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Water Pressure Regulator Activation in Propect Park South Area

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For your information, DEP’s BWSO Distribution Engineering will activate a water pressure regulator at Caton Avenue and Marlborough Road in Brooklyn on Thursday, August 1, 2024, following a completed overhaul. There may be some discolored water in the Prospect Park South area due to this operation. Precautions will be taken, including flushing hydrants, to minimize […]

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Cool It! Outdoor Hot Weather Resources Map

Visit the Parks Department review their guide to help you find places to stay cool! In their new Cool It! NYC map, you can find places all across the city to hydrate, refresh, and stay in the shade. These include locations with water features (spray showers, drinking fountains, outdoor pools), streets and location with shade trees and areas of greater heat vulnerability. On the same page, Parks offers a downloadable spreadsheet with the full list of NYC Parks spray shower, misting station, and drinking fountain locations

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NYC Cool Options

When it’s very hot, air conditioning will help keep you safe. If you don’t have air conditioning, find a cool place to visit nearby, like a friend’s place, a mall, museum, coffee shop, library, or an NYC cooling center. When it’s not scorching out but it’s still hot, you can also cool off at parks, areas with shade, sprinklers, or pools. Cooling center locations can also be found by calling 311 (VRS: 212-639-9675 or TTY: 212-504-4115).

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DACA Recipients are now eligible for the free Essential Plan

Starting on August 1, 2024, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients will now qualify for free health insurance, based on income qualifications. The Essential Plan has $0 monthly premiums, no deductible, and very low cost-sharing. It covers comprehensive benefits including office visits, hospital care, screenings, prescription medicine, among others. For more information about the Essential Plan visit info.nystateofhealth.ny.gov/EssentialPlan. Help is available in many languages. Click on the image on the left to download a fact sheet.

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VA Claims Unit

Accredited DVS staff members are processing Veterans Affairs (VA) claims for NYC Veterans and their families in all five boroughs. To bridge gaps in the system, the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services has partnered with the New York State Division of Veterans’ Services to process claims and broaden their current outreach approach while strengthening bonds with the Veteran community. Meet with a DVS Veteran Benefits Coordinator to help you prepare and package a VA claim that is substantial, valid, and clearly identifies all pertinent information.

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Post-9/11 Memorial Open Call for Artists

The City of New York seeks artists interested in creating a public monument that honors the lives and legacy of the Service Members who died in action during the Global War on Terror. The memorial will also serve as a permanent declaration of “Thank you” and “Welcome Home” to our Post 9/11 Veteran community. Interested individuals can view the guidelines and apply ahead of the August 30, 2024, deadline by visiting the website.

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Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program

The Market Nutrition Program provides eligible older New Yorkers coupon booklets, worth $25, which can be redeemed at participating farmers’ markets, farm stands, and mobile markets to buy locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs. The program aims to promote improved nutrition through increased consumption of locally grown fresh produce, and improve sales at participating vendors. For more information, eligibility and booklet distribution sites please visit the website or call Aging Connect. Coupons are distributed first-come, first served and valid until November 30, 2024, so get yours now!

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NYC Aging Citywide Survey to Assess the Needs of Older New Yorkers

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NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging) launched a citywide Service Needs Assessment survey. The results will support NYC Aging and the members of the Cabinet for Older New Yorkers understand the current needs of older residents, see where gaps of service exist, and better advocate for their needs. This survey will help the city

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