NY: In the Hospital: The Rights of Patients and Their Families (ZOOM) 11:00 am
– April 29, 2026
Join us for an informative presentation titled "In the Hospital: The Rights of Patients and Their Families." This session will help you understand patient rights, including informed consent, privacy protections, and the role families and caregivers play in medical decision-making. Learn how to advocate effectively, ask the right questions, and ensure that care is safe, respectful, and aligned with the patient’s wishes.
Date: April 29, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Zoom LINK
Empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate hospital stays with confidence. All are welcome to attend.
WNY: Managing Affairs After a Loved One's Death Presentation at Lackawanna Public Library 6:00 pm
– April 29, 2026
Date: April 29th, 2026 6:00pm--7:00 pm Location: Lackawanna Public Library, 560 Ridge Road, Lackawanna NY 14218
Please join Statewide Senior Action Council and Outreach Coordinator Aaron Snyder for a presentation discussing all of the in's and outs of how to navigate the complicated process of managing and settling the affairs of a loved one after they have passed, hosted by the Lackawanna Public Library. This presentation is free and open to the public. To RSVP, please call the library directly at 716-823-0630.
NY: Managing Affairs After a Loved One’s Death (ZOOM) 2:00 pm
– May 7, 2026
Join us for a supportive and informative presentation on Managing Affairs After a Loved One’s Death. This session will guide participants through important next steps, including handling medical bills, understanding insurance and Medicare notifications, protecting against fraud, and organizing essential documents. Gain practical tips and resources to help ease the burden during a difficult time.
Date: May 12th, 2026 3:00pm--4:00pm Location: Leroy R. Coles, Jr. Branch Library, 1187 E Delavan Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215, USA
Please join Outreach Counselor Aaron Snyder for a presentation on Navigating Medical Debt. The presentation will discuss financial resources available during the medical billing process, how to advocate for yourself or your loved one, your financial rights as a patient, and federal and state programs designed to ease the burden of medical debt. This presentation is free and open to the public. Walk-ins are welcome, but if you'd like to RSVP please contact the library directly at 716-896-4433. See you then!
Senior Medicare Patrol Monthly Meeting The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Meeting takes place on the third Friday of every month at 11:00 a.m. virtually. This event is exclusivelyfor SMP volunteers and offers an opportunity to refresh your knowledge, learn new information, and discuss fraud trends affecting your community and New York State.
This Friday, Consumer Education Community Liaison Kim Maercklein will lead a discussion on Common Fraud targeting older adults in NY State.
BWICA: Brooklyn wide Interagency Council on Aging 10:00 am
– May 27, 2026
STARTING JAN 2026, NEW MEETING LOCATION:
Brooklyn Public Library – Central Branch
10 Grand Army Plaza
Brooklyn, NY 11238
The Eastern Parkway entrance to the library’s lower level, where the Dweck Center is located, will be unlocked and is currently the best point of entry—especially for visitors with mobility needs.
Senior Medicare Patrol Monthly Meeting The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Meeting takes place on the third Friday of every month at 11:00 a.m. virtually. This event is exclusivelyfor SMP volunteers and offers an opportunity to refresh your knowledge, learn new information, and discuss fraud trends affecting your community and New York State.
This Friday, Consumer Education Community Liaison Kim Maercklein will lead a discussion on Common Fraud targeting older adults in NY State.
Patient Advocates Program Teach in - June 2026 10:00 am
– June 23, 2026
DATE: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 TIME: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
TOPIC: How to Appeal a Hospital or Nursing Home Discharge or Complaint about the Quality of Care from a Health Care Provider
SPEAKERS: James Mellott, Director and Jackie Buttaccio, Senior Director, QIO Communications, Commence Health (a Medicare Beneficiary and Family Centered Care Quality Improvement Organization)
TO REGISTER for the ZOOM Webinar event: Scan the QR code, click HERE, or visit our website at www.nysenior.org
To connect via phone: 646-558-8656, Webinar ID: 890 9394 2244#
BWICA: Brooklyn wide Interagency Council on Aging 10:00 am
– June 24, 2026
STARTING JAN 2026, NEW MEETING LOCATION:
Brooklyn Public Library – Central Branch
10 Grand Army Plaza
Brooklyn, NY 11238
The Eastern Parkway entrance to the library’s lower level, where the Dweck Center is located, will be unlocked and is currently the best point of entry—especially for visitors with mobility needs.
Senior Medicare Patrol Monthly Meeting The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Meeting takes place on the third Friday of every month at 11:00 a.m. virtually. This event is exclusivelyfor SMP volunteers and offers an opportunity to refresh your knowledge, learn new information, and discuss fraud trends affecting your community and New York State.
This Friday, Consumer Education Community Liaison Kim Maercklein will lead a discussion on Common Fraud targeting older adults in NY State.
BWICA: Brooklyn wide Interagency Council on Aging 10:00 am
– July 22, 2026
STARTING JAN 2026, NEW MEETING LOCATION:
Brooklyn Public Library – Central Branch
10 Grand Army Plaza
Brooklyn, NY 11238
The Eastern Parkway entrance to the library’s lower level, where the Dweck Center is located, will be unlocked and is currently the best point of entry—especially for visitors with mobility needs.
Next Meeting: Aug 15th, 2025 @ 10:45 AM
Meeting ID: 864 6893 5332
Dial-in: +1 646 558 8656