pdf Retiree News & Views May/June 2024 (7.36 MB)


Retirees are on the move exploring the boroughs and the beauty of the outdoors. It was great to hear many stories from retirees talking about park history or remembering going to the park with their parents and families. For some it was the first time venturing to other parks of the boroughs. Retirees spent time taking and encouraging each other getting to meet new retirees and connecting with friends. Pictures below are retirees participating in the Local 237 Community Groups, Caregiver Workshop and our Walking Group.

The Retiree Division would love to know how you are spending your summer. Please share your pictures with us via email at retirees2@local237.org

Join us! See the full list of Events and Classes at: Local237.org/retirees

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Summer Days

As the weather is becoming warmer just a reminder of few things to keep in mind when enjoying the warm/hot summer days.

1. Stay hydrated, sometimes it’s easy to forget to drink enough water when you are enjoying a day out. Older adults are at a higher risk of dehydration due to reduce ability to conserve water, decrease in thirst and decrease in daily fluid intake.
To stay hydrated, make sure you monitor your water intake. For example, keep a log of how much water you drink daily, that will remind you to drink enough. Keep drinks accessible and incorporate fruit and vegetables in your diet.

2. Always use sunscreen as it one of the easiest ways to protect your skin from sun burn. Even on cloudy days use sunscreen. It’s easy to do it and it will help you avoid sunburns, skin cancer and premature again.

3. Protect your eyes. Wear sunglasses that block 100 percent the UV light and find a pair of sunglasses that fit well and wrap around the face, providing protection to the eyes and eyelids.

New York City opens cooling centers when the National Weather Service issues a heat advisory with a forecasted heat index of 95 degrees or higher for two or more days or 100 degrees for any period. Cooling centers are air-conditioned facilities that offer people relief from the heat. Cooling centers include libraries, community centers, senior centers and NYCHA facilities. To find the nearest calling center contact 311.