The Healthy Communities Initiative focuses on the health and wellbeing of all Brooklynites by providing programs, services and resource collections to the public. The initiative focuses on mental health, maternal health, healthcare access and literacy, nutrition and positive aging. Through public health education, community partnerships, and interactive virtual programming, Brooklyn Public Library is committed to advancing health equity and improving community wellbeing.
Upcoming Events
LaBlast® Fitness with Shape Up NYC
This dance fitness program is based on ballroom dances, including those seen on Dancing with the Stars. This workout in disguise blends dance patterns, fitness, and music to create a low impact workout suitable for all levels
Please register to save your spot, as space is limited. Don't…
Narcan Training: Harm Reduction Office Hours
Did you know that...
Naloxone (Narcan) can reverse the effects of opioid overdose?New York State law allows anyone who has received training at a pharmacy or community program to carry and use naloxone?The New York State Good Samaritan Law protects you when you call 911 if you are overdosing…
Yoga
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Tabling and HIV/STI Test Kit Giveaway with CAMBA BOP
Stop by Flatbush Library to meet with CAMBA’s Brooklyn Outreach and Prevention (BOP) program. BOP serves the LGBTQ+ community in New York City, linking people to HIV and STI prevention services such as testing, PrEP/PEP/DoxyPEP, and assist with SDOH services such as workforce development and…
NewYork-Presbyterian Mom & Baby Mobile Health Van
Join us at Rugby Library for NewYork-Presbyterian's Mom & Baby Mobile Health Van as they provide maternal health resources and services to the community. Please make an appointment to reserve your spot. The bus also accepts walk-in appointments if spots are still available.
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Brooklyn Supports
Join us to learn more about social support resources and benefits assistance!
Brooklyn Public Library's Social Work Program will be available to assist with referrals for:
Housing AssistanceFood AssistanceEmployment AssistanceHealth Insurance AssistanceMental Health/Counseling…
New York Connects Tabling
Join New York Connects as we connect the community to a wide range of care services and support for people of all ages or with any type of disability.
Get assistance accessing services such as:
SNAP,cash assistance,Fair Fares,Access a Ride,One Shot Deal,HEAP,Medicaid,housing…
SelfHelp Benefits Tabling
You have questions or need assistance on applying Government benefits for seniors? Galina from SelfHelp would be here to help. Please call 347-289-8408 to schedule an appointment or see her at Homecrest on Wednesdays at 3-4pm.
Seated Exercise
Join us at the Paerdegat Library on Wednesday afternoons at 3 PM for Seated Exercise!
This low-impact, chair-based workout is perfect for adults looking to improve flexibility, strength, and balance in a relaxed, supportive setting.
All levels welcome.
Social Work Walk-In Hours
Brooklyn Public Library's Social Work Program will be available to assist with referrals for:
Housing AssistanceFood AssistanceEmployment AssistanceHealth Insurance AssistanceMental Health/CounselingAppointments are free and limited to 30 minutes. Last appointment to begin at 2:…
Online Resources
Gale OneFile: Nursing and Allied Health
Access to articles about nursing and health care professions from over 1,100 journals.
Hite: Health Information Tool for Empowerment
Directory of free and low cost health and social services programs.
Medline Plus
National Library of Medicine’s health information for consumers and health professionals
MedlinePlus (en Español)
MedlinePlus le ayuda encontrar las respuestas que usted busca en temas de salud.
Nursing Home Compare
Information on every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country.