue, has been designated an “Age-Friendly” Neighborhood by the New York City Council and New York Academy of Medicine. This designation means that the entire Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Business Improvement District has many of the elements which make it a “friendlier” place for seniors living in the neighborhood. This includes places to sit and rest, merchants offering senior discounts, and nearby events or activities that welcome senior participation.

“We are doing what we can to make sure that Myrtle Avenue offers discounts, specials and community events that make staying home in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill easy, affordable and enjoyable for our neighbors as they age“, shared Meredith Phillips Almeida, Executive Director.

USPS Postal Van

The Senior Advisory Council, a group of about 30 Fort Greene & Clinton Hill seniors, has been actively involved in guiding our work around senior issues. The recently released Senior Resource Guide to Myrtle Avenue 2015 – a 4-panel brochure which highlights many of these specials – is an example of their advocacy and activism. The Council has also helped gather signatures and worked with Community Board 2 to bring a USPS Mobile Unit to Fort Greene. “This is incredibly valuable given that the Pratt Station Post Office relocated from 524 Myrtle Avenue to 609 Myrtle Avenue in order to make way for a block of new development,” stated Shaquana Boykin, the Healthy Communities Program Manager with the Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership. The USPS Mobile Unit will be located near the Senior Center on North Portland Avenue between Myrtle and Park Avenues, from 11am-2pm, on Monday, July 27th. Beginning Monday, September 28th the van will be there on the fourth Monday of each month.

2015 USPS Postal Van Dates

 

Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue in Fort Greene & Clinton Hill Brooklyn
The Council also helped to design bright blue Senior Specials decals which will be placed on the windows of Myrtle Avenue and other local stores offering specials. More than 50 Myrtle Avenue businesses have now signed on to offer senior discounts and services.

Classes are currently forming at Move with Grace Yoga, Dance & Fitness Studio and Juice Bar for Chair Yoga specifically for older adults. Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will be offering Self Defense classes for seniors.

Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue Chair Yoga in Clinton Hill Brooklyn

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Wine tastings, free grocery deliveries, free pharmacy deliveries and discounts of 5 to 10% and more on dining and other shopping options are also available on Myrtle.  All of these deals and discounts for seniors can be found within the Senior Resource Guide to Myrtle Avenue 2015.

More than 40 public benches along Myrtle Avenue also make taking a rest from shopping or dining in the area easy for everybody.  “The significant changes that Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership has made with community stakeholders and older residents on Myrtle Avenue is something that they should be very proud of. This kind of transformation does not happen easily. Myrtle Avenue is making Brooklyn better for residents of all ages in this borough,” shared Shauneequa Owusu, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Community Engagements at Age-Friendly NYC.

Nearly 6,000 older adults reside in ZIP code 11205, calling Fort Greene and Clinton Hill home, according to the Census’ 2013 American Community Survey.

Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue is made possible with support from New York Community Trust and NYC Council Member Laurie Cumbo.

 

Senior Specials on Myrtle Avenue

Senior Specials on Myrtle Avenue

We at Myrtle Ave care about the seniors of our community and have been working to partner with the mom and pops of Myrtle Ave. to capture more discounts and senior specials. For a printable version of Senior Specials on Myrtle Ave, click here Senior Guide 2020.

SOCIAL SERVICES

BROOKLYN FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER
350 Jay St, 15th Floor (718) 250-5113
Domestic violence-related case management, social services, legal counseling, housing, elder abuse & more.

FORT GREENE SNAP
324 Myrtle, at Washington Park (718) 694-6957
Grandparents support, computer classes, advocacy & more.

HEIGHTS & HILLS
57 Willoughby St, (718) 596-8789
Case management, caregiver support & more.

SENIOR SUPPORT PROGRAM
At the Ingersoll Community Center, 177 Myrtle, at Prince. (212) 602-4304
Legal assistance, grandparent support & more

THEATER

BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF MUSIC
30 Lafayette & Ashland (718) 636-4122
FREE 10AM movie on the 3rd Friday of each month to Ages 65+, with free popcorn & soda. Free transportation available to select NYCHA houses. Reservations required.

