Community Center
VISIONS at Selis Manor is an adaptive community center located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, and offers an array of programs and services for adults who are blind and visually impaired.
Our community center is a safe space for participants to socialize, develop new friendships, receive support from their peers, learn about resources, and develop/focus on goals, all while learning how to remain independent in their homes and communities. Participants are welcome to join our programs at no cost either in person or virtually.
Participants Enjoy:
Health and Wellness
Our health and wellness programs are designed to get you into shape and feeling good about fitness and your overall health. We offer Zumba, Yoga, Light Aerobics, Line Dancing, and more.
Arts and Education Programs
Tap into your creative side through fun programs including EYES (Every Year Every Story), Cherub Improv, Photography, Knitting, Music & Culture Year by Year, News of the Week, and so much more.
Support Groups and Counseling Services
If you’re struggling with vision loss, family issues, job-related issues, or life in general, we are here to support you. We offer one-on-one and group sessions led by licensed social workers.
Entertainment
We like to have fun and kick back here with talent shows, fashion shows, movie night & movie day (verbally descriptive), coffee house, poetry, plays and many other performances.
Computer & Technology Services
Stay up-to-date with the latest technology through classes including Keyboarding, Introduction to iPhone and Accessible Apps, Beginner’s iPhone, Intro to GMail, NLS book downloads, and more.
Social Services, Benefits, and Referrals
If you need assistance with food stamp applications, housing, referrals to our food pantry, find a home health aide, resolving issues with Medicaid etc. we can help!
For Older Adults (60+)
VISIONS Center on Aging
VISIONS Center on Aging, located at Selis Manor in Manhattan, is an Older Adult Center (OAC) for individuals ages 60 and older that reside within the five boroughs of New York City.
VISIONS Center on Aging offers a wide variety of programs, services, and activities designed to encourage social interaction, physical activity, and healthy aging. All programs, services, and activities at VISIONS Center on Aging are offered at no charge to participants.
While we specialize in serving older adults with visual impairments, it is not a requirement to join. Participants can join either in-person, or virtually!
To Learn More
We are more than welcome to give you a tour and show you everything we have to offer at our facility! To request a tour, or for the most up-to-date copy of our program schedules, click any of the buttons below.