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The Floating Hospital’s summer gala event returns The Floating Hospital’s summer gala was a flagship fundraising event for many years. Like so many other events, the gala was paused for the past two years. Now, the charitable healthcare provider, headquartered in Long Island City, is excited to return with its Summer of Love benefit. Taking place in-person at Current, Pier 59, Chelsea Piers, on Monday, June 13, the glamorous event embraces a ‘60s theme of love. As well as food and drink, the event will include a paddle raise, where attendees can contribute to The Floating Hospital’s new Life Skills program. This is the opportunity to share the love, and support everything from resume and interviewing workshops, to hiring life skills case managers. The Floating Hospital’s President and General Counsel, Sean T. Granahan, Esq. said of the event: “During that time in the ‘60s, there was a keen awareness of your fellow human being—reminding each other that there are others out there other than yourself. Our event is always about us and the work we do; it’s not about an honoree. And that’s why our event always has appeal and that’s why it’s so important.” Since 1866, The Floating Hospital is the largest provider of healthcare to homeless families. We provide free and secure transport to and from more than 300 shelters and domestic violence safe houses throughout New York City. The Floating Hospital operates a main clinic in Long Island City. Additionally, we have satellite clinics at shelters, public housing, and assessment centers throughout the city. ENDS Notes to Editor: 1. Promotional images - WeTransfer link 2. Full information about the Summer of Love event is available here: https://www.thefloatinghospital.org/summer-benefit-2022/ 3. For further information about the Summer of Love, please email Ann-Louise Lipman at alipman@thefloatinghospital.org or phone 718-784-2240 ext. 215 Issued by The Floating Hospital.
Queens Gazette May 11, 2022 Page 18
Daniel Solow Daniel Solow, 31, is a New Yorker and a newly minted Forest Hills resident. He is presently in a career change as he is starting his second semester at Touro College for a master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies. He is interested in working with underrepresented communities to treat chronic illnesses such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension. Daniel worked as a nurse aide at the New York Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Astoria, where he provided care during the COVID-19 pandemic. In his free time Daniel volunteers with Kissena Synergy, a non-profit based in Flushing to promote health, wellness, and technology to young adults. He is an active contributor to the OpenStreetMap project, a global mapping initiative which encourages volunteers to map their communities and share their knowledge for others to use. In the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, Daniel and thousands of volunteers globally responded to the crisis by mapping every building and road in Puerto Rico. Pre-COVID, he held field survey events with Field Papers to raise awareness for geographic literacy. NB: Why do you feel geographic literacy is so important? DS: Every aspect of society has a spatial component and having a deeper understanding of how society is connected to the environment makes us more informed members of society and will prepare us for the ever-changing landscape to come. NB: What was your experience like working as a Nurse Aide at the New York Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Astoria during the COVID-19 pandemic? DS: It was my first time in a clinical setting where I worked directly with others providing support for activities of daily
living such as feeding, bathing and toileting. I got to experience the stress, the complications and the grief of my residents and fellow nurse assistants. It was an accelerated crash course during COVID-19 as we had to adhere to strict universal and isolation precautions. NB: What are your favorite places to bike in Queens? DS: I have always enjoyed biking to Rockaway Beach and Broad Channel although I haven’t been in a few years. I also enjoy the ride to Astoria Park to visit my sister and see Hell Gate Bridge. Two Queens destinations: The Vanderbilt Motor Parkway and Forest Park are magical as they engulf you with their canopies and offer great relief from the scorching sun. NB: What are your favorite restaurants in Queens? DS: Near the top is Diner Bar in Rego Park and Tikka N Talk in Forest Hills. We’ve been going to each restaurant nearly half a dozen times since we moved to Forest Hills. Austin Street Pizza makes great veggie pies too. NB: What is the best piece of advice you have ever received? DS: My mother once told me something I think we can all
Drumming Up Enthusiasm Photo Maria Kalliagas The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition’s 8th annual “Celebrate Astoria! International Cultural Festival,” supported by Council Member Tiffany Cabán, returned to the Street Fair on Steinway Street on Sunday, May 1st. It was an amazing community celebration that brought together thousands from near and far to the heart of Astoria on a beautiful spring day. Participating in the festivities were Central Astoria LDC President George Stamatiades and Executive Vice President Tony Barsamian.
benefit from: “Just because you are poor, doesn’t mean you have to live poorly.” What this means to me is that you have to make the most of any situation you are in. She grew up poor in Ponce, Puerto Rico and worked extremely hard to become a physical therapist. Despite being faced with some unwelcoming and racist patients, she was determined to start a life for herself and become successful. I admire her resilience and strive to do for my future children what she has done for my sister and I. NB: What do you love best about living in Queens and how have you seen Queens change over the years? DS: I love being surrounded by all walks of life and being able to bike to the Unisphere, Downtown Flushing and Jamaica, Astoria and parts of Brooklyn. I can hop on the Long Island Rail Road station and visit my parents in the 5 Towns and also get to campus in Central Islip. Everything feels so close. There has been a lot more development in recent memory. Developers are seeing The World’s Borough for what it is, a place teeming with potential. You have the super tall buildings popping up in Long Island City, Woodside, Jamaica and Flushing. Downtown Far Rockaway is hardly recognizable today. NB: How do you see yourself shaping the future of Queens and New York? DS: Right now I am focusing on passing physician assistant school, learning as much as I can from clinical rotations and passing the boards. I hope to share the benefits of my education with Queens to improve patient outcomes here in Queens. As a bicycle commuter I find riding great for keeping my weight down and breathing the fresh air. It also helps lower blood pressure and saves a ton of money on transportation. —Nicollette Barsamian This column was originated in July 2013 by Nicollette Barsamian To read the full interview, visit QGazette.com.
Floating Hospital’s Summer Gala Event Returns The Floating Hospital’s summer gala was a flagship fundraising event for many years. Like so many other events, the gala was paused for the past two years. Now, the charitable healthcare provider headquartered in Long Island City is excited to return with its Summer of Love benefit. Taking place in-person at Current, Pier 59, Chelsea Piers, on Monday, June 13, the glamorous event embraces a ‘60s theme of Love. As well as food and drink, the event will include a paddle raise, where attendees can contribute to The Floating Hospital’s new Life Skills program. This is the opportunity to share the love, and support everything from resume and interviewing workshops, to hiring life skills case managers. The Floating Hospital’s President and General Counsel, Sean T. Granahan, Esq. said of the event: “During that time in the ‘60s, there was a keen awareness of your fellow human being—reminding each other that there are others out there other than yourself. Our event is always about us and the work we do; it’s not about an honoree. And that’s why our event always has appeal and that’s why it’s so important.” Since 1866, The Floating Hospital has been the largest provider of healthcare to homeless families. They provide free and secure transport to and from more than 300 shelters and domestic violence safe houses throughout New York City. The Floating Hospital operates a main clinic in Long Island City. Additionally, they have satellite clinics at shelters, public housing, and assessment centers throughout the city. The Floating Hospital 21-01 41st Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101 info@thefloatinghospital.org | thefloatinghospital.org