named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Financial Planning & Legal Workshops
Programs covering retirement planning, investment strategies, wills, advance directives, and co-op ownership to support seniors' financial and legal preparedness.
Great Decisions / Master Class
Monthly online discussion group via Zoom on global issues including U.S. foreign policy, climate change, and AI, aimed at intellectual engagement for seniors.
Health Education Seminars
Presentations on topics such as depression, hypertension, cognitive aging, and Medicare led by medical professionals and student interns to promote senior health literacy.
How MRHS Helps Seniors Grow Old in Their Own Homes
Outreach initiative featuring door-to-door services by nurses, social workers, and physical and occupational therapists to support independent living among elderly residents.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Senior Independence Support Services 2 activities
- Operates NORC-based programs to support aging in placeProvides a range of services through its Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC) program to help older adults remain in their homes safely and comfortably, including health monitoring, social engagement, and access to support resources.
- Provides home-based health and social services for frail and at-risk older adultsDelivers door-to-door clinical and social support services including nursing, social work, occupational therapy, and physical therapy to help older adults age in place safely and comfortably. These services are targeted at frail and at-risk elderly residents in the Morningside Heights community.
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Library and Community Facility Renovation 1 activity
- Conducts facility improvements and community eventsCompleted renovations of the MRHS Offices and Community Center to enhance service delivery and resident access. Also sponsors community events such as a tree dedication ceremony honoring Mildred B. Roxborough, celebrating her legacy as an advocate for freedom and equal rights.
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Caregiver Support for Dementia and Aging 1 activity
- Facilitates personal life story recording and preservationProvides opportunities for older adults to record and preserve their personal life stories through guided weekly Life Story Club sessions and special recording events, with documentation provided to participants who wish to keep a record of their narratives.
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Community Blood Pressure Screening and Hypertension Education 1 activity
- Hosts health monitoring and preventive care servicesProvides regular blood pressure testing and monitoring on alternate Wednesdays as part of its preventive health programming for older adults in the community.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Hosts social and educational discussion groups for older adultsOrganizes regular in-person and virtual discussion groups on literature, U.S. foreign policy, and personal life stories, including a monthly book group, a monthly foreign policy forum, and a weekly Life Story Club. Also hosts a monthly luncheon and discussion group for men. All groups aim to foster connection, intellectual engagement, and emotional well-being.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Implements SU-CASA artist-in-residence program for older adultsPlaces professional artists in residencies at senior centers across New York City’s five boroughs to deliver structured arts programming for older adults, culminating in public cultural events that engage the broader community.
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- Offers exercise and physical wellness classes for older adultsProvides a weekly schedule of exercise classes for older adults, including Tai Chi, chair yoga, strength workouts, stretch workouts, and yoga with meditation, offered both in-person and via Zoom without registration. Classes are designed to improve flexibility, reduce stress, and support physical health, primarily conducted while seated with optional light weights.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Operates an eBay store to generate revenue for organizational activitiesRuns an eBay store as a source of earned income to support the ongoing operations and programs of the organization.
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Healthcare Workforce Training & Career Pathways 1 activity
- Partners with academic institutions for health promotion programsHosts annual placements of Occupational Therapy students from Columbia University to design and deliver health promotion programming for older adults, integrating academic training with community-based service delivery.
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Arts-Based Dementia Engagement Programs 1 activity
- Provides art and memory support programs for people with cognitive challengesOffers free in-person art programs specifically designed for individuals with memory loss and their care partners, featuring guided discussions, creative idea sharing, and hands-on art creation to support cognitive and emotional well-being.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.63M
Contributions & grants$1.55M95%
Program service revenue$7K0%
Investment income$71K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.02M
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$579K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.93M
Cash$865K
Investments$1.96M
Liabilities$156K
Net assets$3.77M
Liquid reserves33.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +77.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RON BRUNO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $129K |
board members · 16
- AMY BERG — TREASURER
- B CHANDRASEKARAN — PRESIDENT
- CARL JONES — FORMER BOARD MEMBER
- DANIEL PEKARSKY — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID DEWEY — BOARD MEMBER
- JEFF EDELSON — BOARD MEMBER
- JOAN LEVINE — BOARD MEMBER
- LIZA LAGUNOFF — BOARD MEMBER
- MARGARET JOHNSON — SECRETARY
- MELINDA MOORE — BOARD MEMBER
- MOLLY SWEENY — BOARD MEMBER
- RICK RUSSO — BOARD MEMBER
- ROBERT HILL — FORMER PRESIDENT/FORMER BOARD MEMBER
- STEVE MUSTACCHI — BOARD MEMBER
- STUART AARONSON — BOARD MEMBER
- TONIA PAPKE WATERBURY — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- Age-Friendly NYC Government — SU-CASA program was developed as part of Age-Friendly NYC, a citywide initiative.
- Columbia Community Service Funder — Funds the Arts & Minds program.
- Columbia University Partner — Collaborates with Columbia University to host Occupational Therapy students for health promotion programming.
- Hollwich Kushner Architects Partner — Designed the renovated MRHS Offices and Community Center.
- Jana Titus Partner — Long-time yoga teacher and Morningside Gardens resident who leads the "Almost Chair Yoga" class.
- Laurie M. Tisch Illumination Fund Funder — Funds the Arts & Minds program.
- Life Story Club Partner — Collaborates on organizing and facilitating the Chinese Life Story Club for older adults.
- Lulu Foundation Funder — Funds the Arts & Minds program.
- Mellon Foundation Funder — Funds the Arts & Minds program.
- Mike Davidson Partner — Point of contact for registration and information about the Men's Group luncheon.
- Morningside Gardens Partner — Hosts Tai Chi instruction through a resident instructor affiliated with the organization.
- Morningside Gardens Grounds Committee Partner — Co-sponsored a tree dedication event honoring Mildred B. Roxborough.
- Morningside Heights Community Fund Funder — Funds the Arts & Minds program.
- NYC Dept for the Aging/HIICAP Program Partner — Provided expert presenters for Medicare-related educational webinars.
- New York Council for the Humanities Funder — Provided support that made a Renaissance art and humanism presentation possible.
- New York State Bar Association Elder Law Section Partner — Co-hosted "Decision-Making Day" to educate the community on advance directives, health care proxies, and estate planning.
- Shuli Wu Partner — MRHS volunteer and longtime Morningside Gardens resident who coordinates the "Shakti Naam" Yoga class.
- The New York Council on the Arts Partner — Supports the Arts & Minds program through funding and partnership.
- Universities Partner — Partners with universities to train volunteers for health services.
- Wagner Interior Design & Consulting Partner — Collaborated on the interior design of the renovated MRHS Community Center.
- West Harlem Development Corporation Funder — Funds the Arts & Minds program.
- Zegar Family Foundation Funder — Funds the Arts & Minds program.
- Zoom Partner — Platform used to host the Life Story Club meetings virtually
- Zoom Partner — Platform used to host the monthly book group meetings online
- Zoom Partner — Uses Zoom as the platform for delivering virtual exercise classes to remote participants.
- community organizations Partner — Collaborates with community organizations to train volunteers for health services.
- eBay for Charity Partner — Partnered with eBay for Charity to operate an online store supporting organizational activities.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Aging-in-Place Support through Integrated Servicesmethodology: aging_in_placeBy delivering integrated health and social services within existing residential communities (NORC model) and through door-to-door outreach, the organization enables frail and at-risk older adults to remain safely in their homes, because maintaining familiar environments improves well-being and reduces institutionalization.
- Art and Storytelling as Therapeutic Engagementmethodology: art_based_engagementBy using structured art-based discussions, creative workshops, and guided storytelling, the organization fosters emotional well-being, cognitive engagement, and intergenerational connection among older adults, because creative expression supports identity, memory, and social bonding in aging populations.
- Low-Impact Mind-Body Movement for Holistic Healthmethodology: mind_body_wellnessBy providing accessible, low-impact physical practices such as Tai Chi, chair yoga, and mindfulness-based yoga, the organization supports physical mobility, mental focus, and emotional regulation in older adults, because movement adapted to age-related limitations enhances overall well-being without imposing physical stress.
- Virtual and Hybrid Programming for Accessibilitymethodology: hybrid_service_deliveryBy offering virtual and hybrid (in-person + online) educational and wellness programs, the organization increases access to services for geographically or physically isolated older adults, because flexible modalities reduce barriers related to mobility, transportation, and health status.