Forest Hills Older Adult Center Reopens Food Pantry and Starts New Acrylic Painting Class

On January 12, 150 Queens residents lined up for meals from the reopened food pantry at the Forest Hills Older Adult Center. This marked the food pantry's first day in operation since summer 2021, when the Center closed for renovations. "Many of our older neighbors have relied on the Center, both for the food pantry and also for the opportunities our activities provide for them to connect with their peers," said Toolarie Iqbal, Director of the Forest Hills Older Adult Center. "We're excited that the Center gets to return to being a space of support, social engagement, and healthy living for seniors in the community."

The food pantry will be open at 108-25 62nd Drive in Forest Hills every Thursday from 8:30am to 10:30am. Government ID is required with name, address, and date of birth.

Now that the Center has reopened for programming, we have in-person activities every week for older adults, such as table tennis, chair yoga, board games, and art classes, including our new acrylic painting class. "With the help of instructor Wendy Donaghy, participants had a great time making beautiful art while socializing with their peers," said Iqbal. To learn more about our programs and services, email Toolarie at tiqbal@qchnyc.org.