LeadingAge New York

07/24/2025

LeadingAge New York was thrilled to attend City and State NY’s inaugural Aging in New York Summit today! We heard from many aging experts and policymakers on the caregiving crisis, navigating LTC options, combating ageism, and the importance of socialization to improve well-being.

In her comments, Senator Cordell Cleare pointed out that older adults contribute $72 billion to the New York State budget, but the level of investment in aging services does not match their substantial contributions.

Right now, the number of older adults in need of senior housing and LTC services far outweighs the availability. But today, we were inspired to be in the same room as so many providers, caregivers, advocates, and policymakers who are energized to elevate the needs of older adults and families.

06/27/2025

LeadingAge New York was proud to partner with The New Jewish Home for this important conversation this week. Many thanks to all who joined us!

06/26/2025

ACTION ALERT: Urge Congress to support strong U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funding and oppose cuts to key housing programs for older adults in FY 2026! https://bit.ly/40lgAPQ

06/17/2025

Congratulations to Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation’s Jerry Landsberg and Angela Bonfitto on their respective recognitions as a 2025 Trustee of the Year and 2025 Employee of Distinction! Jerry and Angela were formally honored last week at a luncheon attended by LeadingAge New York’s Sebrina Barrett and Kristen Myers.

06/11/2025

Congratulations, Tim!

We’re proud to share that Tim Anderson, Life Enrichment Advocate at St. Ann's Community, has received the LeadingAge New York Employee of Distinction Award - a statewide honor that celebrates individuals who go above and beyond in long-term care and aging services.

Tim shows up every day with genuine care and a steady, positive presence. Whether he’s helping with a creative project, jumping into a game, or simply sharing a lighthearted smile, he has a way of making each day better for everyone around him. His impact is felt in ways both big and small.

Congratulations, Tim - this recognition is truly well deserved!

05/22/2025

Congratulations, Brian!

05/14/2025

Congratulations, Rose!

05/09/2025

The reflects the State’s priorities, and, once again, it appears that the needs of our most vulnerable family members and neighbors – those who require long-term, 24/7 nursing care – are not a priority in Albany. Read the full statement from LeadingAge New York President and CEO Sebrina Barrett: https://bit.ly/4dixT9x.

05/07/2025

ACTION ALERT: Urge Congress to provide sufficient FY 2026 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funding to preserve, expand, and improve affordable housing for older adults! https://bit.ly/434ASOd

04/24/2025

ACTION ALERT: As Congress moves to enact a budget reconciliation bill, urge your lawmakers to reject proposals that cut federal Medicaid funding and/or reduce access to needed care and services for older adults! https://bit.ly/4lJ0l8j

04/23/2025

Every New Yorker deserves access to quality care that meets their needs, including older adults. However, years of underfunding and rising costs have made it difficult for desirable models such as the Assisted Living Program (ALP) to remain open. It’s time for Medicaid rates to reflect the current costs of operating the ALP.

Thank you, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, New York State Assembly Majority Speaker Carl E. Heastie, and Governor Kathy Hochul, for proposing new investments in the ALP. Please ensure that the final budget will by providing meaningful and substantial increases to begin to close the !

04/17/2025

Did you know that 70% of nursing homes are losing money on operations? There is an undisputed $1.6 billion Medicaid funding gap for nursing home care in New York. Poor Medicaid reimbursement directly impacts homes’ ability to find and maintain staff and directly impacts access to quality care for anyone seeking care in nursing homes.

Thank you, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, New York State Assembly Majority Speaker Carl E. Heastie, and Governor Kathy Hochul, for proposing new investments aimed at solving these challenges. Please ensure that the final budget will by providing meaningful and substantial increases to begin to close the .