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.
November is a time for connection, celebration, and giving—but it’s also prime season for scammers. Each week this month, AARP New York will share tips to help you protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud. Bookmark this page and check back weekly for new insights.
In August, 1.2 million New Yorkers were more than 60 days behind in their utility payments, owing $1.8 billion. AARP NY supports two bills that call for stronger and more accessible consumer representation.
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.
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.