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Elder Suicide - Know the Warning Signs

Quiet Acknowledgment is Powerful: Rethinking Suicide Prevention for Older Adults By Dr. Tyshawn J. Thompson, Clinical Psychologist, Montefiore-Einstein Psychiatry Associates  Bronx Voice  August 21, 2025 NEW YORK - Despite continued awareness and prevention efforts, suicide remains a leading cause of death in the U.S. Many conversations about suicide risk focus on youth and middle-aged populations, while older adults tend to go unnoticed - but they are an important group to consider.  Sadly, death by suicide is highest for men older than 75 years . Older adults can face many factors that increase their risk for suicidal thoughts and actions including: feelings of loneliness, social isolation, grief, family discord, new cognitive and physical deficits, financial strain, and institutionalization.  Recently, I had a conversation with a close family member who shared feelings of anxiety and a fear of losin...

Cops Play Santa for Kids in Need



BRONX - Santa wore a badge. Police officers from the 47th Precinct helped collect and handout toys during the annual giveaway. 


This year the 47th Precinct partnered with Crawford Memorial United Methodist Church and others to bring a huge toy giveaway into the community. In addition to the hundreds of toys given out, those in need could pick out a coat, receive tasty food and enjoy music at the biggest holiday party in the community.





Grenada Built to Win, MetroPlusHealth, NYPD Community Affairs Bureau, Reverend Noel Chin, and Council Member Kevin C. Riley hosted a toy giveaway on Saturday, December 17th from 11AM to 3PM at Crawford Memorial United Methodist Church, 3757 White Plains Road, Bronx, NY 10467. 






There was food, music with a DJ, clothes giveaway, face painter, popcorn, plenty of toys, dancing, and loads of fun.


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