[VIDEO] Meet René Carpenito, a Hairstyling Helping the Elderly Age With Grace in The Bronx

During the Holocaust, Jacqueline Kimmelstiel had one lipstick. She was a teenager at the time, and the small bit of makeup made her feel beautiful. Now at 91, Jackie gets her hair done every two weeks at the Riverwalk Salon, part of her independent living community in the Bronx, NY. For Jacqueline and other residents, the in-house salon is a place for socialization and self care.

Matt Coneybeare

Matt Coneybeare

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Matt enjoys exploring the City's with his partner and son. He is an avid marathon runner, and spends most of his time eating, running, and working on cool stuff.

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