Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens

A huge shoutout to the amazing TD team for volunteering today at the Catholic Charities Msgr. Pfeiffer Resource Center in ! 🤝 💚

collected over 50 bags of gently used clothing 👕 🧥, and our volunteers worked hard sorting everything by size and season to help streamline distribution for individuals and families in need.

Your time, energy, and kindness truly make a difference in our community 🌟 Thank you to everyone who contributed and supported this effort! 💙

For Volunteer Opportunities, please visit https://www.ccbq.org/volunteer/.

Thank you to NYC Aging Commissioner Dr. Lisa Scott-McKenzie for recently visiting the Catholic Charities Lodge Older Adult Center in alongside Councilwoman Susan Zhuang, Chair of the NYC Council Aging Committee. 💙

Our guests greeted our older adults and took photos with participants. 🌟 We appreciate NYC Aging’s continued support and commitment to older adults across our communities. 💪 ✨

NYC Department for the Aging

Commissioner Lisa Scott-McKenzie

Susan Zhuang

Happy 🌿

Have you taken a gentle pause to look inward and reset for the week ahead? Here are some tips and tricks!

• Explore journaling prompts to process your thoughts and emotions
• Practice gratitude by noting a few things you appreciate today
• Repeat affirmations that support self-compassion and growth

Take a moment to reflect, you don’t have to have it all figured out.

The Catholic Charities Sheepshead-Nostrand NORC Program is hosting a FREE Community Information Fair connecting older adults, caregivers, and families with valuable local resources and services in ! 💙

📍 Brooklyn Public Library - Kings Bay Branch
📅 Friday, May 29, 2026
🕥 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM

🌟 Featuring:
✨ Older adult services
✨ Community resources
✨ Fun giveaways and raffles
✨ Health and wellness support
✨ Resources for families and caregivers

Hosted by Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens Sheepshead–Nostrand NORC Program in partnership with Brooklyn Public Library, NYC Department for the Aging, and New York City Council.

🌟💫 Happy ! Ready to get in a flow state? You can find recordings of binaural stimulation (or "binaural beats") online. Choose a frequency that meets your needs and let your brain calibrate. 🤩

Ready to lock in and study for exams? Try beta waves! 👍

Trying to get some sleep? Let theta waves carry you off into dream land. 💤

Want a rejuvenating meditation? Take some deep breaths to an alpha wave frequency. 💥

Please consult your doctor if you have any psychological complications or concerns. ‼️

Happy Tuesday 💚 During , remember to take a moment to care for yourself today:

• Take a short walk and unplug for a few minutes
• Check in with someone you care about
• Practice one healthy boundary this week
• Spend some time outside in the sunshine
• Pause and appreciate one thing you’re grateful for

Small steps still matter. Be kind to yourself and others.

Check out the Catholic Charities Peter J. DellaMonica Older Adult Center’s Garden Bed Beautification & Art Activity! 🌿 🎨 ✨

Participants enjoyed a creative afternoon of gardening, painting, and stained-glass–inspired art. Members helped beautify the outdoor garden beds by painting flowers, roses, and decorative designs directly onto the wooden panels. 🌸🌹

The activity brightened the courtyard while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and community pride. Participants also created stained-glass–style artwork featuring butterflies and floral themes. 🦋🌷

The session promoted relaxation, socialization, and creative expression while enhancing the garden space for all to enjoy! 💚

🎭 ✨ Members from the Catholic Charities Seaside Older Adult Center in , hosted their Talent Timeless Competition, celebrating creativity and community at every age! 🎶 ❤️