SENIOR CENTERS

WILLOUGHBY SENIOR CENTER
105 North Portland (718) 875-1011
FREE exercise & computer classes, meals, activities, & more

LOCAL RESOURCES

PHARM TO FARM
Through the NYC Pharmacy to Farm Prescriptions program, when a SNAP participant fills an RX for high blood pressure medication at a participating pharmacy, they can get a “prescription” for $30 worth of produce from a nearby farmers’ market. Visit these participating pharmacies to fill your prescription:

  • MYRTLE DRUG CARE CORP
    355 Myrtle, at Adelphi (718) 855-2292
  • WHITMAN PHARMACY
    329A Myrtle, at Washington Park (718) 938-0816

SILVER SNEAKERS
SilverSneakers is a fitness program that falls under many Medicare Advantage plans, for seniors of ALL abilities. Membership includes free access to 16,000 participating gyms and fitness centers in the network. This program is available at:

SOUTHBRIDGE FITNESS
322 Myrtle, at Washington Park (646) 232-4545

*10% daily discount

BAKERIES & CAFES

*BROOKLYN SWEET SPOT
366 Myrtle, at Adelphi (347) 916-0494
Senior delivery service available on  Monday & Tuesday before 12pm. Minimum order applies.

*CALYER

519 Myrtle, at Grand (718) 576-3086

DUNKIN’ DONUTS
513 Myrtle, at Grand (718) 230-0099
Senior discount for AARP members.

*TB COFFEE HOUSE
578 Myrtle, at Classon (917) 397-2719

BANKING

BANK OF AMERICA
449 Myrtle, at Waverly (718) 852-1548
Advantage for Seniors custom checking

CHASE BANK
402 Myrtle, at Vanderbilt (718)237-2351
Sign up bonus for Social Security direct deposit

CITIBANK
430 Myrtle, at Clinton (347) 756-4622
Senior Citizens accounts available

TD BANK
490 Myrtle, at Hall (718) 622-3501
TD 60 Plus Checking available

EYEWEAR & EYE EXAMS

DC OPTICS
390 Myrtle, at Vanderbilt (347)504-1121
Seniors 65+, $80 eye exam (reg $149), $80 Single vision/bifocal lens selection

*OPTICAL GALLERY
446 Myrtle, at Waverly (718) 246-2020

FITNESS & EXERCISE

*MOVE WITH GRACE YOGA, PILATES & ORGANIC JUICE BAR
431 Myrtle, at Clinton (718) 230-0013

*SACRED BROOKLYN
334 Myrtle, at Carlton (718) 855-2973
Free community classes on Saturdays.

SOUTHBRIDGE FITNESS CENTER
322 Myrtle, at Washington Park (646) 232-4545
Senior classes thru “Silver Sneakers Medicare program.”

GROCERY STORES & FOOD

*BRAVO SUPERMARKET
331 Myrtle, at Carlton (718) 855-3715

*FARMER IN THE DELI
357 Myrtle, at AdelphI (718) 875-9067

KEY FOOD SUPERMARKET
492 Myrtle, at Ryerson (718) 857-5579
10% discount every Wednesday for Seniors. Must spend $75 for free local delivery

SALONS & BARBER SHOPS

MEGA NAILS & SPA
383 Myrtle, at Clermont (718) 596-1383
MTW Senior Specials for waxing, and manicure & pedicure packages.

*SALON RHED
374 Myrtle, at Clermont (718) 625-7433

MOBILE PHONES

Senior discounts available, inquire within:

AT&T
491 Myrtle, at Hall (718) 210-0211

T-MOBILE
436 Myrtle, at Waverly (718) 230-4748

PHARMACIES & HEALTH

CVS
218 Myrtle, at Ashland (718) 596-2460
15% discount.

HEALTH POINT DRUGS
392 Myrtle, at Vanderbilt (718)855-5958
10% discount for OTC products.

*MYRTLE DRUG CARE CORP
355 Myrtle, at Adelphi St (718)855-2292

*MYRTLE PHARMACY
446A Myrtle, at Waverly (718) 237-4444

WALGREENS
379 Myrtle, at Clermont (718) 403-9112
20% discount on the first Tuesday of the month & 15% discount every Friday.
Does not apply to sale items.

