Health Essential Association

02/28/2026

10/25/2024

🍂 Fall Festival Health Day 🍂

📅 Date: Saturday, October 26
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Sunset Park, 6th Avenue & 44th Street

Join us for a fun and festive Fall Health Day, perfect for families and friends! Enjoy access to free health services, job info, and community resources while experiencing entertainment and seasonal fun! 🍁

✨ Event Highlights:

🍏 Free Food Distribution: Fresh fruits available for free—first come, first served!
🎨 Face Painting: Kids can enjoy their favorite face painting!
🎭 Cultural Performances: Celebrate our community's diversity through vibrant performances.
💼 Job Opportunities: Find local job postings to support your career goals.

💼 Free Services Available:

🗳️ Voter Registration: Make your voice heard—register on-site!
📄 Employment Info: Discover job opportunities in your area.
🩺 Health Insurance Assistance: Find the best options for you and your family.
💳 Medicaid & Medicare Applications: On-site support for high/low-income applications.
🍎 Food Stamp Assistance: Help with applications for food assistance.
🧓 Long-Term Care Planning: Support for residents needing long-term care.
🏠 Social Benefits Info: Learn about programs to boost your well-being.
🔐 Trust & Insurance Advice: Information on trusts, insurance, and more.

Bring your loved ones and enjoy a day of health, fun, and community! 🎉

10/08/2024

🚨 Today: Food Pantry in Staten Island! 🚨

🍎 Come by 322 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island, NY 10306 for our Food Pantry from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM today! It’s first come, first served, so make sure to arrive early!

🛍️ We’re here to support our community with fresh groceries and essentials. Spread the word and stop by to pick up what you need!

09/06/2024

Rain Barrel Giveaway! 🌧️

State Assemblyman Michael Tannousis is partnering with the NYC Department of Environmental Protection to host a Rain Barrel Giveaway!

📅 Saturday, September 7th
⏰ 10 AM - 12 PM
📍 Midland Beach, Parking Lot 8 (Enter from Hunter Ave), Staten Island

Please note: You must be a constituent of the 64th Assembly District to receive a rain barrel. Requests from outside the 64th Assembly District will NOT be honored. Please bring a photo ID with your current address when picking up your rain barrel.

Reserve your rain barrel today! Any reserved barrels not picked up by 12 PM will be distributed to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis.

🔗 Register here to get your rain barrel: http://tinyurl.com/2024TannousisRainBarrel

📞 For any questions, contact Ian at 1-718-987-0197. Don’t miss out!

🌧️ 雨水桶赠送活动！ 🌧️

州众议员谭杜喜（Michael Tannousis）与纽约市环境保护局携手举办雨水桶赠送活动！

📅 9月7日，星期六
⏰ 上午10点 - 12点
📍 史坦顿岛米德兰海滩（Midland Beach) 8号停车场（从Hunter大道进入）

注意：您必须是第64选区的选民才能领取雨水桶。非第64选区的申请将不被受理。领取雨水桶时，请携带附有当前地址的身份证。

现在注册领取您的雨水桶！任何已预留但未在中午12点前领取的雨水桶将按照先到先得的原则分发给公众。

🔗 请在此网站注册领取雨水桶: http://tinyurl.com/2024TannousisRainBarrel

📞 如有任何疑问，请联系Ian，电话：1-718-987-0197。不要错过哦！

08/22/2024

🎉 Mark your calendars for the 2024 Back-to-School Family Fun Event! 🎉

Date: Friday, August 23rd
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: 2101 E 16th St, Brooklyn, NY

Hosted by Health Essential Association in collaboration with the Local Community Patrol (LCP), this event is designed to create a dynamic platform that combines education, health, and entertainment for our community families.

