As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
As part of 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 4 million family caregivers provide an estimated 2.1 billion hours of care for older parents, spouses, and other loved ones each year.
AARP New York is committed to helping you become empowered financially so you can live your best life whether you are still in the workforce, preparing for retirement or retired. You can get the latest expert advice on financial literacy, money management, retirement savings, budgeting, estate planning and more right here through our programs, both virtual and in-person. We’re also advocating for you at both the state and local level to make sure you can afford your utilities, prescription drugs and groceries.
En Español |AARP New York and the Medicare Rights Center want you to know that extra money is available to help pay for your Medicare costs. With recently expanded eligibility guidelines, more New Yorkers than ever can qualify for a program that can help with out-of-pocket Medicare expenses like your premiums, copays, coinsurances, and deductibles!
En español | ALBANY, N.Y. - AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel issued the following statement today on the New York State Legislature’s expected passage of the aid to localities bill in the state budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year:
The Hochul administration ignored serious problems with a state-funded program providing vital home- and community-based services designed to keep older New Yorkers in their own homes
Interested in seeing lively opera performances this springtime? Meet AARP New York at The Metropolitan Opera for a musical experience of various performances of La Rondine, The Hours, Carmen, and more!
AARP New York and the Public Utility Law Project called on Governor Hochul and the State Legislature to protect an energy discount program and include other measures in the 2024-2025 state budget to help struggling households pay their utility bills and address New York State’s energy affordability problem.