Health & Wellness

 

These services were developed in response to the critical shortage of affordable healthcare for our local population.  Through the collaboration of the community center and health professionals, the Franciscan Community Center sponsors a number of health seminars throughout the year. These seminars consist of: professionally administered testing/screening (i.e. Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Glucose, etc.); educational lectures/workshops on various health topics; and referrals to other appropriate social services.  Once each year a Blood Drive is held in partnership with the New York Blood Center.

Art and Painting Program

Reaching For The Stars, our art and painting program runs from September through June and is open to adults and children.  The classes meet every Wednesday evening from 6pm-8pm.  Students experiment with various painting techniques using water colors and acrylics, and study art appreciation.  The course culminates with an exhibit of student work.  Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm-8:00pm.  Yearly Fee: Adults-$30.00, Childrren-$15.00.  Call 212-932-8040 ext. 39 for more information.

Legal Counseling Services

 

The FCC sponsors free services twice a month for individuals who seek advice in family, criminal, landlord-tenant, real estate, employment, bankruptcy, debt related matters, health care proxies and powers of attorney.  Please call (212) 932-8040, ext. 39 for an appointment.  Translation services will be provided or you may bring your own.  Please Note:  The attorneys do not take on representation, but advise and refer individuals to agencies or attorneys to assist and represent them.

Adult Programming