Seniors Department

Services Offered:

  • Medical Transportation
  • Food and Mall Shopping
  • Recreation Trips
  • Tai-Chi and Chair Exercise
  • Seasonal Saturday Luncheon

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for La Placita de Doña Luz Minimarket.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in conjunction with the North New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, invite you to a ribbon cutting ceremony for La Placita de Doña Luz Minimarket.

• Thursday, February 20th @ 4PM

• 6023 Park Ave, WNY

For more information contact Derek Hernandez at 551-327-6990 or Carol Rauscher at 201-567-2381

Join HESAA, Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners, and Assemblyman Gabriel Rodriguez for a FAFSA Completion Event!

FEBRUARY 17, 2025 Time: 6-8PM
515 54th St West New York, NJ


HESAA staff will be on hand to guide students and families through the application process and answer any questions. Don’t miss this opportunity for expert assistance!

Registration is required:

https://forms.gle/eEfn3zV3YiLpBiit6

This event is sponsored by the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA)

Join HESAA, Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners, and Assemblyman Gabriel Rodriguez for a FAFSA Information & Completion Event!

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 Time: 6-8PM
515 54th St West New York, NJ

HESAA staff will be on hand to guide students and families through the application process and answer any questions. Don’t miss this opportunity for expert assistance!

Registration is required:

https://forms.gle/eEfn3zV3YiLpBiit6

This event is sponsored by the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA)

Senior Events – February 2025

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Seniors Department present our monthly Senior activity calendar for February.

Please contact us with any questions at our Senior’s department 201-295-5144 or visit link below.

Https://www.westnewyorknj.org/Departments/senior-citizens

Any questions please call the SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER 201-295-5144.  MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION please call 201-295-4540.  

* The calendar subject to change

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, January 28th from 11AM-12PM at – Miller Stadium – Jackson Street between 59th  and 57th Streets

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Brand New Pickleball Program!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners are thrilled to expand on our adult programs with our Brand New Pickleball Registration!

Please register ASAP at WNYrec.Recdesk.com/Community/Home

Call 201-295–5120 for all recreation information. Mon-Fri, 9AM-5PM.

NJMVC Mobile Unit Available in West New York

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners want to let you know that we have a NJMVC Mobile unit available for an entire week!

Location:

·      In Front of Town Hall (428 60th Street)

Date:

·      Monday, January 13th – Friday, January 17th

Time:

·      9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Appointments Only

Please visit https://bit.ly/idrequirementswny for a list of acceptable requirements, in English and Spanish

West New York Food Drive

Thursday, January 9th from 11AM-12PM at – DPW – 63rd Street between Broadway and Dewey

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Senior Events – January 2025

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Seniors Department present our monthly Senior activity calendar for January.

Please contact us with any questions at our Senior’s department 201-295-5144 or visit link below.

Https://www.westnewyorknj.org/Departments/senior-citizens

Any questions please call the SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER 201-295-5144.  MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION please call 201-295-4540.  

* The calendar subject to change

WEST NEW YORK WARMING CENTERS

The office of Mayor Albio Sires has designated multiple locations as warming centers:

-430 62nd St

-6100 Adams St

-5800 Jefferson Street 

All warming centers will be open from 9:00AM to 12:00AM.  

If you lose heat call WNY heat emergency hotline 201-295-5000

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to see a very special guest come to town… Santa Claus!

Sunday, December 22nd, 2024 @ 6:30PM

Santa will start his route on 60th Street, Town Hall, and go through the main streets and avenues of WNY.

West New York Food Drive (DATE & LOCATION CHANGED)

Tuesday, December 17th  from 11AM-12PM at – Miller Stadium – Jackson between 59th and 57th Streets

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Senior Events – December 2024

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Seniors Department present our monthly Senior activity calendar for December.

Please contact us with any questions at our Senior’s department 201-295-5144 or visit link below.

Https://www.westnewyorknj.org/Departments/senior-citizens

Any questions please call the SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER 201-295-5144.  MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION please call 201-295-4540.  

* The calendar subject to change

Winterizing Your Garden Bed Workshop

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to our Winterizing Your Garden Bed Workshop. 

