Gil Cintron, LMSW, writing on aging, recovery, and the systems that support long-term stability.
Introduction
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with decades of experience in community-based services and long-
term recovery. My work focuses on individuals aging in recovery and the systems needed to support them.
Through writing and program development, I explore practical, policy-relevant solutions that promote
stability, dignity, and independence.
Gilberto “Gil” Cintron, a Licensed Master Social Worker, is a community-based practitioner with decades of experience across the human services spectrum, including work with older adults, child welfare, public housing, youth development, and immigrant communities. He has held leadership roles in program development and administration, including overseeing the New York City Housing Authority’s Drug Elimination Program.
His work has consistently focused on supporting individuals and families impacted by addiction, poverty,
and social instability. Drawing on both professional experience and long-term personal recovery, he now
focuses on advancing recovery-aware, community-based models that support individuals aging in
recovery with dignity, stability, and independence.
Featured Publication
Fellowship as a Social Support System for Aging Adults in Recovery: A New York Perspective.
This article explores the role of fellowship as a critical support system for older adults in long-term recovery and examines implications for social work practise and policy.
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About the Author
Gilberto “Gil” Cintrón, LMSW, is a community-based practitioner with decades of experience in recovery and social services. His current work focuses on aging in recovery and the systems needed to support long-term stability.