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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.
OCT 31, 2025
ALBANY, N.Y. — Yesterday, in a joint letter, AARP New York and the Public Utility Law Project (“PULP”) called on Governor Kathy Hochul to open the Home Energy Assistance Program (“HEAP”) as scheduled on November 3rd and address the funding shortfall until federal funds are restored.
OCT 30, 2025
ALBANY, N.Y. — AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel issued the following statement today in response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s state of emergency declaration and new state funds for food assistance:
OCT 28, 2025
New Data Show 26% Of Adults In New York Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
AARP New York volunteers are a dynamic group of people using skills they’ve cultivated. They work to improve the lives of fellow New Yorkers — and not just folks age 50 and older. They may attend a hip hop concert and hand out fliers about Medicare. They might lend a hand at food drives around Thanksgiving. Or they may travel to Albany to make sure the governor and state legislators are aware of vital issues, like caregiving support and unaffordable prescription drug prices. Whether you love meeting new people, working on projects that matter to your community, or speaking up on issues that impact people 50 and older, AARP has a role for you.
Learn about planning your financial future by joining a free, in-person forum this fall in New York City.
Genealogy offers a meaningful way to connect with family history and cultural heritage. This fall, AARP New York and the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society (NYG&B) are presenting two free programs that introduce the basics of researching Hispanic and Italian ancestry.
Majority Of Voters Say City Is Headed in the Wrong Direction; Affordability, Housing, and Safety Top Concerns
From a double-decker bus tour through Manhattan, landmark light-ups from Times Square to Niagara Falls, to pizza shop conversations across the state, AARP New York brought Social Security’s impact to life
“Slices of the Story” Event Puts a Local Face on the Fight to Protect Social Security
“Slices of the Story” Event at the Grandview Lodge Puts a Local Face on the Fight to Protect Social Security
Slices of the Story” Event at Mama Bella’s Puts a Local Face on the Fight to Protect Social Security
“Slices of the Story” Event at Golden Grain Puts a Local Face on the Fight to Protect Social Security
“Slices of the Story” Event at Capri Pizza and Pasta Puts a Local Face on the Fight to Protect Social Security
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