# Event Details - **Event Name**: Navigating Care and Connection: A Conversation IN-PERSON AT DOROT - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 02 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Mon, 02 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us IN-PERSON for a special conversation between M.T. Connolly and DOROT’s Executive Director, Mark MeridyAbout this EventNavigating Care and Connection: A Conversation with Mark Meridy & M.T. ConnollyJoin us for a special conversation between M.T. Connolly, MacArthur “genius” grant recipient and architect of the federal Elder Justice Act, and DOROT’s Executive Director Mark Meridy. They will discuss Connolly’s book The Measure of our Age, which has transformed how society thinks about aging.DOROT is a non-profit social service agency that provides life-enhancing programs and services for adults 60 and older to help them live independently as valued members of the community.ACCESSIBILITYOur building is ADA accessible and the auditorium is equipped with a hearing loop. Additionally, we have 4 assisted listening devices that can be borrowed for programs on a first-come first-served basis. Please reach out to dorotprograms@dorotusa.org with any accessibility questions or requests.PROTOCOLS FOR ATTENDING IN-PERSON PROGRAMS AT DOROTDOROT has no general vaccination or mask requirements in place for older adults and volunteers participating in programs at this time.VaccinationFor the safety of our community, DOROT strongly recommends that everyone be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, and annually against the flu. DOROT requires all employees to be fully vaccinated.MasksMasking is optional for older adults, volunteers and staff in DOROT’s onsite or community programs.Individuals who have had direct exposure to COVID-19 in the last 10 days or have recently tested positive for COVID-19 and are in days 6-10 of infection, may participate in in-person programs only if they have no symptoms and follow CDC guidelines to wear a mask. You can access the CDC’s Isolation and Exposure Calculator at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/isolation.htmlWhen Individuals Should Not Participate in DOROT’s In-Person ActivitiesThe DOROT community’s wellbeing continues to be our top priority. Older adults, volunteers and DOROT staff should cancel their plans to come to DOROT or participate in any in-person scheduled activity, if they:1. Have tested positive in the past 5 days for COVID-19.2. Are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 or other illnesses or are generally not feeling well.DOROT continuously seeks the guidance of medical professionals and authorities and will adapt our protocols as the public health environment changes.If you test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of participating in a program at DOROT, please reach out to your DOROT program contact. This is for informational purposes only. You may return in person programs after a 5-days and no longer symptomatic.Thank you for helping us maintain the wellbeing of our DOROT community. This information and other protocols related to COVID-19 can be found on our website using the link here . - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/navigating-care-and-connection-a-conversation-in-person-at-dorot/100001977947834217 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Dorot - **lat**: 40.7869929 - **long**: -73.9750814 - **full address**: Dorot, 171 West 85th Street, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Navigating Care and Connection: A Conversation IN-PERSON AT DOROT - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/11aa5473c31b5a84fa45b5754922aad87dddce59b3ca8c1de995e92df743c610-rimg-w1189-h667-dcd5a461-gmir.jpg?v=1768410074 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Navigating Care and Connection: A Conversation IN-PERSON AT DOROT being held? - **A:** Navigating Care and Connection: A Conversation IN-PERSON AT DOROT takes place on Mon, 02 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Mon, 02 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Dorot, 171 West 85th Street, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Navigating Care and Connection: A Conversation IN-PERSON AT DOROT? - **A:** Navigating Care and Connection: A Conversation IN-PERSON AT DOROT is organized by DOROT's Onsite & Special Programs Department. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Navigating Care and Connection: A Conversation IN-PERSON AT DOROT is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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