RSS is closed for Thanksgiving on
Thursday, Nov 26 & Friday, Nov 27
For many of us, this holiday season will be much different than what we usually experience. But, we will be here for each other, try to make the best of it all, and find joy where were can.
Newsletter Published November 21, 2020
Amazon Smile - If you shop at Amazon over the holiday season, think about designating RSS as a nonprofit you support. This program lets customers shop on Amazon and then donates 0.5 percent of eligible purchases to their charity of choice. Click here to learn how to participate in the Amazon Smile program.
Make Sure Your Voice Will Be Heard by Those Running the City! As we know we already have a multitude of people running for mayor. LiveOn NY is hosting a Listening Session for Older Adults on December 3rd to hear what older New Yorkers are looking for from our next Mayor and City Council representatives. LiveOn NY is an advocacy organization for older adults (and senior centers) in NY. To register - click here.
5 Tickets Available - The Theatre Development Fund has given us 5 free tickets to a live (online) production of a new play called Who I Am at the Wooly Mammoth Theatre in Washington, DC on Wednesday, December 9 at 4. Tickets available on a first-come/first-served basis. Click here to learn more about the play. If you want a ticket email info@rssny.org. Please only order if you know you can go.
Wednesday, December 9 The Tenement Museum-A Private Virtual Tour for RSS. There are currently no spaces left. If you are still interested we will put you on the waiting list. Email info@rssny.org
Wednesday, December 16 The History of Beer: NY Historical Society Screening. NOTE: This event will not be led by a curator but there will be a general discussion after.
Writing with Susan - There are 3 open slots for this class. If you are interested in joining register here.
Groups
RSS has a number of groups including:
Savvy Solos Led by Selina Ng. Caregivers for Spouses and a Grief Support Group for Spouses. If you'd like more information on these two groups contact info@rssny.org Support Group for Caregivers that are Caring for A Parent or Grandparent with Dementia. The group is online. Email Peter at pswanson@rssny.org to learn more.
This important RSS program is still open and continues to serve our clients and caregivers through very robust online and phone programs. Read this article with Director Peter Swanson on changes to the program since Covid-19. If you know of someone who could use this support contact Peter Swanson at pswanson@rssny.org.
