Establishes a reverse mortgage loan program for seniors and requires counselling

Establishes a reverse loan mortgage loan program for seniors; provides for the state of NY mortgage agency to establish many of the parameters for the implementation of the program; defines terms; requires a care needs assessment of each applicant; further provides that area agencies on aging shall provide counseling and assistance to applicants; requires independent counselling in compliance with HUD regulations; directs the state of New York mortgage agency to issue an annual report to the governor and the legislature.