One of the goals of the Department for the Aging is to encourage seniors to follow a healthier lifestyle. The Health Promotion Unit provides a vast array of services to educate and promote good health practices.

Senior volunteers are trained to lead health promotion activities at senior centers and other sites throughout New York City.  These programs include exercise classes, discussion groups, blood pressure monitoring and walking clubs. The Health Promotion staff provides on-site training and all necessary equipment to implement and maintain these activities.

Other services include free lectures on a variety of health education issues that concern all senior groups. These topics include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, falls prevention, medication management, insomnia and memory.

In the fall, the Department hosts a Senior Stroll where older adults are invited to participate in fun-filled day celebrating the benefits of walking for good health.