The 1970s were a landmark decade in filmmaking, making it the perfect backdrop for a film series celebrating 50 years of impact by the Islip Arts Council and the 90th anniversary of Social Security. This free event series, presented in collaboration with AARP New York, highlights iconic films while offering resources for the community.
EN ESPAÑOL | White Plains, N.Y. — AARP New York was joined today by state and local officials in Westchester County to fight Con Edison’s proposal to raise its electric and gas rates by more than $2 billion. The attendees said the rate increase proposal would impose additional financial strain on hundreds of thousands of households already burdened by rising utility costs.
Join AARP New York for a Virtual Author talk with Stephanie Dray, author of Becoming Madam Secretary. Discover how Frances Perkins shaped Social Security and changed history. Don’t miss this powerful blend of literature and legacy.
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.
New York, NY—During a lively virtual roundtable discussion this week, key lawmakers and advocates for older New Yorkers called for a societal shift in how aging is perceived in the workforce and highlighted legislation that would combat age discrimination.
Join AARP New York for Tackling Tough Conversations, a 3-part virtual program to learn about the questions caregivers should be asking and the information they should be sharing with loved ones.
As part of celebrating Black History Month, AARP New York asked elected officials from around the state to share their stories about why they decided to run for office, why it’s important to celebrate Black History Month, and what New Yorkers age 50-plus can do to get involved in local and state public policy. The legislators and their responses are below.
AARP New York proudly celebrates Black History Month and we are excited to bring you a multitude of virtual events right to the comfort of your own home!
Applications are currently being accepted through March 22, 2022, 5:00 p.m. ET.To submit an application and learn more about the work being funded by the Community Challenge both here in New York, as well as across the nation, visit aarp.org/CommunityChallenge.
En español | ALBANY, N.Y. – AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel issued the following statement in response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2022-23 Executive Budget proposal: