Mission Statement

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The New York Citizens’ Committee on Aging promotes the status and well-being of older persons as productive members of society. The Committee ensures that policy issues affecting older persons are heard, understood, and acted upon.

In pursuing this purpose, it:

  • Sponsors presentations that expand awareness and understanding of issues and initiatives.

  • Provides an impartial forum for the exchange of information among a wide range of agencies and individuals interested in issues that affect elderly citizens.

  • Analyzes relevant legislation, regulations and their implications.

  • Develops and publishes position papers.

  • Collaborates with organizations that share common goals.

  • Disseminates pertinent news, analyses, and recommendations to its membership, policy makers, experts, and the broader public.

200 East 5th Street New York NY 10003 — Tel: 212-353-3950 • Fax: 212-353-0905— info@nyccoa.org • nyccoa@verizon.net