Jack Lunsford is still amazed when he considers how vast AARP’s mission is as an organization. AARP enhances the quality of life for older people, promotes their independence, determines the role and place of older persons in society and improves the image of aging.
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.
Jack Shahbazian, a veteran volunteer for AARP Arizona, and Adelia Hefiln, a newer addition to AARP’s volunteer team, both became AARP Volunteers for the same reason — to grow their own personal community in Phoenix.
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.
AARP Arizona is providing information and resources about COVID-19 to help older Arizonans, and their families protect themselves from the virus and prevent it from spreading to others.
Would you be willing to protect our community? Do you like crafting or sewing? Do you live near a Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft store? If so they have an excellent opportunity to help get masks and gowns to medical workers and other community members in your area. https://www.joann.com/make-to-give-response/?icn=search&ici=make-to-give-response
AARP AZ applauds Governor Doug Ducey’s decision to release $5.3 Million for Meals on Wheels. These resources will help make sure that seniors get nutritious meals delivered to their homes so they remain safe and healthy. We know how important it is to keep our socially distancing and it is critical that seniors take the Governors concerns about minimizing crowd sizes. These resources will also help the nonprofits who provide meals on wheels with the resources to meet the ongoing demand.