The Y’s Center for Adults Aging in Place (CAAP) is composed of multiple programs that provide a wide range of services to older adults in our community. CAAP is dedicated to empowering older adults to age in place with dignity, independence, and a strong sense of community. By offering inclusive programs, social services, and wellness activities, CAAP fosters connections for older adults living in the Washington Heights, Inwood, Kingsbridge, Marble Hill, and Riverdale neighborhoods. 

 

The Center for Adults Aging in Place offers the following programs:

• The Hudson Community Project – Safe-at-Home: 

  • Safe-at-Home promotes independent living through home visits, supportive counseling, grocery assistance, transportation, light housekeeping, and medical escorts. For more information, please contact Gail Cohen at gcohen@ywhi.org or 212-569-6200 ext 233.

• The Aging in Place Outreach Network (APON): 

  • APON is a network of community members, organizations, and faith-based institutions trained by the Y to recognize signs that their older neighbors need assistance at home. Once a referral is made, the Y will follow up with the client to provide supportive services. For more information, please contact Julia Simon at jsimon@ywhi.org or 212-569-6200 ext 268.

• The NORC Outreach Program: 

  • The NORC Outreach Program connects older adults in Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs) to social services, organizes presentations on topics of interest, and offers assistance with navigating their benefits and entitlements. For more information, please contact Mira Myteberi at mmyteberi@ywhi.org or 212-569-6200 ext 276.

• Holocaust Survivors and Victims of Trauma Program: 

  • The Holocaust Survivors and Victims of Trauma Program serves Russian-speaking survivors with case management, social programs, and emotional support. For more information, please contact Audrey David at adavid@ywhi.org or 212-569-6200 ext 234.

• Benefits Support for Older Adults: 

  • Our Benefits Support Program offers assistance navigating a variety of government programs including Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE), and Fair Hearings. Services are available in English, Spanish, and Russian. For more information, please contact Julia Ramm at jramm@ywhi.org or 212-569-6200 ext 234.