The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
AARP Arizona State Director Dana Marie Kennedy and Associate State Director of Community Outreach Brenda Holt have been selected as recipients of the Inaugural 50 Over 50 Awards presented by FSL (Foundation for Senior Living). Honorees were recognized for their outstanding service to aging Arizonans at FSL’s 50th anniversary event held on October 22 at the Renaissance Hotel in Phoenix.
You may not think of yourself as a family caregiver, but if you are helping someone with daily activities, like getting dressed, medication management and transportation to and from appointments, then you are a family caregiver. Today, more than 1 in 5 Americans are caring for a family member or close friend, and while it is one of the most important roles you may play, it is often stressful and overwhelming.
On behalf of AARP Arizona’s nearly 900,000 members, we enthusiastically endorse Proposition 479. AARP has a long history of supporting initiatives to expand public transportation to make communities more accessible for individuals of all ages.
Social Security's trust fund reserves are continuing to shrink. That’s why shoring up the program's finances is one of two advocacy priorities for AARP Arizona as voters gear up for the November election. The state organization is also focusing on more support for family caregivers.
AARP Arizona's Community Education Program covers essential topics such as fraud prevention, social security, medicare and more to inform the 50-plus community. This program guided by passionate AARP Arizona volunteers has continued to evolve and impact the community.
Frank Soto was inspired to serve as interim executive council president for AARP Arizona to make a meaningful impact and contribution to the community.