More than two dozen local lawmakers on Long Island have signed on to a letter with AARP New York to Governor Hochul urging her to increase funding for in-home services
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel and Medicare Rights Center President Frederic Riccardi have sent a letter to Governor Hochul urging her to sign legislation that would make it easier for New Yorkers to enroll in Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs), a move that would save eligible individuals thousands of dollars a year.
New Yorkers age 50 and over have the experience, expertise, and commitment to make our state shine again, but this cohort that contributes so much to every community faces its own unique challenges that must be addressed. With its over 2.2 million members statewide, AARP New York has released the 2025 "AARP New York State Blueprint For Action” and is calling on the Hochul administration and state lawmakers to develop clear plans to address ageism and make New York State more age-friendly so New Yorkers 50 and over can safely, affordably, and happily grow older here.
Fire safety information is valuable in order to prevent home fires, escape from a home fire, or learn how to recover after a home fire. Connect with AARP Long Island and the American Red Cross for two Home Fire Safety presentations this June.
AARP Long Island is thrilled to sponsor and connect with AARP members and guests at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum and Reichert Planetarium in Centerport, at Music Laser Light shows! Music lovers can enjoy these immersive visual shows that are projected overhead on a 60-foot dome.
Improve your Mah Jongg game-playing confidence and develop new strategies with AARP New York! AARP members and guests are invited to participate in our 4-part Mah Jongg – Strategies and Variations series. Deepen your knowledge of the classic yet complex game played by millions of people around the world.
En español | ALBANY, N.Y. - AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel issued the following statement today on the New York State Legislature’s expected passage of the aid to localities bill in the state budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year:
Connect with AARP New York at select Brooklyn Cyclones games this summer! AARP members and guests can access up to 15% off tickets using promo code SUMMER on their website. Look for AARP staff and volunteers at the ballpark on the concourse level, and stop by our table to learn more about what we are doing in your community.