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Neighborhood Tech Help

Need support with tech challenges? Neighborhood Tech Help offers free one-on-one tech support at locations near you. Digital Navigators are available to help with a wide range of issues including avoiding scams, recovering passwords, accessing low-cost internet, using communication tools, finding reliable health information, and navigating online services. Support may be available in multiple languages. Call the hotline (10 AM–5 PM, Mon/Wed/Fri, except holidays) or email for help, or bring your device to a participating location for in-person support.

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Senior Resource Guide

Download this comprehensive directory of resources for older adults, compiled by State Senator Zellnor Myrie’s Office. The guide includes information on advocacy and action groups, aging in place, caregiver support, community boards, consumer protection, continuing education, crime victim assistance, cultural and recreational opportunities, elder abuse prevention, emergency preparedness, employment and unemployment services, government benefits, health care, housing, legal resources, LGBTQ+ services, long-term care, pet care, police community councils, senior centers, transportation, veterans’ benefits, volunteer opportunities, and more.

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Virtual Office Hours: Central Brooklyn Literacy Academy

Is your child a struggling reader? Join LAC virtual office hours to meet the founders and new principal of Central Brooklyn Literacy Academy. The school’s mission is to break the cycle of illiteracy for students with dyslexia, language-based learning disabilities, and others who face reading challenges. Learn how their literacy-focused public school will support students in becoming stronger readers.

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NYC Parks Workforce Development: Earn and Learn

This program helps jobseekers build skills while working to keep New York City’s parks and playgrounds clean and green. Through the Parks Opportunity Program, participants take on a six-month maintenance role with NYC Parks, earning $18.54 per hour. The program also offers paid career coaching, resume development, and the chance to earn valuable credentials such as a high school equivalency diploma, driver’s license, CDL, security certifications, and horticulture training. A $101.25 background check fee applies to candidates not currently employed by the City. NYC Parks is an equal opportunity employer.

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Octavia Summer Institute

A free summer program for young women and trans and nonbinary youth ages 14–19. The Institute offers hands-on workshops in artmaking, creative writing, computer programming, scientific exploration, and more. Participants also go on field trips and receive daily lunch, snacks, and a MetroCard.

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Free Family and Youth Peer Support

The Family Youth and Peer Support (FYPS) Program is a free resource for Brooklyn youth and families facing social, emotional, developmental, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Operated by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, FYPS offers peer-led support to youth ages 8–24 and their caregivers, with no insurance required. Services focus on empowerment, connection to care, and overcoming barriers. Youth involved with mental health services, ACS, housing or immigration systems, juvenile justice, DOE, or OPWDD may qualify. Those facing physical, economic, or social challenges are also encouraged to connect.

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