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AARP NY Announces Grant Opportunity for Quick-Action Community Improvement Projects

JAN 8, 2025

Applications are currently being accepted through March 5, 2025, 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT

10 Prescription Drugs Medicare Will Negotiate First

The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.

Tell Your Story: Memoir Writing Made Easy

JAN 7, 2025

Have you ever wanted to write your own memoir but didn’t know where to start? Memoirama is the perfect event for you! This unique experience brings together aspiring writers and seasoned authors for a time of inspiration, guidance, and creativity.

AARP Seeks More Funding Needed for In-Home Care

JAN 1, 2025

As New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) prepares to release her budget this month, AARP is pushing for an $83 million boost in funding for programs that serve older residents who need help with daily activities, such as cooking or bathing.

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As Older Population Explodes, 250+ Organizations Urge Doubling of State Aging Budget

NY’s Counties & Hospitals, Advocates for the Aging, Legislative Aging Chairs, Others Seek $252.5M Increase, Boosting Preventive & Cost-Saving Services

Expanding NY’s Earned Income Tax Credit Would Benefit 72K+ Older Low-Wage Workers: Report

With Many 65+ NYers Still Working, Expansion Would Also Write Age Discrimination Out of State Law

New York Legislators Share Their Family Caregiving Stories

For National Family Caregivers Month, AARP New York reached out to legislators so they could share their caregiving stories and why they believe it’s important to highlight services for caregivers. New York State’s 2.2 million  family caregivers provide an estimated  2.1 billion hours  of care for older parents, spouses, and other loved ones each year.

Fight Skyrocketing Rx Prices by Signing Transparency Bill, 42 Groups Urge Governor

Transparency Laws in Other States Have Resulted in Fewer, Lower Rx Price Hikes; AARP NY Also Delivers 3,200+ Member Letters to Governor

AARP NY Sponsors Gift of Music Sweepstakes

Sponsored by AARP New York, Albany Symphony is giving away a pair of mini-subscriptions for 2 guests to attend 3 upcoming shows in the Gift of Music Sweepstakes. The winner can choose the 3 performances they would like to attend.