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.
Join us online to make sure you prepare for your future and for your loved ones. We're hosting four (4) virtual workshop with guest speaker, Attorney Jeff Rheinhardt, an elder law and estate planning expert, who will review and discuss variations of important legal documents you need to have in order, both during a pandemic and beyond, to make sure your wishes are followed.
AARPNY along with Writers & Books is proud to present: Rediscovering the Lost Tradition of Letter Writing, a five part series on how letters can help us all stay better connected, learn more about our own lives and share ourselves in a meaningful way during times of increased social isolation. Register below for your reminder and connect with us Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. on AARPNY’s Facebook page to watch this series which includes award-winning poets and writers Reginald Dwayne Betts, Sandra Spanier, Cornelius Eady, Lauren Groff, and Sonja Livingston.
This March a state moratorium on utility shutoffs, put in place because of the economic hardship caused by the coronavirus, is scheduled to end. But there are ways for consumers to keep the power on. To get an additional 180 days and a deferred-payment agreement, customers must certify their need with their utility company.
What does a Gen X’er and a Millennial have in common? Connect with us on Monday, December 21 at 6 pm EST as #AARPNY presents an intergenerational series, “Reggie and Tevin Speak” featuring our own Reggie Nance as he leads discussions with Tevin Lanier on the topics of aging, caregiving, financial security, and personal fulfillment.