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Happy Fourth of July from everyone at VillageCareMAX! Wishing you a day filled with fireworks, barbecues, and cherished moments with loved ones. Let’s celebrate the spirit of independence and freedom together! #july4th #fourthofjuly #happyindependenceday #independenceday #villagecare #villagecaremax

As Pride Month comes to a close, we’d like to shine a spotlight on Harvey Milk, a pioneering politician and activist who became one of the first openly gay elected officials in the United States when he won a seat on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in 1977. His election was a significant milestone for the LGBTQ+ community, symbolizing hope and progress in the fight for civil rights. Milk advocated for social justice and equality, emphasizing the importance of representation and visibility for marginalized groups. During his term, Milk passed a bill banning discrimination in housing, employment, and public accommodations based on sexual orientation. Tragically, his life was cut short in 1978, but his legacy ensures as a symbol of courage and resilience in the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights. His life and contributions were honored in the Oscar-winning film “Milk.” And May 22 is recognized as Harvey Milk Day in his honor. #pridemonth #LGBTQ #Pride2024 #LGBTQIA #pridecelebration #prideparade #queerpride #villagecaremax #villagecare

🌟✨👑Our Assisted Living facility, VillageCare at 46 & Ten, held an unforgettable prom night on June 20th! Residents and staff dressed up to the nines for a fun-filled evening of dinner, dancing, and the crowning of the Prom King and Queen. The evening was made even more special by a captivating performance and routine by Captain Crunch – 46 & 10 resident Franklyn Sanders. The festivities also included a heartfelt presentation of certificates of recognition to our amazing resident volunteers. It was a night to remember! #villagecare #villagecaremax #assistedliving #promnight #prom #promqueen #promking #seniorprom

📣 Reminder! Don't miss the VillageCareMAX Summer Job Fair happening tomorrow at our Charles Street, New York office! This is a great opportunity to explore exciting career options and meet our team. For all open positions go to villagecare.org/careers If you can't make it, no worries! Just email your resume to jobs@villagecare.org #VillageCareMAX #VillageCare #SummerJobFair #JobFair #NYCJobs #NewYorkJobs

As part of our Pride Month series, VillageCareMAX is spotlighting activists who have made significant contributions to the LGBTQ movement, such as Sylvia Rivera. Rivera was a pioneering transgender activist and a key figure in the LGBTQ rights movement. As a founding member of the Gay Liberation Front and the Gay Activists Alliance, she fought tirelessly for the rights and visibility of transgender and gender-nonconforming people. She co-founded Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR) an organization that provided housing and support for homeless LGBTQ youth in New York City. Throughout her life, she advocated for the inclusion and recognition of transgender individuals within the broader LGBTQ movement, emphasizing the intersectional nature of discrimination and activism. Sylvia Rivera's legacy continues to inspire ongoing efforts for equality and justice for all LGBTQ communities. [Pride Month, LGBTQ, LGBTQIA, Pride Parade, New York Pride, Villagecare, VillageCareMAX] #pridemonth #LGBTQ #Pride2024 #LGBTQIA #pridecelebration #prideparade #queerpride #villagecaremax #villagecare #transgender

Kickstart your summer right! Join us at our upcoming Job Fair in Manhattan on Wednesday June 26! Swipe to see our open positions. For all open positions go to villagecare.org/careers Can't make it to the job fair? Email your resume to jobs@villagecare.org #VillageCareMAX #VillageCare #SummerJobFair #JobFair #NYCJobs #NewYorkJobs

Juneteenth is a day of remembrance and celebration. At VillageCareMAX, we honor the significance of freedom and renew our commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse community. Let's join hands, embrace our diversity, and keep moving towards a more just society. #Juneteenth2024 #InclusionMatters #diversityandinclusion #juneteenth #endslavery #freedom #villagecare #villagecaremax #medicare #medicaid #healthcareforall #healthequity

Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there! VillageCareMAX celebrates and appreciates the outstanding fathers among us, who bring joy, love and strength to their families and our communities. Thank you for being exceptional role models and nurturing forces in the lives of your loved ones. #fathersday #superdads #fatherdaycelebration #villagecare #villagecaremax #medicare #medicaid

Continuing our Pride Month series, we highlight Barbara Gittings, a pioneering activist whose tireless efforts laid the groundwork for the LGBTQ equality movement. She played a crucial role in organizing the first gay rights demonstrations in the 1960s and was instrumental in the campaign to remove homosexuality from the American Psychiatric Association's list of mental disorders. She organized the New York chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis, the first lesbian civil and political rights organization in the United States. Gittings also served as the head of the American Library Association's Gay Task Force, advocating for the inclusion of LGBTQ literature in libraries nationwide. Her dedication and bravery have left an indelible mark on the fight for LGBTQ rights. #pridemonth #LGBTQ #Pride2024 #LGBTQIA #pridecelebration #prideparade #queerpride #villagecaremax #villagecare