Where: Miller Park’s Community Garden 

When: November 23rd @ 11AM 

Children’s Coat Drive

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to open your hearts and warm up a child in need with our Children’s Coat Drive.

Please bring a new child’s coat of any size to WNY Townhall, Recreation Office, Room 7 Monday through Friday 9AM-5PM.

Holiday Toy Drive

The office of the Mayor invite you to help bring a smile to a child’s face and donate a toy during our Holiday Toy Drive.

Please drop off your toy, in it’s original package, to WNY Town Hall (428 60th Street), Room 7, Monday to Friday 9AM-5PM.

Register for all rec programs @ wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit our office at 428 60th St room 7, Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Veterans Day Celebration

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to celebrate Veterans Day.

·         Monday, November 11th, 2024 @ 9:30AM 

·         Veterans Park (54th St & Blvd East) 

#WeAreWNY #SomosWNY #WNY #WNYNJ #VeteransDay #Veterans #USMlitary #Fall2024 #Community

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, November 12th from 11AM-12PM at – DPW – 63rd Street between Broadway and Dewey

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Senior Events – November 2024

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Seniors Department present our monthly Senior activity calendar for November.

Please contact us with any questions at our Senior’s department 201-295-5144 or visit link below.

Https://www.westnewyorknj.org/Departments/senior-citizens

Any questions please call the SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER 201-295-5144.  MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION please call 201-295-4540.  

* The calendar subject to change

Fall Festival/ Ragamuffin Parade & Trunk or Treat 

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners want to invite you to our Fall Festival/ Ragamuffin Parade & Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 25th, 2024!  

The Halloween Costume Lineup will start at 4:30 PM from Town Hall (428-60th Street) to Miller Park on 5800 Jackson Street

Trunk or Treat will start at 5PM in Miller Park. Everyone is welcome!

We’ll have Bouncy Houses, Candy, Music and Ghoulish Fun!

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, October 22nd   from 11AM-12PM at – Little League – 53rd Street between Park and Broadway

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Understanding Your Rights as a Tenant Seminar

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in collaboration with the Department of Rent Control invite you to this event to understand the practical aspects of renting.

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

5:30PM

At 515 Street

ANCHOR Benefits Filing Event

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in collaboration with Assemblyman Gabriel Rodriguez invite you to the ANCHOR Benefits Filing Event

Thursday, October 17, 2024

From 1PM-3:30PM

At 515 Street

West New York Hispanic Fair!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in partnership with North Hudson Community Action Corporation Early Head Start Program invite you to join us for our Hispanic Fair!

Friday, October 11, 2024

From 12PM-4PM

At 5800 Kennedy Blvd Parking Lot

Come and enjoy with your family!

Let’s celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

FREE Rabies Vaccination

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to have your pets get their Rabies Vaccination for free.

  • Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 from 6:00PM-8:00PM
  • Dog Park @ 6400-6498 Boulevard East
  • All dogs must be licensed.  Licensing will be available on site:
  • Not-Neutered/Spayed – $11
  • Neutered/Spayed – $8

Clinic conducted by license veterinarians.  Cats must be in carriers. Dogs must be leashed and accompanied by an adult.

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, October 8th  from 11AM-12PM at – Miller Stadium – Jackson Between 59th and 57th Streets

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

EARLY VOTING GENERAL ELECTION 2024

TAKE NOTICE THAT EARLY VOTING FOR THE 2024 GENERAL ELECTION WILL BEGIN OCTOBER 26, 2024 AND WILL END ON NOVEMBER 3, 2024

LOCATIONS

430 62ND STREET – KENNEDY TOWERS
5800 JEFFERSON STREET – OTIS SENIOR BUILDING 5101 PARK AVENUE – TRAILER
111 60th Street – TRAILER

Recreation 18U Babe Ruth Team Versus the WNY PBA Softball Game to Strike Out Cancer!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to come and cheer our Recreation 18U Babe Ruth Team Versus the WNY PBA Softball Game to Strike Out Cancer!

