Community seniors are worried about losing the United Senior Center of Sunset Park, which has been vital for 50 years, due to a proposed 70% rent increase by the landlord, Amy Grabino. Over 250 locals rallied in protest, emphasizing the center's role in providing essential social services, meals, and social interaction. The center serves over 40,000 visits annually, and leaders like Councilmember Alexa Aviles and Executive Director Grisel Amador stress its importance as a second home for the seniors. They urge for negotiations with Grabino to prevent displacement and further isolation for the elderly.
I know that she's the owner and she has the right to increase the rent, but just taking into consideration our seniors, we're here for 51 years in this community.
When you mess with a space like the United Senior Center, you aren't just messing with the dedicated people who run it. You are messing with the older adults who thrive.
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