New York City Department for the Aging

Who We Are

If you are a New Yorker, 60 and over, important areas of your life could well be enhanced by options offered through the Department for the Aging. There are choices that help toward more independence and challenges for greater productivity. For example, you may be eligible for exemption from a rent increase; you may need a home-delivered meal or home care services; or you may seek employment that is rewarding. Or maybe you just need solid answers to some vital questions from a reliable source. The Department for the Aging contracts with more than 400 local agencies to provide a wide array of services throughout the five boroughs. Services are designed to reflect the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of New York City’s local neighborhoods. The Department is the place to turn for questions about benefits and services, assistance with government program applications, and for special services to help older New Yorkers and their caregivers.

Who We Serve

Area(s): Bronx County, Kings (Brooklyn) County, New York (Manhattan) County, Queens County, Richmond (Staten Island) County

Is this organization accessible by wheelchair?: YES

Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired?: YES

Eligibility Restrictions

For help, you must be: a senior (60 years or older)

Type of Help

This group provides the following types of services based on your legal needs and its resources:

• Brief Advice

How to Get Help

You can contact this organization by: