Senior Center

Welcome to the Senior Center

The Center provides an exciting social scene for mature adults of all ages and stages. Socialize with old friends, make new ones, and stay physically, intellectually, and socially active at the crossroads of our community.

TO SEE AND REGISTER FOR OUR DAY TRIPS, CLICK ON “EVENTS” IN THE MENU!

Our activity calendar is chock full of cultural and social events. Join discussion groups and sit in on educational seminars. Take off on day trips and enjoy cultural celebrations. Or jump into exercise, dance, and yoga classes. Our members also have access to the Center’s sparkling pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a dedicated older-adults lounge.

Transportation to and from the Center is available for seniors and people with disabilities.

Senior Adult Lounge is OPEN!

Monday–Thursday, 12:30 to 4 PM

Bring your cards, games, MahJong tiles, and friends. We look forward to seeing you there!
The Senior Adult Lounge is open to senior adult members.

Senior Membership

Join our Senior Center and gain access to so many different activities, events, and resources. Our Senior Membership includes:

•Access to the Senior Adult Lounge where you can socialize with old friends, make new ones, and play  cards, Mahjong, backgammon, or chess

15 Senior Exercise Classes each week

Discussion groups, film showings, and seminars on health related topics

Special member discounts for day trips and overnight excursions

Birthday parties and holiday celebrations

•Attend classes such as Light Cardio & Pilates, Chair Yoga, Gentle Floor Yoga, Drum Exercise, Israeli Dance, Zumba, Chair Exercises, Conditioning, Boot Camp, and Women’s Water Aerobics.

Watch for flyers with details and schedule.

MEMBERSHIP FEES

Annual Membership:
Individual: $24/month
Couple: $43/month

• You must be 65 years or older.

• Provide proof of age and a written doctor’s note stating your ability and/or restriction to exercise, swim, travel, and participate in Center activities.

To use the swimming pool, there is a one-time only Building Fund required:
Individual: $800
Couple: $1,600

Transportation

As available, the Center’s handicapped accessible mini-bus may pick up older adults to bring them to and from Center programs and their homes. Our route is between Foster Ave and Ave Z, and between McDonald Ave and Ocean Ave.

Please click below to fill out the bus application.

Application & Use of Bus Rules

For schedule information and to make a reservation on a first-come -frst-serve basis, please call in advance: 718-627-4300.

 

Ari Musoev

Bus Driver

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Senior Lounge

Our Senior Adult Lounge is located on the first floor and is a place where our Senior Adults can socialize, relax, and play games.

We have  card games, Mahjong, backgammon, and chess available for use.

Master Artisans

Our Master Artisans program is focused on being creative, getting hands-on, and learning something new.

We explore different creative outlets such as painting, drawing, baking and more. You do not need to have any previous knowledge or skills for these classes. Classes are structured in order to be engaging and fun for all experience levels.

For more information, contact Ashley Rosen: 718-954-3128

Community Service Programs: Social Groups

Our Community Services department offers special clubs for Seniors to socialize, spend time together, and create friendships. We are currently running the following social clubs:

Men’s Club
Brain Works
The Merry Women Widows Support Group
New Beginnings for Widows

Click here to visit the Community Services: Social Clubs page to learn more!

Event Cancellation Policy

Participants may cancel their registration without penalty up until seven (7) days prior to the event or trip. Cancellations received less than seven (7) days before an event or trip will incur a 50% cancellation fee. Cancellations received the day before, the day of, or after an event or trip will not be eligible for a refund or credit.

Contact

For more information, about our Senior Center, contact Ashley Rosen at 718-954-3128 or Aimee Mishaan at 718-954-3157.

