As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—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.
Medicare Open Enrollment is right around the corner, and for Alabama residents, it’s a crucial time to review your health coverage and make informed decisions for the year ahead. The enrollment period begins October 15 and ends December 7, 2025. During this window, Medicare beneficiaries should review their current supplemental plans (such as Medicare Advantage or Part D drug coverage) and determine if that coverage still fits their needs.
AARP is fighting to protect 50+ voters and make your voice heard on the issues that matter – protecting Social Security and Medicare, lowering prescription drug prices, and ensuring you can vote safely from home or in-person.
Late yesterday, AARP Alabama's State Director, Candi Williams, sent the following letter to Governor Kay Ivey, as well as leaders at the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Alabama Department of Senior Services.
Are you age 50-plus and interested in training and/or job placement? If so, please join Jefferson State Community College for a virtual Back to Work 50+ 7 Smart Strategies Workshop.
Please join AARP Alabama for a telephone townhall on Friday, August 7, from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Learn more about protecting your brain health, what’s normal with aging and what’s not, and whether the stress we’re feeling during this pandemic might affect our health and brain health.