Marie Johnson, Executive Director of SPRYE, the local organization that helps older adults age in place, recently completed all requirements to become a Certified Senior Advisor. The 6-month course, Working with Older Adults, focuses on the health, social, and financial issues of aging. It is offered by the Society of Certified Senior Advisors, whose members...Read More

Socially isolated older adults who enter intensive care units (ICUs) are more likely to die and are at increased risk of disability after discharge compared with those who are more connected to family and friends, a new Yale University study shows. The study, published Sept. 7 in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, “illustrates the need...Read More

SPRYE is pleased to announce Rye Brook resident Lauren Miscimarra as its new board president. SPRYE is a not-for-profit that helps adults 60 years old and up age in place in their homes and the communities they love. It serves Harrison, Port Chester, Rye, and Rye Brook. Lauren takes over the position from Osborn Home...Read More

SPRYE announces an exciting initiative for new and existing members who wish to stay connected to their friends, family and doctors. TotalAccess Now: Leave No One Unconnected is a pilot program that offers personal training and support from SPRYE staff to assist members who wish to improve their knowledge and usage of their smart devices...Read More

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Community Living is releasing $1.4 billion in funding from the American Rescue Plan for Older Americans Act programs, including programs to support vaccine outreach and coordination, address social isolation, provide family caregiver support, and offer nutrition support. It will also fund justice programs to ensure the...Read More

Click below for the most current information we have regarding how and where to obtain a vaccine in the immediate area. stopandshop.com wphospital.org am.i.eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov walgreens.com cvs.com/immunizations westchestermedicalcenter.org Phone numbers to call in New York The Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services 914-813-6100 To make appointments at the county sites call 833-697-7829 or the...Read More

[gdlr_video url=”Yhttps://youtu.be/POMhN-PXfMs” ] SPRYE thanks all our wonderful sponsors who supported the organization and the many members who received assistance from loyal and caring volunteers. Hilary & Charles Garland Greenwich Hospital Connie & Bruce Macleod Amber & Owen Nee Dan O’Day The Osborn & Osborn HomeCare Rye Interfaith Housing Corporation Vienna Senior Housing Lynn & Jules...Read More

Andrew Castellano hosts this Non-Profit Spotlight episode with Executive Director Marie Johnson. Found on @Westchester Talk Radio produced by @SharcCreativeRead More

SPRYE Vice President and Rye Brook resident will be inducted into the 38th Annual Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. SPRYE recommended Dale as an individual who exemplifies the true spirit of volunteering and making the community a better to live for older adults. Thank you Dale for...Read More

Joining the Board are Richard Flahive of Wilton and Tom Wynne of Rye. “These new board members embody the spirit of community and bring talent, expertise and energy to a board dedicated to helping older adults in the community, ” said Marie Johnson, Executive Director. Mr. Flahive is a member of Rye Rotary Club and is a private...Read More