AARP New York

AARP Working to Ensure Adequate Staff & Equipment to Handle Higher Volume, Help Voters Understand Options

Communities across New York are working each and every day to become more livable for residents of all ages.

AARP Surveys Show Few NYers Knew of or Used Telehealth Pre-Pandemic, Now Most Americans Want to; Time is NOW to Provide Health Care Remotely

Majority Believe it is More Important in Light of Pandemic

Campaign to Focus on Protecting 50-plus Voters and Making Their Voices Heard

Outlines 5 Key Steps State Should Take to Legislators at Hearing on Residential Health Care Facilities and COVID-19

Residents Regain Rights to Sue Over non-COVID Care Going Forward – But What About Rights of 6,300+ Families Who Lost Loved Ones During Pandemic?

We’re not only dedicated to advocating for the health and well-being of the 50+ community, we are also dedicated to having fun! That’s why we’re collaborating with four different Long Island radio stations for the remainder of 2020 to get you dancing and grooving with us.

As we search for glimmers of hope during this difficult time of social distancing, we will be sharing a weekly video series entitled In It Together with inspirational words of encouragement from renowned members of the entertainment industry actors, singers-songwriters and producers created specifically for members and volunteers to help lift their spirits.

AARP New York is the proud sponsor of the next installment of the state legislative forums that are hosted by City & State. The purpose is to hear state lawmakers from across the state outline their legislative and policy priorities for the remainder of the year, working through and around the pandemic, political uncertainty, and more. Specific topics include: Nursing Homes, Long Term Care, and family caregiving; Prescription Drug Affordability; Food Access; Financial Security; and Social Isolation.