*WHITMAN PHARMACY
329A Myrtle, at Washington Park (718) 938-0816

RESTAURANTS

THE CRABBY SHACK
154 Clinton Av, at Myrtle (718) 596-6555
10% discount Monday thru Friday.

*DAMAS FALAFEL HOUSE
407 Myrtle, at Vanderbilt (718)852-6677

*THE HALAL SPOT
474 Myrtle, at Hall (718) 230-4900

*KINARA INDIAN
368 Myrtle, at Adelphi (718) 237-4008

*VILLA PANCHO
472 Myrtle, at Washington Av (718) 623-9016

SHOPPING

*VOODO FE ART SHOP
572 Myrtle, at Emerson (631) 943-2370

Community Forum for Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue

Photo Credit: David Hanson

Photo Credit: David Hanson

In partnership with the New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) we spoke to over 200 older residents about how to improve life for older adults in Fort Greene & Clinton Hill as we aim to create an Age-Friendly neighborhood. This could could mean anything from working with local businesses to ensure that aisles are wheelchair accessible, or to offer senior friendly fitness classes like chair yoga.

In addition, over 50 Myrtle Avenue businesses shared existing programs and discussed new ways to create a safe, inviting, engaging experience within their businesses for older customers.

As a result, thirty older adult residents have joined the Fort Greene / Clinton Hill Senior Advisory Council and will work with us to create and lead initiatives to address common concerns around safety, transportation, senior-friendly opportunities and better access to services.

Join us for our Community Forum: Improving the Neighborhood for Older Residents 

When: Monday, April 20th 2015
Time: 10-12pm
Where: Ingersoll Community Center, 177 Myrtle Avenue

MARP, NYAM, and the newly formed Senior Advisory Council will introduce the project, Age-Friendly Myrtle Avenue, and share what we learned and hear new ideas from forum participants.

RSVP here

Give Feedback on How to Improve Life for NYC Older Adults

According to the New York Academy of Medicine there are over 1 million people 65 and over living in NYC, and by 2040, this number is expected to increase by 40.7%. Soon, NYC will have more older adults than school-aged children. In response to this the Office of the Mayor, the New York City Council, and the New York Academy of Medicine partnered to create Age-friendly NYC in order to assess what is working and what needs to improve for our older adult neighbors throughout NYC.

Have your opinion heard and take this survey . The information that you share is important to help the City Council better serve its diverse communities and make our city’s neighborhoods more inclusive from the perspective of older adults.

Also, get familiar with our local Age-friendly initiatives and contact us to get involved!

Movement Class for Older Adults

Photo Credit: markmorrisdancegroup.org

Photo Credit: markmorrisdancegroup.org

Mark Morris Dance Center faculty member Janelle Barry is leading a FREE movement class in February and March for older adults at the Ingersoll Community Center. The class is designed to use “gentle movement to explore and increase range of motion”. No previous dance experience or registration is required. Visit our calendar for full event details.

Making Myrtle Avenue Age-Friendly

Seniors at Community Dinner

How does one ensure that the input of older adults is included in important, Myrtle Avenue-specific initiatives and programs?  Ask them!  This isn’t a new concept, but certainly a very necessary one. With 5 neighborhood older adult focus groups completed, 5 more scheduled, and a commercial corridor of merchants primed to offer specials and perks to older adults, it’s exactly what the we’ve been doing as we look to designate Myrtle Avenue as one of the city’s next Aging Improvement Districts.

We want to hear from you – what do older adults need to lead productive lives in the communities where they live? Give us a call at 718-230-1689 or email info@myrtleavenue.org for more information.

About Age Friendly Myrtle Avenue

Age Friendly Myrtle Avenue aims to create safe, inviting, engaging places for older adults in the Fort Greene/Clinton Hill communities. The first phase of this work includes information gathering through community consultations with residents, businesses, and service providers. With this information, MARP, in partnership with a Community Advisory Board, will develop a set of strategies that will lead to new senior programming, services, and general awareness to their needs, designating Myrtle Avenue as an Aging Improvement District.

MARP is grateful for the support of the New York Academy of Medicine the New York Community Trust in our efforts to engage and serve our community of older adults.