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.
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.
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.
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.
3.5 M Could Miss Middle Class Retirement; AARP Urges State-Facilitated Workplace Retirement Savings Option; Backs Proposals to Fight Elder Financial Exploitation
ALBANY, N.Y. - AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel released the following statement today in response to Governor Andrew Cuomo's proposal to toughen penalties for identity theft and other cybercrimes:
ALBANY, New York – AARP New York today praised State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie for appointing Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo of Binghamton as the new Chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging. Following is a statement by Beth Finkel, State Director of AARP in New York, home to 2.6 million AARP members:
AARP New York is urging legislators to boost the 2017-18 state budget for non-Medicaid services that help older New Yorkers age safely at home. The goal is to provide transportation, home-delivered meals, adult day care and other services for people who are eligible for, but are not yet receiving, home- and community-based services.
ALBANY, N.Y. – New York utility consumers have a nearly billion-dollar ESCO problem. New Yorkers who signed up with an energy service company (ESCO) paid nearly $820 million more for their power than if they had stayed with their local utility company during the 30-month period ending June 30, 2016, according to the state’s official utility regulating body.