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DINING IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Members regularly get together with other members to dine in one our many Upper West Side restaurants.

WALKING AND HIKING

Find out about our groups and join one to participate. Shown here is Hiking which is under Outings.

Wine Tasting

We focus on a different wine region monthly, enjoying the wines with light foods. Join us to discuss and critique!

Tennis Lessons

Find out about our groups and join one to participate. Shown here is Tennis Lessons, which is in the Sports category.

DANCING

We offer a number of member dance events, including a square dance.

Softball

Find out about our groups and join one to participate. Shown here is Softball, which is in the Sports category.

The Cross-Eyed Cat Cafe

Each spring and fall, we host a number of member get togethers in Riverside Park.

Basketball

Find out about our groups and join one to participate. Shown here is Basketball, which is in the Sports category.

Thanking Our Volunteers

Each year we host an all member meeting to thank our many volunteers.

Senior Flag Football

Find out about our groups and join one to participate. Shown here is Senior Flag Football, which is in the Sports category.

Our Mission at Bloomingdale Aging in Place (BAiP) is to …

Create a community for mature adults to lead vital, connected, safe and comfortable lives as their needs change. We are an all-volunteer, intergenerational network of neighbors, come join us!

PARTICIPATE in a variety of activities from your home or in-person.
GET ASSISTANCE as we have volunteers to provide help in many ways.
STAY INFORMED via presentations, newsletters and our resource exchange.

BAiP’s Goal is to …

Create a tradition of service among neighbors for neighbors
Connect older adults in the neighborhood to one another
Communicate information about issues and resources related to aging in place
Identify and facilitate ways in which neighbors may help neighbors who need a hand

Benefits of BAiP Membership Include:

Social / Community / Activities
Lots of group activities — book clubs, wine groups, photo or art/collage groups, outings to museums and shows, “Hooray for Hollywood” film presentations, etc.

Fitness / Wellness / Sports
Wellness and sports programs for strength, balance and flexibility. Walking groups, ping pong, softball, yoga, pilates etc.

Information & Education
Panel discussions on caregiving, elder law, Medicare/Social Security; newsletter (“BUZZ”); “BAiP Presents” series; reference/resource exchange for service providers.

Practical Assistance and Support
Neighbor‑to‑Neighbor (N2N) volunteers who help with errands, medical escort, friendly visits; Tech Squad for help with tech or small household issues; Resource Exchange to refer reliable service providers.

Volunteer & Engagement Opportunities
Members can volunteer in many ways: leading groups, helping with events, technical help, newsletter, etc.

Sense of Belonging / Local Community
People report making new friendships, staying in touch with the neighborhood, feeling more connected.

Please consider joining if you are eligible

Membership in Bloomingdale Aging in Place, which includes its many social and fitness activities, is free and open to adults living on the Upper West Side between West 96th and West 110th Streets and between Riverside Drive and Central Park West. If you have not registered as a member of BAiP and live in the area outlined above, please consider joining by filling out the form on the Become a Member page.