AARP New York

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Long-time Executive Council Member William McDonald will advocate on behalf of all New Yorkers age 50+

AARP New York volunteers are a dynamic group of people using skills they’ve cultivated. They work to improve the lives of fellow New Yorkers — and not just folks age 50 and older. They may attend a hip hop concert and hand out fliers about Medicare. They might lend a hand at food drives around Thanksgiving. Or they may travel to Albany to make sure the governor and state legislators are aware of vital issues, like caregiving support and unaffordable prescription drug prices. Whether you love meeting new people, working on projects that matter to your community, or speaking up on issues that impact people 50 and older, AARP has a role for you.

Long Island stands at a demographic crossroads. With 41% of the population being ages 50 and older, these communities face both challenges and economic opportunities. These policy roadmaps illustrate how targeted policies and age-friendly initiatives yield substantial economic returns while enhancing the quality of life for residents of all ages throughout Long Island.

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.

En Español |AARP New York and the Medicare Rights Center want you to know that extra money is available to help pay for your Medicare costs. With recently expanded eligibility guidelines, more New Yorkers than ever can qualify for a program that can help with out-of-pocket Medicare expenses like your premiums, copays, coinsurances, and deductibles!

At AARP, we constantly track the latest fraud scams to stay one step ahead of scammers. According to the FBI’s most recent Elder Fraud Report, elder fraud complaints to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center increased by 46%, and associated losses increased by 43% in 2024. New York had the fourth highest number of complaints filed by people over the age of 60, and is the fourth highest in monetary losses in this age group, according to the FBI data.