A Message from AARP New York's State President
By: Source: AARP.org Date Posted: 2003-05-01 00:00:00-04:00
AARP New York worked hard in 2002 to show that we truly have "The power to make it better." By combining our resources with thousands of volunteers, members and community partners, we stepped up to our obligation to prove that by working together, we can make a difference.
Because of AARP's advocacy efforts, the Governor signed a law that protects homeowners from predatory lenders. Also, all energy customers, whether they use a public or private energy company, now have equal consumer protections because of legislation which was passed unanimously by the legislature and then signed into law by the Governor.
In 2003, we will continue our commitment to enacting positive social change by bringing attention to other important issues affecting older New Yorkers. As we face a massive deficit in the New York State budget, we are concerned about possible cuts to vital services and programs for seniors, including the EPIC program.
Our constituents tell us there are other issues that concern them. We will work towards getting oversight for assisted living facilities, improving the quality of care in nursing homes, providing grandparents raising grandchildren certain legal rights, and protecting those who wish to pre-plan their funerals.
AARP's legislative success will be felt by many people, on many levels - aging parents, adult children, grandchildren and other family members. I am certain that by joining forces and working together, we truly have "The power to make it better" to improve the lives of older New Yorkers.
Yash Aggarwal
AARP New York State President
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