New research from Arizona State University shows that what might be considered an afterthought — lighting — could actually help people with dementia. In fact, making adjustments to light during the day can help improve both the mood and nightly sleep for older adults with dementia.
In 2025, both Tucson Electric Power Company (TEP) and Arizona Public Service Company (APS) filed new rate cases with the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC). These filings mark the beginning of a process that will directly impact what Arizonans pay for electricity in the coming years.
Music can help people with dementia and memory loss, which is why AARP in Phoenix and a musical duo are offering a workshop for families on Wednesday, June 19, at the Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd.
When emergency responders treat an incapacitated person, they often lack documentation on the patient’s wishes for resuscitation, power of attorney and end-of-life care.
Arizona's Governor and legislative leaders are negotiating now what to fund in the state budget. Click here to urge Governor Ducey and your State Legislator to fund SB1172 Family Caregivers!
AARP Yavapai Volunteers hosted a free AARP Shred-a-thon on Friday April 26 th. We had 324 cars that visited the Shred event, and the shredding trucks on-site shredded 11,520 pounds of paper! AARP wishes to thank the community for participating at the free Shred-a-thon by bringing in confidential documents to be shredded, as one important way to combat Identity Theft! Also, we wish to thank the public for contributing 443 pounds of donated food to support the Prescott Community Cupboard food bank. The AARP Shred-a-thon in the Prescott area has been an annual event for the past five years, and we will continue to offer this free service every Spring. Thank you!