AARP NY Resources for Veterans and Events

AARP has a long history of supporting veterans, military, and their families, including over four million AARP members today. This month, AARP launched a new tool to bring together valuable information and resources to help veterans, military families, and caregivers navigate their healthcare options.

The Veterans and Military Families Health Benefits Navigator provides New York veterans with critical information about what is required to qualify for health care benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.) or Department of Defense (DoD). 

Click here to download or print a copy of this free online tool that will help veterans, their families, and caregivers:

• Learn more about health benefits provided through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.) and Department of Defense (DoD).
• Understand how to apply and enroll in V.A. health care.
• Identify how to get help from representatives who have experience and knowledge of the V.A.'s process for awarding benefits

AARP's Veterans and Military Families Health Benefits Navigator is also available at www.AARP.org/VetsHealthNavigator. 

EVENTS

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM EST 
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
The same Virtual Presentation is also available in SPANISH on Tuesday, November 9, 6 p.m.
Learn about detection, causes, risk factors, stages, and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

• Learn more: https://aarp.cvent.com/alz1103
• Aprende más: https://aarp.cvent.com/Alz-Esp1109

Thursday, November 11, 2021 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST
Veteran's Day Cooking Demo with Veteran Chef Ronaldo
In honor of Veteran's Day, you are all invited to join AARP NY for a very special Zoom session, as Chef Ronaldo – Marine Veteran and Chef, takes some of his favorite recipes and adds a healthy twist, all while sharing cooking tips and demos. You won't want to miss this special presentation! 

• Churrascos with Chimichurri - Grilled beef
  Download the recipes ahead of time to cook along with Chef Ronaldo

Register Here: https://aarp.cvent.com/events/aarp-ny-healthy-cooking-on-veteran-s-day-virtual-thursday-11-11-21/event-summary-defe97fa0ad1411fa284771dc3325b28.aspx

Resources for Veterans, Military, and Their Families (VMF)

When you're a Military Veteran with over 40,000 organizations trying to help you, it can be hard to find the right information. AARP brings together free, valuable resources to help you navigate your options and life's transitions at AARP.org/Veterans.

• AARP's FREE Resources to Aid Veterans, Military, Their Families Amid COVID-19 Outbreak: Veterans & Military Families now have "Free Resources to Aid VMF Amid COVID-19 Outbreak" housed at www.aarp.org/veterans that provides health & financial links to help the VMF community during the global pandemic.
• Caregiving: For a free copy of the Military Caregiving Guide For Veterans, Service Members, and their Families visit AARP.org/VetsCareGuide.
• Financial resources for military or veteran-owned small businesses
• Fighting Fraud: Sign up for free "watchdog alerts," review our scam-tracking map, or call our toll-free fraud helpline if you or a loved one suspect you've been a victim. Operation Protect Veterans provides free resources, like a Veterans Watchdog Alert Handbook at AARP.org/Veterans
  
  • Refresh yourself on scams targeting veterans and heed the warning signs. Some of the scams you should be aware of are:
    
    • Identity Theft Scams
    • Phishing Scams
    • Impostor Scams
    • Investment Fraud
    • Loan deceptions
• Job Search: AARP provides free tools for Veterans & Military Spouses seeking jobs, like the free AARP Job Board with a 'Veterans Wanted' box and resume builder service. Visit AARP.org/Jobs.
• NYC Department of Veteran’s Services
• New York State Division of Veterans' Services

VA hotlines

• 24/7 White House VA Hotline: 855-948-2311
• V.A. Benefits Hotline: 844-698-2311
• V.A. Caregiving Hotline: 855-260-3274
• V.A. Crisis Line for Mental Health: 800-273-8255
• V.A. Loan Center Hotline: 800-827-0648
• Health Care Debt Relief: 888-827-4817

For more information and other resources for veterans, visit www.aarp.org/veterans.

Click here to download a copy of the AARP NY Resources List

VOLUNTEER at AARP.org/NY

We're looking for people who want to bring their commitment and talent to make a difference in the lives of people 50 and older in New York. If you have a passion for the issues faced by people 50+ and are a strategic thinker and planner who has led others to achieve common goals, we encourage you to learn more about AARP's volunteer positions. 

To volunteer and get involved in your community visit: https://aarp.cvent.com/NYVolunteerApplication

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