As we age, nurturing our mental, emotional, and physical health becomes more important than ever. Did you know that spending time in nature isn’t just relaxing—it can actively improve your health, boost your mood, and even strengthen your immune system?
From September 15 to October 15, AARP New York proudly celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the vibrant cultures, rich histories, and impactful contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across New York State.
November is Family Caregiving Month and Military Family Month. As a family caregiver, you may be responsible for managing and administering lots of medication. If you have medications in your home that are no longer needed or expired, AARP Long Island encourages you to dispose of them safely this November.
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.
If you find thoughts of wills and estate planning overwhelming, you’re not alone. AARP New York is here to demystify the process with its popular series of workshops on legal paperwork.
AARP New York announced today that Sonia Valentin Fernandez of New York City was named as a runner-up in AARP’s Show Your Love Volunteer Contest. As part of AARP’s Create the Good® program, the competition honors exceptional individuals who have continued their volunteerism and service in the wake of the current coronavirus crisis.
AARP New York and Herald Community Newspapers present "LIVING 50 PLUS – HEALTH, WEALTH, SELF" a three-part virtual webinar for AARP members and guests in August, September, and October.
AARPNY and Red Nut Films is proud to host a free screening of "Decade of Fire" - a documentary about burning buildings of the South Bronx in the 1970’s when nearly half a million people were displaced as their community was burnt to the ground. While insidious government policies caused the devastation, Blacks and Puerto Rican residents bore the blame.
Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. So this fall, AARP New York, along with the Alzheimer's Association, is launching Alzheimer's Disease: Practical Information for All Ages, a FREE series of statewide Alzheimer's education programs. Each program is 60 minutes long, plus a Q&A session that can address concerns about diagnosis, research, treatment, and support.
Join AARP NY and Asian Cinevision, for the 44th annual Asian American International Film Festival from August 11-22. This is the longest-running festival dedicated to showcasing the moving image work by artists of Asian descent for and about the Asian diaspora.