Dear Neighbor,
Thank you for joining us for another week in review.
We just announced a joint $6 million capital allocation with Speaker Carl Heastie and Assembly Member Amanda Septimo to combat the opioid epidemic in our borough. This $6 million investment will support the opening of an Opioid Recovery and Bridge Clinic at Lincoln Hospital. Programs housed in the Lincoln Opioid Recovery and Bridge Clinic will allow for screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment, along with clinical offices, exam rooms, and multi-purpose space for group therapy.
By working with our community leaders and health organizations, we can build a support network, increase public awareness, and save lives. We cannot stand by as our loved ones suffer; we must confront this epidemic with urgency and compassion.
I want to thank Speaker Carl Heastie; Assembly Member Amanda Septimo; Chief Executive Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln, Cristina Contreras; NYC Health + Hospitals President and CEO, Mitchell Katz, MD., and everyone else who has played a vital role in supporting the completion of this project. Together, we will ensure our residents receive the care they need and deserve to combat this crisis in our community.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our office at 718-590-3500 or email us at webmail@bronxbp.nyc.gov.
In partnership,
Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson
IN THE COMMUNITY
We celebrated 30 years of cycling in our borough!
Congratulations to the riders who came out to ride with us in the Bronx.
A special thank you to all of our performers, emcees, sponsors, and volunteers who helped to make this event a huge success.
We look forward to making Tour de Bronx even bigger next year!
Last week, we joined the Female Fight Club’s press conference and presentation in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
A special thanks to My Sisters’ Place for their collaboration and commitment to supporting survivors.
Together, we are raising awareness, fighting for safety, and empowering our communities to end domestic violence.
The Hispanic Heritage celebration at Borough Hall was an evening filled with culture, music, and community.
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible honorees for their contributions, and to our generous sponsors, Essen Health, Ponce Bank, Havana Cafe, and Live On NY.
Special thanks to JJ Band for the amazing live performance that made the night unforgettable!
In partnership with GrowNYC and the NYC Department for the Aging, we distributed Health Bucks at Farmers Markets in Morris Heights, Parkchester, and near Lincoln Hospital to support efforts to combat hunger and improve nutrition.
Together, we’re promoting wellness and nutrition across the borough!
UPCOMING EVENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS
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