Saturday, October 12th, 2024 @ 4PM

Miller Stadium (5808 Jackson St)

$3.00 entrance fee *All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society

Register for all rec programs @ wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, please call 201-295-5120, or you may visit our office at 428 60th Street Room 7 – Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM. 

Senior Events – October 2024

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Seniors Department present our monthly Senior activity calendar for October.

Please contact us with any questions at our Senior’s department 201-295-5144 or visit link below.

Https://www.westnewyorknj.org/Departments/senior-citizens

Any questions please call the SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER 201-295-5144.  MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION please call 201-295-4540.  

* The calendar subject to change

Hudson County Resource Fair

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in partnership with Hudson County Executive, Craig Guy, invite you to Hudson County Resource Fair.

·      Saturday, October 5th, 2024

·      11AM-2PM

·      Memorial High School (5400 Broadway, WNY)

RSVP @ https://fs4.formsite.com/cGgrlU/ppgbwyxhmz/index

Annual Show VIVA LA VIDA

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Department of Seniors are happy to invite you to our Viva La Vida event!

Saturday, September 21st, 2024 from 1PM – 5PM

5101-5001 Park Ave – Courtyard

We’ll have performers:

-Luisito el Flaco   -Dany Enrique

-Lina Rojas         -Fernando Pirez

-Gaston Ramirez     -Rene De Leon

-Juan Diego Rojas       -El Dueto Marinera

AND many more surprises!

Call us for more info at 201-295-5144

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, September 10th  from 11AM-12PM at – DPW –   63rd  Street between Broadway and Dewey

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Senior Events – September 2024

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Seniors Department present our monthly Senior activity calendar for September.

Please contact us with any questions at our Senior’s department 201-295-5144 or visit link below.

Https://www.westnewyorknj.org/Departments/senior-citizens

Any questions please call the SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER 201-295-5144.  MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION please call 201-295-4540.  

* The calendar subject to change

WNY Pool Will Be Open Longer!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners are happy to announce that the WNY pool will be open longer!

Come and enjoy the pool on Saturdays & Sundays from 10AM – 6PM (weather permitting) through the end of September.

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, August 6th from 11AM-12PM at DPW –  63rd Street between Broadway and Dewey

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Senior Events – August 2024

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Seniors Department present our monthly Senior activity calendar for August.

Please contact us with any questions at our Senior’s department 201-295-5144 or visit link below.

Https://www.westnewyorknj.org/Departments/senior-citizens

Any questions please call the SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER 201-295-5144.  MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION please call 201-295-4540.  

* The calendar subject to change

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, July 23rd  from 11AM-12PM at Miller Stadium  (On Jackson – Between 59th and 57th Streets).

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, July 9th from 11AM-12PM at Little League (53rd Street Between Park and Broadway).

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Road Closures – Thursday July 4th 2024

Please note that on Thursday, July 4th, several streets will be closed in West New York and other municipalities within Hudson County. Kindly factor this into your travel arrangements to avoid any inconvenience.

Thank you for your understanding and safe travels!

Senior Events – July 2024

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissioners and the Seniors Department present our monthly Senior activity calendar for July.

Please contact us with any questions at our Senior’s department 201-295-5144 or visit link below.

Https://www.westnewyorknj.org/Departments/senior-citizens

Any questions please call the SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER 201-295-5144.  MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION please call 201-295-4540.  

* The calendar subject to change

No Parking on Boulevard East (both sides of the street) from 6AM-11PM on Thursday, July 4th, 2024.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners want to make you aware that there will be no parking on Boulevard East (both side of the street) from 6AM-11PM on Thursday, July 4th, 2024.

In addition, we will close both Boulevard East and River Road to traffic starting at 4PM on July 4th.

After 11 years, the Macy’s Fireworks display is coming back to the Hudson River.

Our main goal is to ensure that emergency vehicles (Police, Fire, and Ambulance) can move easily through the town. We want to ensure everyone has a safe day. 

While road closures might be inconvenient, they are necessary because of the number of people coming to WNY and the surrounding area to view the fireworks. We are doing everything we can to avoid traffic jams and gridlock. We strongly suggest that residents stay in town and enjoy the fireworks.

