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Banks details poor conditions at NYCHA older adult centers

New York City Council · Oct 27, 2026 · starts 0:07:47 · 47 sec

Banks says OACs are forced to provide services in neglected and disrepair conditions. He lists leaking ceilings, broken elevators, pest problems, mold, outdated kitchens and bathrooms. These conditions sometimes force OAC services to be suspended or halted.

Chris Banks

However, the older adult centers have been forced to provide services in far less than ideal conditions.

Chris Banks

And with NITRA facilities, they are used to being consistently neglected or in disrepair.

Chris Banks

Leaking ceilings, broken elevators, pest problems, mold issues.

Chris Banks

outdated kitchens and bathrooms and more have not only affected the older adult centers, but also the residents receiving their services.

Chris Banks

Often the conditions are so bad that the OAC services have to be suspended or halted altogether.

Chris Banks

Leaving both providers and recipients in limbo as they wait for repairs.