Great turnout at Stony Brook University for the Suffolk County Executive Candidate Forum sponsored by AARP Long Island and moderated by Chantee Lans #SuffolkVotes2023 #50PlusVotersCount

Early voting for Suffolk County Executive Elections starts tomorrow, October 28, and runs through November 5. Make a plan to vote and make a difference: aarp.org/SuffolkVotes #50PlusVotersCount #2023Elections

In amNewYork™: “The power of NY's older voters.” #AARPNY-sponsored study finds older (& younger) voters are fleeing the major political parties in NYC & Long Island to register independent –increasing the strength of voters 50+ (see pgs 13-16) calameo.com/read/006530363…

REMINDER! Early voting for New York’s third congressional district’s special election begins February 3 and runs through February 11. To learn about key election dates, information and how to register to vote, visit our New York 2024 Elections blog: 🗳️ spr.ly/6016pgk12 🗳️

‘A Force to Be Reckoned With’: #AARPNY-sponsored report by Gotham Government Relations finds women voters 50+ are largest subgroup of voters in Congressional District #NY3 where special election is Feb. 13 to fill ex-Rep. George Santos’ seat. states.aarp.org/new-york/study… Mazi Melesa Pilip

ATTENTION New Yorkers! Today, February 13, is Special Election Day for NY’s third congressional district. Make sure you head to the polls & make your vote count! Learn more about important dates and election information on our NY 2024 Elections blog:🗳️ spr.ly/6019pgkAV 🗳️

Meet the unsung heroes: family #caregivers. They juggle jobs and raising children while taking care of their aging loved ones. Every day. Join #AARPNY in the fight to get more funding for vital home- & community-based services. Call your lawmaker: 877-705-2051

More than 3,000 scams targeting older adults were reported on Long Island in 2023 and they continue to rise! $73M stolen in Nassau county & $53M taken in Suffolk county. Beth Finkel: Be cautious of anyone contacting you and asking for money: longisland.news12.com/aarp-73-millio… #FightFraud

Line dance your way into the weekend by joining us in the Bronx today for a FREE shredding event 💃💃💃 We're at: Eastchester Church 3020 Eastchester Road from 11 am-2pm. 3 bag or box limit per person. Find a location near you: aarp.org/NYStopScams #FightFraudShredIt Beth Finkel

We're just getting started for our #FightFraudShredIt events with more coming this weekend! The team is in Liverpool and Glens Falls NY today. Visit our blog for the details: aarp.org/NYStopScams. Stay ahead of scammers by safely disposing of your documents at our free events.

Say👋 to the team who is in Liverpool, NY today until 2pm. Join us to safely shred your personal documents. Can't join us today - we'll also be in Long Island, Harlem and Rochester this weekend! Visit our blog to find out more info: aarp.org/NYStopScams. #FightFraudShredIt

The governor & legislative leaders fail to address needs of older NYers in 24-25 budget. Billion$ being added to final state budget yet some of NY’s most vulnerable fragile residents & family #caregivers ignored states.aarp.org/new-york/aarp-… Governor Kathy Hochul @CarlHeastie Sen. Stewart-Cousins

Security experts recommend shredding old documents, canceled checks, expired credit cards, driver's licenses, insurance cards & passports. #AARPLongIsland shredded in the rain in Selden & Sayville today to keep people safe from scammers. aarp.org/NYStopScams #FightFraudShredIt

👟 #AARPNY took action for safer streets! Our walk audits in places like Mineola & East Patchogue spotlighted Long Island's most dangerous intersections, driving change for safer, walkable communities. Together, we’re building a more livable NY! #WalkSafeNY #LivableCommunities

🚶‍♂️🚦 #AARPNY is working to improve safety at Long Island’s most dangerous intersections! Today, we were in Glen Cove with Mayor Panzenbeck, raising awareness for safer, more walkable communities. Let’s keep making a difference across NYS! Learn more: aarp.org/NYWalks?cmp=SN…

Veterans deserve our support. 🏡❤️ Watch Beth Finkel discuss #AARPNY’s program on CBS New York, helping veterans modify their homes for safer living. Let’s stand with our heroes💪 cbsnews.com/newyork/video/… #Veterans #HomeModification #SupportOurHeroes

Safer streets = healthier communities! 💖 Join #AARPNY’s Taking it to the Streets & conduct a walk audit in your neighborhood by December 8, 2024. In just 10 minutes, YOU could help improve sidewalks & crosswalks for everyone. 👉 Get started: aarp.org/NYwalks #WalkSafeNY

‘Gov. Hochul’s aging services problem’: State budget shortfalls leave thousands of older NYers waiting months or even longer for vital in-home services, #AARPNY’s Beth Finkel & LiveOn NY’s Allison Nickerson write in New York Daily News op-ed piece. nydailynews.com/2024/12/02/gov…

30 Nassau and Suffolk county lawmakers join #AARPNY in urging Governor Kathy Hochul to increase funds for in-home services in her 2025-206 state budget. Hundreds of older Long Islanders and their family caregivers need support now! states.aarp.org/new-york/30-lo…

🌟 #AARPLongIsland volunteers are spreading holiday cheer!🌟 They’re sending heartfelt letters to Troops, Veterans, Wounded Heroes, First Responders, and Recruit Grads as part of Operation Gratitude’s annual salute to those who serve. Learn more here: aarp.org/VolunteerwithA…