As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Idahoans—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
On behalf of our more than 237,000 members, AARP Utah is working to pass legislation and support policies that empower all Utahns to choose how they live as they age.
Join us for Luminous Life, an interactive event designed to celebrate and uplift African American women. This event will feature inspiring speakers on caring for your crown, maximizing your health, and building your wealth. You will leave feeling inspired and empowered with information and resources to live a luminous life.
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
The holidays should feel joyful, not stressful. But with all the shopping, deliveries, and donations this time of year, it can be hard to know what’s truly safe.
AARP Vermont has awarded Winter Placemaking Grants to eight organizations across the state to support creative, inclusive programming that fosters community connection and combats social isolation among older adults during the coldest months of the year.
Lt. Joan Martinez is the newest recipient of the AARP New York Andrus Award for Community Service, the state’s most prestigious volunteer honor. An unpaid civilian volunteer with the New York City Police Department’s 24th precinct in the Upper West Side, Martinez patrols her neighborhood, ensuring residents and business owners feel safe.