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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
SYRACUSE, NY—Robert O'Connor was honored today with AARP's highest award for community service. O'Connor of Fayetteville was presented with the 2022 Andrus Award for Community Service at the AARP Community Service Luncheon in Syracuse.
The Home Energy Assistance Program Benefit opens on November 1.
Attention Long Island voters: Before you cast your ballot in these all-important mid-term elections, hear the candidates for Congress in their own voices addressing the issues you care about. AARP New York collaborated with Vision Long Island to bring you candidate conversations so you can hear directly from the candidates seeking to represent you in the U.S. House of Representatives about where they stand on key issues like Social Security, Medicare, drug prices, and more!
AARP asked New York Senate District 6 candidates about their views on utility affordability, family caregiving and more.
AARP asked New York Senate District 5 candidates about their views on utility affordability, family caregiving and more.
AARP asked New York Senate District 5 candidates about their views on utility affordability, family caregiving and more.
AARP asked New York Senate District 1 candidates about their views on utility affordability, family caregiving and more.
AARP asked New York Senate District y candidates about their views on utility affordability, family caregiving and more.
AARP asked New York Senate District 4 candidates about their views on utility affordability, family caregiving and more.
Join AARP NY as we bring together thought leaders, elected officials, government agencies, business and non-profit leaders for this series of discussions about the particular challenges and unique opportunities that MWBE’s (Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises) face. Additionally, we’ll discuss current best practices and public policy solutions around MWBE’s.
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