Jennifer Benson is set to become AARP Massachusetts State Director. She begins June 24. Benson takes over for Mike Festa who leaves AARP July 5. Benson is a former Massachusetts State Representative. She is a principal at TSK Associates, a public affairs and government relations firm in Boston.
At the annual AARP Massachusetts volunteer conference, Sen. Markey shared his family caregiving story: his father, a retired milkman, cared for his mother after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 1985.
At the conference in Worcester, volunteers learned a variety of ways they can use their time and talents to help the Bay State's 50+ population.
AARP Massachusetts is advocating for you. We're doing everything we can to make your neighborhoods, towns, cities, and rural areas great places to live for people of all ages.
Massachusetts communities should have safe, walkable streets, age-friendly housing, transportation options, and opportunities for residents of all ages to stay active.
Click to learn more about our online caregiving series Thursdays this May. From building the framework for caring for a loved one to decluttering and downsizing, we have something for everyone. Also, find links to caregiving resources here in the Bay State and information from experts from across the country to help you in your caregiving journey.
Join AARP Illinois on May 28 at 10 a.m. CT for a special session with the Fraud Fighting Fraudlettes. Teresa Jones, Courtney Hedderman, and guest speaker Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau will share valuable tips and tools to help you protect yourself and your family from fraud and scams.
The Andrus Award is named for AARP Founder Ethel Percy Andrus and is AARP’s most prestigious and visible volunteer award. It recognizes individuals who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich their communities in ways that are consistent with AARP’s purpose, vision, and commitment to volunteer service, and that inspire others to volunteer.