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 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.
New York residents can schedule new COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
Connect with AARP Long Island this year at The Creative Ministries Performing Arts Center for discounts on select performances for in-person live theatrical entertainment! Come by the AARP table in the lobby before, during or after each show and meet AARP volunteers, staff and other members and learn more about what AARP is doing in the local community.
Albany, N.Y. – Thousands of older New Yorkers are waiting for the essential services they need to live independently and safely in their homes, and today AARP New York and other aging advocates called on Governor Kathy Hochul and state legislative leaders for the adequate funding that would end these delays that too often have proven to be life-threatening and even fatal.
AARP Long Island is proud to bring you discounted tickets to local theaters in your backyard. AARP members and guests can enjoy 20% off select shows from the following theaters. Please visit each respective link to learn more about the available offerings:
Discover the life and legacy of one of the most iconic figures in the fight for women's rights—Susan B. Anthony! Join AARP New York for an exciting opportunity to step into history with both in-person and virtual tours of the Susan B. Anthony Museum & House in Rochester, NY. Whether you're exploring the historic home in person or from the comfort of your own home, this event is sure to inspire.
Islip Arts Council is celebrating its 50th Anniversary, and AARP Long Island is excited to collaborate on a special exhibition: FIVE DECADES OF INSPIRATION. This unique event invites artists aged 50 and over to submit artwork that reflects their favorite decade—whether it's the 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s, or 10s.
Make your neighborhood more walkable and safe. Join AARP New York’s Taking it to the Streets: Improving Pedestrian Safety effort to share the state of your neighborhood’s sidewalks and intersections. In just 10 minutes, you can do a walk audit and help spark change in your community.
Join us for Workout Mondays! Connect with AARP New York and IndoRican Dance and Fitness for a series of Balance Bootcamp and Ballet Fit virtual classes.