WNY Farmers Market

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in partnership with North New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, are excited to announce the start our annual WNY Farmers Market on June 7th through October 25th.

Every Friday from 2:00-6:00PM at Donnelly Park (60th Street & Boulevard East).

*QR code Food Stamps for produce will be accepted.

Register for Free Adult Yoga Classes

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to register for Free Adult Yoga Classes. 

Register for all rec programs @ wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit our office at 428 60th St room 7, Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to our annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony!

Monday, December 9th @ 6PM.  Town Hall (428 60th Street)

Special guests will be there, including our Memorial HS band and choir

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, November 26th from 11AM-12PM at – Miller Stadium – Jacskon Street between 59th and 57th Streets

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, June 25th from 11AM-12PM at 430-434 62nd Street (Parking Lot in the back entrance from 63rd Street)

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Multiple Cooling Centers in West New York

The office of the Mayor has designated multiple locations as cooling centers:

-430 62nd St

-6100 Adams St

-6300 Adams Street

-5800 Jefferson Street

-515 54th Street

All cooling centers will be open from 8:00AM to 8:00PM.  

Call 911 for any medical emergency. For non-emergency health related information, please call (201) 295-5070.

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, June 11th from 11AM-12PM at Parking Lot  – 66th Street and Park Ave

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

Rabies Vaccination for FREE

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to have your pets get their Rabies Vaccination for free.

Wednesday, June 5th, 2024 from 5:30PM-8:30PM

Dog Park @ Brand New Miller Park (5812 Jefferson St)

All dogs must be licensed.  Licensing will be available on site:

·      Not-Neutered/Spayed – $11

·      Neutered/Spayed – $8

Clinic conducted by license veterinarians.  Cats must be in carriers. Dogs must be leashed and accompanied by an adult.

West New York Food Drive

Tuesday, May 28th at 11AM By Miller Stadium   – Jackson Street between 57th and 59th Streets

First come first served.

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners continue to take proactive steps to safely make sure every West New Yorker has access to the food they need. Thanks to the Hudson Country Dept of Health and Human Services we are able to have another great food drive.

WNY Pool will open this Memorial Day Weekend!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners are happy to announce that the WNY Pool will open this Memorial Day Weekend!

We’ll open on Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10AM-8PM.

 

Free Meditation Classes

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to register for Free Meditation Classes. 

  • Starting June 28th – Every Friday @ 3PM
  • Pavilion Bird House

Register for all rec programs @ wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit our office at 428 60th St room 7, Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Registration for Adult Zumba is now open!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners are excited to announce that registration for Adult Zumba is now open!

  • Starting June 3rd 
  • 5PM
  • The Pavilion / Birdhouse 
  • Blvd East Between 55th & 56th Streets

Register for all rec programs @ wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit our office at 428 60th St room 7, Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Noches De Colombia

Mayor Albio Sires, the Board of Commissionersand the Seniors Department invite you to join us for an outing to Noches De Colombia.

• Wednesday, August 16th

• Cost: $20

• Pickup at 11AM

• Housing Buildings, WNY

Please call to reserve your space at 201-295-5144.

El alcalde Albio Sires, la Junta de Comisionados y el Departamento de Adultos Mayores lo invitan a unirse a nosotros para una salida a Noches De Colombia.

• miércoles, 16 de agosto

• Costo: $20

• Recogida a las 11:00AM

• Edificios de viviendas, WNY

Llame para reservar su espacio al 201-295-5144.

#WeAreWNY #SomosWNY #WNY #WNYNJ #Seniors #SeniorActivities #NochesDeColombia #Summer2023 #Community

2021 Senior Halloween Party

Mayor Gabriel Rodriguez, Commissioner Victor Barrera, & The Board of Commissioners invite you to the Senior Halloween Party.

Saturday, October 30th, 2021 from 11AM-3PM.

At Freshman Academy – 5400 Broadway Ave (Gym Entrance)

Please call the senior center, 201-295-5144 for tickets and registration.

Limited Capacity – WNY Residents Only.

Proof of Vaccination and Mask Required.

#WeAreWNY #SomosWNY #WNY #WNYNJ #Halloween #Seniors #LosClasicos  #Community #Fall2021

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