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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.
NOV 10, 2025
This holiday season, treat yourself and loved ones to the drama, passion, and beauty of world-class opera. From now through January 23, 2026, AARP members and can guests can enjoy up to 4 tickets at just $50 each (plus tax) for select Orchestra Rear and Orchestra Balance sections.
NOV 10, 2025
ALBANY, N.Y. — AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel issued the following statement today in response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement of new protections and resources for New Yorkers struggling with home heating assistance.
NOV 7, 2025
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a chance to recognize the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made by America’s 63 million family caregivers every single day.
Without action, gas, electric and water shutoffs would begin next week as New Yorkers continue to struggle with economic effects of COVID-19
ALBANY, N.Y. - AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel issued the following statement on Governor Andrew Cuomo signing into law S3058-Rivera/A3919-Hevesi, a bill to protect the safety of nursing home residents:
Urges Governor to Sign Measure, Restore Rights of Residents’ Families
ALBANY, N.Y. - AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel issued the following statement on New York State’s decision to expand eligibility for COVID-19 vaccines to all New Yorkers 50 and over:
Organizations Urge State to Tap Newly Available Federal Funding to Help Caregivers - Mostly Grandparents - Access Grants, Services
AARP New York Urges Creation of Unified Scheduling System for COVID-19 Vaccinations in New York City
Organization Encourages City Council to Pass Intro 2236
ALBANY, N.Y.— AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel released the following statement in response to the New York State Senate’s and Assembly’s passage of their respective 2021-22 State Budget resolutions:
Some Must Travel Far; Lower Success Rate for People of Color
ALBANY, N.Y.— AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel released the following statement in response to news stories in today’s Wall Street Journal and New York Times about New York State’s reporting of nursing home resident deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic:
AARP Applauds NYC Effort to Bring Affordable High-Speed Internet Access to Underserved Neighborhoods
(New York, NY) -- AARP New York today applauded Mayor Bill de Blasio’s newly announced high-speed internet expansion effort that seeks to increase the availability of affordable high-speed internet throughout New York City.
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