52nd Precinct Community Affairs Team to Home Deliver Turkeys to Seniors in Need

By SÍLE MOLONEY

At the 52nd Precinct Community Council meeting and Thanksgiving celebration on Nov. 21, NYPD Community Affairs Officer Stephen Echevarria said if anyone knows of any older adults or families in need in the local area, some of whom may be too elderly to walk to some of the upcoming, local Turkey giveaways, they can call the 52nd Precinct on (718) 220 5811, and he can arrange delivery to that person at their home.

Echevarria said no photos of the home deliveries will be taken or posted to social media and he encouraged residents to look out for their neighbors in need.

AT THE 52ND Precinct Community Council meeting and Thanksgiving celebration on Nov. 21, 2024, at St. Brendan Church in Norwood, NYPD Community Affairs Officer Stephen Echevarria said if anyone knows of any older adults or families in need, locally in the 52 area, some of whom may be too elderly to walk to some of the upcoming, local Turkey giveaways, they can call the 52nd Pct on (718) 220 5811, and he can arrange delivery to that person at their home.
Photo by Síle Moloney

Gothamist reported on Nov. 18 that more New Yorkers are using food pantries than before 2020 according to one study.

Meanwhile, Norwood News will also continue to share fliers of various upcoming Turkey giveaways with readers on our social media channels.

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