They claimed dozens of community projects, including support for the homeless, activities for elderly people, subsidised meals for the local community, and activities for children and young people, would be affected.

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Stevenson and four businessmen were charged in part with conspiring to pass a bill in the state Legislature to protect a new Bronx adult center from competitors for three years to give the center a monopoly against other facilities that might want to offer meals, social activities and supervision for the elderly and disabled.

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This year they have donated 8, 387 hours to 420 elderly people which they support with "comfort care packages", which includes activities as simple as walking the dog.

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According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, one-quarter of elderly who are eligible for both programs need assistance with at least three activities of daily living (such as bathing, going to the bathroom, eating, or dressing).

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