Silver Connections' Lunch & Learn meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM. These meetings are open to LGBTQ+ community members ages 55+. The LOFT provides lunch and a featured community presenter to lead discussions about varying topics relevant to the community.
LOFT’s Silver Connections program is made possible by grants from the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, New York State Department of Health, New York State Office for Aging, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
JANUARY Lunch and Learn:
- Know Your Fair Housing Rights! -
Empower yourself with knowledge about fair housing laws and senior housing opportunities, tailored for seniors and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Date: Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: The LOFT Community Center, 252 Bryant Avenue, White Plains, NY
What’s on the Agenda:
Fair Housing Protections: Understand your rights under federal, state, and local laws and how they apply to various housing options, including senior living communities.
Aging In Place Program: Learn how to access grants of up to $10,000 for home repairs or modifications to help you stay in your home as you age.
Affordable Housing Opportunities: Discover housing options in Westchester, including units reserved for seniors and how to apply for them.
This informative session is presented by Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc., a leader in housing advocacy and support.
RSVP Today! Reserve your spot to learn how to protect your housing rights and explore the best options for your future.
For more information, contact Alicia Wilczewski at [email protected]
MARCH Lunch and Learn:
- 10 Signs of Alzheimer's -
Learn to recognize the signs of Alzheimer’s and other dementias, approach memory concerns, understand the benefits of early detection, and explore diagnostic processes and resources.
Date: Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: The LOFT Community Center, 252 Bryant Avenue, White Plains, NY
What’s on the Agenda:
- Learn how to recognize common signs of the disease
- How to approach someone about memory concerns
- The importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis
- Possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process
- Alzheimer's Association resources
This informative session is presented by the Alzheimer's Association: Hudson Valley Chapter and is supported in part by a grant from the New York State Department of Health.
RSVP Today! Reserve your spot to learn how to protect your housing rights and explore the best options for your future.
For more information, contact Alicia Wilczewski at [email protected]
Contributions to these services are voluntary. Any contribution you wish to make will be used to
expand the program and will be greatly appreciated. Please specify by writing “Silver
Connections contribution” on your contribution envelope or under Additional Information if
contributing on-line. Contribution envelopes are available in The LOFT offices.
The LOFT's Silver Connections program is made possible by grants from the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, New York State Department of Health, New York State Office for Aging, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.