David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
Navigating Apps with Changes in Memory: Join Our Study
December 2, 2025
Weill Cornell Medicine seeks older adults with mild memory loss for a study on improving navigation apps. Participation is valuable,...
CBN Steps Into 2022 With A Pair of New Programs for Seniors
The Carter Burden Network (CBN), going into the new year, adds two new programs on Zoom for the Roosevelt Island Senior Center. The Roosevelt Island Daily STRENGTH CLASS WITH ROAD RUNNERS STRIDERSFirst Class this Thursday, December 30th. Every Thursday from 10am…
COVID Surge Forces a Pause in All CBN/RI Senior Center Programing.
The Roosevelt Island Daily News “We are closing the Senior Center to all programing until further notice” said Senior Center director Lisa Fernandez. The congregate lunch program will distribute grab-n go-meals 11:30-1:00 daily Case assistance will be available remotely and…
Holiday Pop-Up at the Senior Center, December 11th & 12th
The Carter Burden Network, managers of the Roosevelt Island Senior Center, announced a Holiday Pop-Up. All are welcome for a fun filled shopping and eating experience, next weekend. More from the Roosevelt Island Daily
On Saturday, Eileen Fisher Renew was a Roosevelt Island Smash
Eileen Fisher Renew, an event brought to Roosevelt Island by the Carter Burden Network, was a smash hit. Asked about the results, CBN director Lisa Fernandez told The Daily that only three pair of shoes and one pair of pants…
On Monday, open doors welcome a return to semi-normal for Roosevelt Island Seniors
The Carter Burden Network (CBN) announces a return to semi-normal for Roosevelt Island Seniors as RISC reopens on Main Street. By David Stone The Roosevelt Island Daily News “RISC has been given the green light to open our doors,” CBN/RI…
Outside In: Mayor Orders Senior Centers Open Amid Confusion
Reuven Blau, THE CITY This article was originally publishedon Jun 1 at 9:01pm EDTby THE CITY The city’s 249 senior centers will completely reopen in two weeks and outdoor activities will resume immediately, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday. The…
Roosevelt Island Senior Center Stirs with Grab & Go Frozen Meals, Starting Monday
Last week, the Carter Burden Network announced that Grab & Go meals would return on Monday, May 24th. Operating twice each week, it’s the first significant activity at the CBN/RI Senior Center since the start of the pandemic. CBN Director…
Sweet Valentine’s from across the river bless Roosevelt Island seniors with love
The generosity of the Carter Burden Network, Rockefeller University and the mom/son team of Lisa and Andreas Tsatsas blesses Roosevelt Island’s homebound seniors with love, this Valentine’s Day.
Turning Fifty, a Milestone Achievement for the Carter Burden Network
“On January 18, 2021, Carter Burden Network celebrated its 50th anniversary as an aging services provider!” wrote executive director Bill Dionne. He penned an open letter to the community. By David Stone Roosevelt Island Daily News Even in this city of 8…
Free Tax Prep on Roosevelt Island, If You Qualify
Free tax prep has been available through cooperation with the CBN/RI Senior Center in years past. But this year, it’s different. Here are the guidelines…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor