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Easy Tips for Better Nutrition Eating well helps you stay strong, manage weight, and feel better every day . 🥗 Simple Healthy Habits Eat more fruits and vegetables Choose grilled or baked foods instead of fried Drink plenty of water 🛒 Where to Find Healthy Food Local farmers markets in Brooklyn Grocery stores with fresh produce Senior nutrition programs 🍽️ Easy Meal Ideas Baked chicken with vegetables Brown rice or quinoa instead of white rice Soup with beans and vegetables 💡 Helpful Tip Cook extra and save meals for later Use an air fryer for healthier cooking 🌉 Final Message: You Are Not Alone Brooklyn has many free programs, classes, and support services  to help you stay: Active Healthy Connected If you need help, reach out to local centers or libraries.There is always someone ready to support you.

Learn to Use Phones, Computers, and the Internet Technology can help you stay connected, access healthcare, and find resources . 📱 What You Can Learn How to use your smartphone How to send emails or text messages How to attend doctor visits online (telehealth) 📍 Where to Get Free Help Brooklyn Public Library NYC Department for the Aging centers Local community centers and churches 👩‍🏫 What to Expect Friendly instructors Step-by-step lessons Help at your own pace ✔️ Tips for Success Bring your device (phone or tablet) Write down steps Don’t be afraid to ask questions

Memory, Learning, and Staying Connected Your brain needs exercise just like your body. 🧩 Simple Brain Activities Read books or newspapers Try puzzles, word searches, or games Learn something new like using a smartphone 📚 Free Learning in Brooklyn Brooklyn Public Library offers: Free classes Computer help Book clubs 👥 Stay Social Talk with friends and family Join local events or groups Attend community programs ❤️ Why It Matters Helps memory Reduces loneliness Keeps your mind active and strong

BRIDGE to Community connects older adults, caregivers, and families in Brooklyn to trusted health, wellness, social support, and community resources for healthy aging. Empowering Older Adults in Brooklyn and Beyond. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Please tell us how easy our website is to read, understand, and use. This short feedback quiz helps us improve our website for older adults in Brooklyn. Thank you for sharing your experience. Start Now We believe in the power of community to create positive change and empower older adults to thrive. BRIDGE To Community Our Programs 4Ms BRIDGE Weekly talks We provided weekly talks via Zoom to our participating senior centers located throughout Brooklyn. TALKS WILL RESUME IN THE FALL 2026 Read More 4M Champions The 4Ms Champions Program educate seniors at 26 centers to promote dementia-friendly care through peer-led support. Read More Healthy Aging Videos To build resilience, adopt preventive behaviors, reduce risks, and stay socially engaged. Read More Intergenerational Learning Collaborative Is a structured and mentored community-based learning initiative designed to counteract ageist views among medical students. Read More This Month's Events CLICK FOR FULL CALENDAR Project Heal Talks on Zoom Every Friday TALKS WILL RESUME IN THE FALL 2026 Multiple Dates Project Heal for Fort Greene Council - Friday's 10-11 AM Jun 05, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EDT https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9685486212?pwd=b Join using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9685486212?pwd=bXpnM2VVODRzdHVnWXZhYVlrUXNFdz09 GET E-MAIL REMINDERS OUR RESOURCES Brooklyn OLDER ADULT Centers Food and Nutrition Housing Legal Issues & aging Advocates Arts and Culture WORLDWIDE Education and Technology Functional mobility & Exercise Medication & the Pharmacy Mental Health and Substance Use Insurance & Benefits Cognitive Stimulation & Brain Games Caregivers THE HEALTHY AGING BLOG BRIDGE'S YouTube Channel VISIT OUR VIDEO CHANNEL

Upcoming Events May 2026 Today Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 10:00 AM Project Heal for Fort Greene Council - Friday's 10-11 AM 6 7

Learn about the BRIDGE Team and the people helping Brooklyn older adults, caregivers, and providers access trusted aging, health, and support resources. Meet the Team Program Director: Michael Reinhardt, MD Co-Director of Geriatric Medicine Education: Everton Prospere, MD Co-Director of Long-Term Care Education and Apprenticeship Programs: Shirley Girouard, PhD, RN, Cultural Humility and Community Engagement Tonya N. Taylor, PhD, MS Co-Director of Public Health Education and Research: Elizabeth Helzner, PhD Co-Director of Health Professions Education: Karlene Lawrence, MD Geriatric Medicine: Clivia Torres, LCSW Co-Director of Health Professions Education: Nancy Kline, PhD, OT Lead Program Evaluator: Marie-Claire Roberts, PhD, MS, MPA, RN Geriatric Medicine: Faculty Nina Nguyen, MD Program Administrator: Nathalie Mendez, MA Programming, Research, and Evaluation Coordinator: Kristen Cheung, MPH Ocupational Theraphy: Richard Sabel, MA, MPH, OTR, GCFP Fellow, Geriatric Psychiatry Dr. Dipaloke Banik, MD Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice: Janna Roitman, PharmD, MS, MPA