I am the primary caregiver for my mom, who has short-term dementia and my brother, who has vision trouble and can’t care for himself. Caring for everyone is in my nature. It can be overwhelming sometimes, but my family needs me.
I’ve been teaching art classes at Queens Community House for roughly 13 years. Working with older adults means a lot to me because I’m getting up in age, myself. I see folks out there that have always wanted to pursue art, but never had the time.
Latino Baseball Legend Inspires Hometown Youth To Dream Bigger | By Russ Cohen, September 25, 2018: Former NY Mets All-Star Edgardo Alfonzo spent a lively afternoon with 6th and 7th graders at Queens Community House (QCH)’s Beacon Pr
Brooklyn Cyclones manager Edgardo Alfonzo inspires students | by Paula Katinas, September 28, 2018: Brooklyn Cyclones Manager Edgardo Alfonzo encouraged students to hit a home run by giving back to their community during a visit to an after-school program.
Kids 'catch' up with Edgardo Alfonzo in Forest Hills | Jennifer Khedaroo, September 26, 2018: Children participating in the Queens Community House’s Beacon Program in Forest Hills met and played catch with New York Mets al
