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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...

Military Families in Need Receive Toys at Bronx Zoo

Photos by Julie Larsen Maher © Bronx Zoo



BRONX - Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson and officials from the Bronx Zoo were joined by Santa and Mrs. Claus at the zoo to distribute toys to local Bronx military families in need this holiday season.


Spanning two BP administrations and now in its 14th year, this event has become a tradition in the Bronx. The partnership between the Bronx Zoo and the BP Gibson is continuing to serve members of the community who have served their country but find it difficult to make ends meet during the holidays.



As a holiday treat for those in attendance at the Borough President’s toy giveaway event, Santa and Mrs. Claus was also on hand for photo opportunities and to help give away the toys.





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