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WORLD-CLASS NEUROLOGICAL CARE. RIGHT HERE ON LONG ISLAND. Specialized Programs Comprehensive Stroke Center care Brain aneurysm monitoring and treatment Outpatient cerebrovascular disease management Stroke recovery and rehabilitation coordination Community stroke education and support programs
You don't have to travel far for advanced stroke and brain aneurysm treatment. The Stroke & Brain Aneurysm Center of Long Island offers comprehensive neurological care led by highly trained specialists dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes and personalized care.
Hope Starts With the Right Team 631-983-7072 strokecarelongisland.com
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PSEG Long Island PSEG Long Island provides safe, reliable and affordable electric service while helping customers save energy and money. Through innovative programs and strong involvement in our communities, we are the #1 overhead electric service provider in New York State in both reliability and customer satisfaction, and #1 in the East Large category of electric utilities in the 2025 J.D. Power Business Customer Satisfaction Study. Coming to a senior center, library or group meeting near you – PSEG Long Island’s Senior Connections. Launched in March 2025, our free Senior Connections program provides live presentations by subject-matter experts on issues that are important to you: storm
preparation, scam prevention, electric safety, energy efficiency and financial assistance to help keep seniors safe and in-the-know. To bring the program to the places where seniors spend time, PSEG Long Island partners with community-based organizations, libraries, schools, 55+ developments and other groups where seniors attend activities and events. We at PSEG Long Island value seniors as vibrant and vital members of our community and we recognize that this population can also be among the most vulnerable. That’s why we work with not-for-profit organizations throughout the year to provide fresh produce and volunteers at events. Senior Connections is
another way PSEG Long Island enhances its commitment to our customers. “PSEG Long Island knows how important delivering reliable and affordable energy is to our customers — especially our seniors who depend on our service,” said Scott Jennings, president and COO of PSEG Long Island. “We are driven to be a strong, positive presence in the communities we serve, and are proud to offer these presentations, resources and assistance programs so that our neighbors can continue to thrive here in their golden years.” Senior Connections has educated hundreds of seniors at dozens of sites from the Hamptons to the Rockaways. Senior Connections seminars can accommodate
small or large groups, in person or via interactive virtual video meetings, and we can bring one to your community! Visit psegliny. com/seniorconnections for more information. As Gandhi once said, "The measure of a society is how well it treats its elderly." PSEG Long Island is proud to do its part. Senior Connections is one way PSEG Long Island stays active in local communities. In addition, throughout the year PSEG Long Island employees volunteer hundreds of service hours to important causes like food insecurity, veteran assistance, health-related causes and environmental-related organizations.
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Advanced Emergency Stroke & Brain Aneurysm Care You Can Trust The Stroke and Brain Aneurysm Center of Long Island delivers advanced, life-saving neurological care with a focus on innovation, precision, and compassion. Led by an experienced multidisciplinary team, the center provides comprehensive stroke treatment, brain aneurysm care, neurointerventional procedures, and critical care services for patients across Long Island.
When Every Second Counts, Expertise Matters Call us at 631-983-7072
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Shielding Seniors Event Protect Yourself from Scams and Identity Theft
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Registration: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Parker Jewish Institute 271-11 76th Avenue, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 Refreshments will be served For more information: info@parkerinstitute.org parkerinstitute.org/events
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Turn a lifetime of experience into the experience of a lifetime. Become an AARP Long Island volunteer and make a difference in your community by supporting causes that matter to you, participating in local in-person and virtual events, reaching out to community members, and advocating for change.
Giving back. Making friends. Changing lives. Volunteer opportunities are open to people of all ages. Find your place at aarp.org/volunteerwithAARPNY
Get social with us: /AARPNY @AARPNY
SILVER SPONSORS
Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, located in New Hyde Park, NY, offers comprehensive services for older adults, including short-term rehabilitation, long- term care, hospice, medical house calls, home health care, and adult day health care. Renowned for its compassionate, high-quality care and state-of-the-art facilities.
AARP of Long Island AARP of Long Island is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older. It focuses on issues related to health security, financial stability, and personal fulfillment for its members and the broader 50-plus population. AARP works through advocacy, service, and information to improve the quality of life for older adults and society as a whole.
I love Hearing Hearing loss is linked to an increased risk of dementia, impacting memory, and cognitive health. We're raising community awareness through educational workshops, free hearing screenings, and outreach programs. By promoting early detection and support, we aim to improve quality of life and reduce dementia risks associated with untreated hearing loss.
Long Beach Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing and rehabilitation center offering a range of services including 24-hour nursing care, rehabilitation, long-term care, and assisted living. They are part of Cassena Care, an organization focused on “renew, restore, and rehabilitate” to enhance patient well-being. The center aims to help patients regain independence and return to enjoyable activities.
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The Confidence of Choosing Right, The Art of Living Well
When people come through our doors, something shifts. Moments of uncertainty transform into a vision of what life can be — warm, unhurried, and entirely their own. For over 25 years, The Bristal has offered families clarity, comfort, and an experience better than they imagined.
Come see what’s possible. Schedule your visit today. The Bristal at North Woodmere 516.246.6955
Licensed by the State Department of Health. Eligible for Most Long Term Care Policies. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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MEET OUR SPEAKERS
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Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Jamie Rossi
New York State Board Certified Hearing Aid Dispenser
Parker Jewish Institute Health Care and Rehabilitation
I Love Hearing Topic: Programs & Services
Topic: TBD
Topic: Hearing Loss, Dementia and Cognitive Decline
Topic: Programs & Services
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 | 10AM - 12:30PM TO REGISTER CALL (516) 569 4000 X273 OR VISIT MERRICK.EVENTBRITE.COM
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*SEE WHO WILL BE EXHIBITING AT THE AARP Long Island
Maurer Foundation
Parker Jewish Institute
Aetna
Meltzer Lippe
Health Care and Rehabilitation
Amber Court Communities
Nassau County Office
PSEG of Long Island
ClearCaptions
of the Aging
Rehoboth Elderly Care and
D&D CBD
Natural Remedies
Companionship
Edward Jones
New Horizon Counseling
Restorix Health
GYMGUYZ
Centers
Silver Lining Homecare Agency
I Love Hearing
New York Cancer
The Grand Pavilion
& Blood Specialists
The Stroke & Brain Aneurysm
New York Life
Center of Long Island
NYSARC
Vitreoretinal Consultants
Invest in You Mental Health Counseling Jerusalem Memorial Chapels Long Beach Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Oasis Senior Advisors
*List still in formation
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Designed for the Comfort and Convenience of Dialysis Patients Queens-Long Island Renal Institute, QLIRI, empowers you with kidney care options that keep you in charge: Custom scheduling to fit your life, work, and family needs A dedicated ambulette partner to help eliminate delays and stress Home dialysis options flexibility and privacy
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JOIN US IN ROCKVILLE CENTRE... IT‘S FREE!
09.18.26
10AM - 12:30PM
HEALTH SCREENINGS
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Your Time. Your Health. Your Independence.
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With age comes wisdom.
And free classes.
Across Long Island and The Rockaways, older adults are coming together to learn, connect, and share. PSEG Long Island’s Senior Connections Program brings trusted experts into local spaces to talk about what matters most to active agers—energy efficiency, storm preparedness, scam awareness, even financial assistance. And the best part? Every session is free. Discover the topics and locations for our 2026 program today. psegliny.com/seniorconnections
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