As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
While older driver safety is important year-round, Older Driver Safety Awareness Week is a good time to remind older drivers of the importance of safe driving habits. Typically, the first week of December, many major transportation organizations collaborate to encourage older adults, their family members, and caregivers to be proactive about discussing safe mobility and building a transportation plan.
Join us for Luminous Life, an interactive event designed to celebrate and uplift African American women. This event will feature inspiring speakers on caring for your crown, maximizing your health, and building your wealth. You will leave feeling inspired and empowered with information and resources to live a luminous life.
The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.
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!
enate Bill 968 would establish a right to counsel for low-income residents facing eviction, and AARP Massachusetts sent a letter to lawmakers advocating for its passage.
Caregiving can be complicated, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Planning is the most important aspect of caregiving that will assist caregivers as their loved ones’ age. If planned correctly, older adults will have much input in the decisions concerning them. At a recent AARP Virginia webinar, participants were reminded that it is a process, and having the right tools will make the process less complicated.