Advocacy

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

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.

AARP New York is hoping to help pass legislation that would require the state to develop a plan for lower prescription drug prices.

Analysis of Voter Participation Shows More Are Opting Out of Party Enrollment

State Data Reflects Especially Long Wait Lists in Upstate Rural Counties

New York's Black and Hispanic voters also are supportive of a proposal to allow lower-cost drugs to be imported from Canada,

State Director Beth Finkel Testifies at State Hearing

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.

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