Ashley Rosen

Director of Senior Center

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Aimee Mishaan

Director of Community Services

Before coming to the Senior Adult Department Aimee was the Director of Early Childhood Administration. “My passion for children is endless and to see them every day and watch them…

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Events

Beginner’s Hebrew Class

Mon, Dec 09, 2024

1:40pm - 2:45pm

Bingo & Blintzes

Mon, Dec 09, 2024

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Transit Museum & Lunch

Wed, Dec 11, 2024

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Trip: Shopping at Roosevelt Mall

Mon, Dec 16, 2024

9:00am - 5:00pm

Beginner’s Hebrew Class

Mon, Dec 16, 2024

1:40pm - 2:45pm

Regulating Blood Sugar Levels

Tue, Dec 17, 2024

1:00pm - 3:00pm

New Beginnings Hanukah Party!

Wed, Dec 18, 2024

6:00pm - 8:30pm

Men’s Club

Thu, Dec 19, 2024

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Senior Hanukah Celebration

Mon, Dec 23, 2024

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Bingo & Breakfast

Mon, Jan 06, 2025

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Movie Matinee: Syrian Jewish Community

Tue, Jan 07, 2025

2:00pm - 4:30pm

Trip: The Morgan Library Tour

Wed, Jan 08, 2025

10:50am - 3:30pm

Movie Matinee: Syrian Jewish Community

Tue, Jan 14, 2025

2:00pm - 4:30pm

Painting with Nicole

Wed, Jan 15, 2025

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ladies Night Out

Wed, Jan 15, 2025

6:00pm - 8:30pm

Men’s Club

Thu, Jan 16, 2025

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Movie Matinee: Syrian Jewish Community

Tue, Jan 21, 2025

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Trip: Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center

Wed, Jan 22, 2025

9:15am - 5:00pm

Origami Club

Tue, Jan 28, 2025

1:30pm - 3:00pm

Trip: MET Live in HD

Wed, Jan 29, 2025

12:00pm - 5:00pm

Age Less & Enjoy Life More with Fortune & Gladys

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

12:30pm - 2:00pm

Radio Bingo & Beads

Tue, Feb 04, 2025

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Trip: Empire City Casino

Wed, Feb 05, 2025

9:15am - 4:30pm

Crafts with Ashley: DIY Bangles

Tue, Feb 11, 2025

1:30pm - 3:30pm

New Beginnings Club for Widows

Wed, Feb 12, 2025

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Trip: Mystic Pizza at the Paper Mill Playhouse

Thu, Feb 13, 2025

11:45am - 5:45pm

Origami Club

Tue, Feb 18, 2025

1:30pm - 3:00pm

Men’s Club

Thu, Feb 20, 2025

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Trip: Brunch & Juilliard Orchestra

Wed, Feb 26, 2025

11:30am - 4:30pm

Staff

Ari Musoev

Bus Driver

Ashley Rosen

Director of Senior Center

Aimee Mishaan

Director of Community Services

MONDAY

8:50–9:50 AM: Chair Yoga with Michelle (Senior Adult Lounge)

10–10:55 AM: Light Cardio and Pilates with Mandi (Senior Adult Lounge)

11 AM–12 PM: Israeli Dance with Ora (Auditorium)

11:30 AM–12:15 PM: Women’s Aqua aerobics (Pool)

 

TUESDAY

8:20–9:10 AM: Zumba with Michelle (Senior Adult Lounge)

9:15–10:15 AM: Chair Movements with Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (Senior Adult Lounge)

10:30 AM–11:30 AM: Light Conditioning with Mike (Senior Adult Lounge)

 

WEDNESDAY

9–9:50 PM: Shakin it Old School with Levi (Senior Adult Lounge)

10–10:45 AM: Floor Yoga with Marissa (Senior Adult Lounge)

11 AM–12 PM: Boot Camp with Mike (Room 205)

12–12:45 PM: Women’s Aqua Aerobics (Pool)

 

THURSDAY

9–10 AM: Chair Movements with Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (Senior Adult Lounge)

10 AM–11 AM: Drum Exercise with Levi (Senior Adult Lounge)

11 AM–12 PM: Music and stretch with Levi (Senior Adult Lounge)

 

FRIDAY

9–10 AM: Light Cardio and Pilates with Mandi (Senior Adult Lounge)