Highlights of the event include:

🎒 Free School Supplies and Backpacks: To help students get ready for the new school year, we’ll be giving away free school supplies and backpacks. Supplies are limited, so be sure to arrive early!
🎭 Cultural Performances: Enjoy a variety of multicultural performances, including a children's fashion show guided by a professional model and fashion consultant.
🎨 Face Painting: Kids can delight in their favorite face-painting activities, adding a touch of fun to the day.
🍎 Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Distribution: We’ll be handing out fresh produce to promote healthy eating and support a balanced lifestyle.
📚 After-School Program Information: Learn about after-school tutoring programs available. Families who sign up early can enjoy additional discounts to help their children excel in the new school year.
👮 Career Day: Captain Joseph Antonio from the 61st Precinct will host an interactive session, giving children a unique opportunity to learn about police work and the responsibilities of an officer.
🚇 Free Half-Priced MetroCard Applications: Representative from MTA will be on-site to help residents apply for free half-priced MetroCards, making commuting more affordable and convenient.
🗳️ Voter Registration: Voter registration services will be available to encourage community members to participate and exercise their civic rights.
🏥 Health and Welfare Services: Professionals from Coney Island Hospital will offer free blood pressure checks.
There will be information on health insurance, food stamps, Medicare/Medicaid, senior benefits, and more.
Join us for a day full of education, fun, and valuable resources to help you and your family prepare for the new school year. We look forward to seeing you there! 🎉

08/21/2024

🎉 Join us for the 2024 Back-to-School Family Fun Event! 🎉

Date: Thursday, August 22nd
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: 1975 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314

Hosted by Health Essential Association in partnership with Assemblyman Sam Pirozzolo of the 63rd District, this event is packed with activities for the whole family:

🎉 Exciting Entertainment: Enjoy a variety of fun-filled entertainment programs prepared just for you.
🥋 Tai Chi Performances: Experience captivating Tai Chi performances that add energy to the event.
🎒 Free School Supplies: To help students kick off the new school year, we’ll be giving away free school supplies to ensure they’re well-prepared.
📚 After-School Program Information: Learn about and sign up for after-school tutoring programs on-site. Early registration comes with additional discounts to help your children excel in the new school year.
🗳️ Voter Registration: Voter registration services will be available to encourage community members to participate and exercise their civic rights.
🏥 Government Benefits Information: Get up-to-date information on essential government benefits, including health insurance consultations, food stamp applications, Medicare/Medicaid advice, senior benefits, and more.
🏡 Nursing Center Consultation: At 10:30 AM, attend an indoor seminar to learn about nursing center options and make informed choices for your loved ones.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to prepare for the new school year, engage with your community, and enjoy a day full of fun and valuable resources. See you there! 🎉

05/16/2024

🎉 Get ready to celebrate Asian heritage Month in Staten Island! 🎉

Join us for the 2024 Asian Heritage Celebration, where we'll be hosting a vibrant array of FREE activities for all ages!

Activities include:
🎨 Face painting for the little ones
🎲 Fun-filled riddles and games suitable for everyone
🎶 Captivating cultural performances showcasing diverse traditions
🍎 Giveaway of fresh fruits on-site (limited quantity, first-come, first-served)
🛡️ Distribution of personal protective equipment and self-defense gear for safety

Additionally, various government agencies and healthcare providers will be on-site to offer essential services:
💼 Medical insurance consultations
🍽️ SNAP applications
🩺 Medicare/Medicaid inquiries
🧓 Senior welfare assistance
💊 Health insurance information
We'll also facilitate voter registration to encourage community participation.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 18th
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 1975 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314

Let's come together to celebrate diversity, community, and heritage! Spread the word and mark your calendars. See you there!

03/19/2024

成员包括众多华裔的羊头湾社区巡逻队日前英勇阻止地铁暴力，于本周获得布碌仑第45选区州众议员诺瓦克霍夫（Michael Novakhov）与市警61分局颁奖表彰。

14日（周四）晚，羊头湾社区巡逻队（Local Community Patrol，LCP）携手民代、警方和社区委员会在羊头湾东16街2101号华康会会所举行会晤，讨论该队对羊头湾治安的影响。据61分局的统计数据，与去年相比，U大道的犯罪率已经下降。警方称赞巡逻队维安有功，特别是两名成员Ryan Rivera和Peter Forte日前介入地铁站的一起暴力事件，成功救助了一名青少年。

【侨报记者高诗云3月16日纽约报道】成员包括众多华裔的羊头湾社区巡逻队日前英勇阻止地铁暴力，于本周获得布碌仑第45选区州众议员诺瓦克霍夫（Michael Novakhov）与市警61分局颁奖表彰。