AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel issued the following statement in regards to Governor Hochul vetoing A.2468 (Dinowitz) into law, which would have created the state office of the utility consumer advocate.
As part of Family Caregivers Month, AARP New York reached out to legislators so they could share their caregiving stories and why they believe it’s important to highlight services for caregivers. New York State’s 4 million family caregivers provide an estimated 2.1 billion hours of care for older parents, spouses, and other loved ones each year.
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.
AARP is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month by cosponsoring the annual People en Español festival at the Jacob Javits Center in New York, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 15-16.
“Isn’t Social Security the money taken out of my paycheck and put into savings for me? It doesn’t affect me as much as it would affect someone retiring, right? My grandfather used to collect it. I’m not saving my money for when I retire… the government will give me the money I’ve been paying them anyway.”
Cruise around NYC this summer with AARP and Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises and discover what AARP is doing for you while sightseeing on the Hudson. Look for AARP staff and volunteers at one of the select cruise dates below and find out what we are doing in New York City.