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As part of celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, AARP New York asked elected officials from around the state to share their stories about why they decided to run for office, why it’s important to celebrate AAPI Month, and what New Yorkers age 50-plus can do to get involved in local and state public policy. The legislators and their responses are below.
Four Million Americans, Including 283,000+ NYers Signed AARP Petition Calling on Congress to Act; AARP NY Delivered NY Petitions to Senator Today
The following is a guest post by Jed A. Levine, President Emeritus of CaringKind, a New York City organization that works with community partners to develop the information, tools and training to support individuals and families affected by dementia.
35 Organizations Urge NYS Legislative Leaders to Include Family Caregiver Tax Credit in State Budget
Health, Consumer, Aging & Other Groups Call for Groundbreaking Senate-Backed Pilot
Four Million Americans, Including 283,000+ NYers Signed AARP Petition Calling on Congress to Act; AARP NY Delivered NY Petitions to Senate Leader Today
AARP Applauds Lawmakers for Fair Pay for Home Care, Utility Bill Relief, Family Caregiver Tax Credit, Increased Nursing Home Oversight, Help with Rx Costs
As NY’s Population Rapidly Ages, Voters 50+ Want Cost-Effective Long Term Care Services at Home; State Must Address Worst Home Care Worker Shortage in U.S.
With the recent swearing in of a new mayor, borough presidents and a majority of the 51-seat City Council, AARP in New York City would normally have spent the early part of the year meeting new lawmakers. Unfortunately, the coronavirus pandemic forestalled such in-person events.
As part of celebrating Black History Month, AARP New York asked elected officials from around the state to share their stories about why they decided to run for office, why it’s important to celebrate Black History Month, and what New Yorkers age 50-plus can do to get involved in local and state public policy. The legislators and their responses are below.
Groups urge Leader Stewart-Cousins, Speaker Heastie to combat utility arrears in “one house” budget resolutions
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