AARP New York

Calls on State Lawmakers, Governor to Right Wrong Slipped into State Budget

Even during these turbulent times, it's important that we are staying safe and vigilant from scammers. AARPNY wants to ensure that you have all of the relevant information about coronavirus scams so you know what to look out for and how to best protect your family.

As COVID-19 restrictions ease in New York State, nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are preparing to resume in-person visits for families. Visits won’t be the same as before the pandemic, at least until the threat of coronavirus has passed. There may be limits on when, where and for how long you can see loved ones, and distancing rules will likely be in place.

Many New Yorkers are using telemedicine for the first time. The pandemic, however, has underscored the state's disparities with access to health care and broadband internet service, especially in rural areas.

Do you have an eye for the perfect picture? If you're looking to enhance and share your photos or learn the basics, join our 2-part virtual workshop in collaboration with the Cepa Gallery to take your smartphone photography game to the next level!

Do you enjoy a good laugh? Join #AARPNY and 108 Soul as we bring four of NYC’s hardest working comics together for a new Disrupt Aging comedy series. Tune in on Wednesday, July 15th at 7pm for the first stream with Comedian Onika McLean: www.facebook.com/108soulny. Then, meet Onika at 7:15pm on our @AARPNY Facebook page to hear how she is #DisruptAging: www.facebook.com/AARPNY.

ALBANY, N.Y. - AARP New York and the Public Utility Law Project (PULP) today voiced strong opposition to a proposal from utility regulators and NYSEG/RG&E to raise the utility companies’ rates and enact other measures over the next three years.

Juneteenth, an annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, has been celebrated by African-Americans since the late 1800s. But this year, following nationwide protests over police brutality and racial injustices, there is renewed and more widespread interest in this day that celebrates freedom.To bring perspective to this 155-year-old celebration, here’s a message from AARP’s Regional Vice President, Rawle Andrews Jr.

This month we will honor and celebrate all those who have made a difference in the LGBT community and movement. AARP New York will post several video conversations with prominent members of the LGBT community. Stay tuned this month for a video message from New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson, media personality Perez Hilton, and Tony-nominated actor and comedian Mario Cantone, among others.

Groups Applaud PSC Actions to Stem Rate Hikes, Ensure Downstaters Stay Cool; Urges Governor to Sign Bill Banning Power Shutoffs Up to 6 Months Post-Pandemic